The Ochsner Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute team will provide no-cost sports physicals on May 16 from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. The event is open to all student-athletes in grades 6 through 12, regardless of school affiliation. Physicals will take place at the Ochsner Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute at Elite Training Complex - Burbank, located at 5444 Burbank Dr.
Sports physicals will be administered by more than 35 Ochsner team members including physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, athletic trainers, and physical therapists. There is no cost for the physical. Pre-registration is required at ochsner.org/BRsportsphysicals.
To participate, students must bring a completed LHSAA medical evaluation form, signed by a parent or guardian, regardless of the student’s age.
The physicals will include:
-Height and weight measurement
-Blood pressure and pulse check
-Flexibility screening
-General medical exam
-Orthopedic exam
The Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) requires a pre-participation medical evaluation for student-athletes. Physicals are valid for 13 months, allowing student athletes to meet eligibility requirements for a full school year.