PPE The PPE has been an integral part of competitive sports for decades. It helps to identify athletes at risk for specific types of injuries and to identify prevention techniques for avoiding injury.

PPE Identifying the athlete’s general health Determining any physical limits to participation Identifying conditions that may put the athlete at risk for injury Determining the athlete’s individual qualifications

PPE Fulfilling insurance and legal requirements Determining the athlete’s maturity level Planning for areas of improvement prior to participation Identifying the needs of students with special health issues

PPE Providing education on personal health issues Establishing a doctor-patient relationship

Components of the Pre-Participation Exam Station-based PPE Medical History: Review of any pertinent medical history Family medical history

Components of the Pre-Participation Exam Physical Exam Usually performed by family physician, PA, or Nurse Practicioner BP, Height, Weight, Vision, General health

Components of the Pre-Participation Exam Orthopedic Exam Usually performed by an Orthopedist, PA, PT, or ATC Examine joints for stability Examine previous orthopedic injuries

Components of the Pre-Participation Exam Medical Clearance Final medical clearance to participate in sports Full clearance Clearance after further evaluation or rehab No clearance for certain types of sports

Components of the Pre-Participation Exam Office-based PPE: Performed in the physician’s office

Components of the Pre-Participation Exam Identification of medical conditions and diseases Determination of surgical history History of hospitalizations Use of medications Identification of allergies

Components of the Pre-Participation Exam Immunization status Menstrual history Pulmonary status Neurological status Musculoskeletal status Identification of recent illnesses or injuries

Determination of Clearance Is the athlete at increased risk of injury because of a preexisting condition? Will the preexisting condition place another competitor at risk of injury? Will treatment allow the athlete to participate safely? Can play be limited while the athlete is undergoing treatment?