Physical Exam in Vienna

The main difference between a sports physical and an annual physical exam is their purpose. A patient who receives a sports physical exam is looking for clearance to participate in sports. During a sports physical, we check the current state of your health. We measure your height, weight, hearing, vision, and reflexes. We may also check how flexible you are and conduct a strength test. These tests ensure you can safely participate in ongoing physical activity.

We take a similar set of vitals during an annual physical as a sports physical. Our focus during an annual physical is your general health. It’s less vigorous but gives you a clear idea of your current state of your body’s health.

There are many steps you can take to prepare for your physical exam in Vienna.

• Make note of all medications you currently take. It’s best to make a list beforehand of this information.
• Prepare a list of preexisting conditions a doctor may have previously diagnosed.
• Contact previous providers for medical records, lab test results, and other documents.
• Gather information on prior surgeries and procedures you’ve had in the past.
• Wear comfortable clothing to your appointment. Loose clothes and comfy shoes are best.
• Think of questions to ask Dr. Jaligam during your appointment.

We start the physical by taking your vitals. We measure your height, weight, and temperature. We also check your blood pressure and may take a blood sample.

During your physical, you can expect Dr. Jaligam to ask a lot of questions. In this session, we take the information gathered during your consultation and dive deeper. We want to learn more about any present symptoms or concerns you have. Dr. Jaligam may ask questions in relation to your general health, including but not limited to:

• Do you have any allergies?
• What kind of symptoms do you have?
• Are you experiencing pain or discomfort anywhere on your body?
• Can you describe the pain? What does it feel like? Rate your pain level on a scale of 1 to 10.