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A Periodic Physical Exam Can Help You Stay Healthy in Orlando, FL

An important component of a preventive health care plan, a routine physical exam focuses on keeping you well. Rather than waiting until you have a medical problem, you meet your doctor regularly to confirm that you’re still in good health or catch any health-related issues early. Most people have an annual physical exam, which is performed during a separate wellness visit that is unrelated to a specific illness or injury.

What Is Included in a Physical Exam?

The goal of a wellness visit is to provide you and your doctor with an update on your overall health. After discussing any changes to your personal and family medical history, your doctor will check your:

  • Vital signs, including your body weight, pulse rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and breathing rate
  • Head, eyes, ears, nose, and throat
  • Gastrointestinal system
  • Musculoskeletal system
  • Mental awareness, motor function, balance, and reflexes
  • Skin and lymph nodes
  • Immunization record
  • Medications

Your doctor may also order one or more lab tests, such as a urinalysis or blood test, and ask about your physical activity, diet, stress level, tobacco use, and alcohol consumption. The discussion will center on ways to improve your health through positive lifestyle changes and healthy decision-making. Be honest—your doctor will not judge you, and clear communication will help you work together toward the best possible outcome.

Your Wellness Partner in Orlando

Are you already a member of Optimum Direct Care? If so, your membership in our direct primary care practice provides a strong foundation for your good health, and one essential building block of that foundation is a yearly physical exam. To learn more or inquire about membership, contact us today.

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