title: Pre-participation physical evaluation.
abstract: The pre-participation physical evaluation is an integral part of any sports or activity program. There are many alternative methods for completing this evaluation, using varying degrees of frequency and thoroughness. A practical approach to the pre-participation physical evaluation is presented for use in an office as well as in a mass-screening situation.
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000379:methods*; D010809:Physical Fitness; D011320:Primary Health Care; D013177:Sports; D013178:Sports Medicine