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. 2008 May;19(2):217-34, vii-viii.
doi: 10.1016/j.pmr.2007.12.004.

Role of the adolescent preparticipation physical examination

Andrew Tucker  1 , Matthew Grady
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Role of the adolescent preparticipation physical examination

Andrew Tucker et al. Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am. 2008 May.

Abstract

With the exception of Rhode Island, all states require high school athletes to undergo a preparticipation examination. These examinations may vary from state to state, however. This article covers the basics of the history, physical examination, special tests, and issues surrounding clearance for various diagnoses.

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