At OM Sakthi Multi specialty  Hospital annual physical visit is a routine medical check-up designed to assess your overall health, detect potential health issues early, and provide preventive care. It’s an important part of maintaining your well-being and can help in the early detection and management of various conditions.

Here’s a summary of what typically happens during an annual physical:

  • Medical History Review

    Your doctor will ask about your current health, any symptoms you're experiencing, your medical history (past illnesses, surgeries, allergies), family medical history, and lifestyle habits (diet, exercise, smoking, alcohol consumption).

  • Vital Signs Measurement

    This includes checking your blood pressure, heart rate, respiration rate, and temperature. Your height and weight will also be measured to calculate your Body Mass Index (BMI).

  • Physical Examination

    The doctor will perform a head-to-toe examination, which may include:
    1. Head and Neck: Checking your eyes, ears, nose, throat, and lymph nodes.
    2. Heart and Lungs: Listening to your heart for murmurs or irregular beats and your lungs for abnormal sounds.
    3. Abdomen: Palpating your abdomen to check for tenderness or abnormalities in organs.
    4. Extremities: Checking your reflexes, muscle strength, and joint mobility.
    5. Skin: Inspecting your skin for any suspicious moles or lesions.

  • Screening Tests (as appropriate)

    Depending on your age, gender, and risk factors, your doctor may recommend various screening tests, such as:
    1.Blood tests (e.g., cholesterol, blood sugar, complete blood count)
    2.Urinalysis
    3.Electrocardiogram (ECG)

  • Lifestyle Counseling

    You'll have the opportunity to discuss any health concerns, receive advice on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and set health goals. This can include guidance on nutrition, exercise, stress management, and smoking cessation.

Regular annual physicals play a crucial role in preventive healthcare, allowing for early intervention and personalized health recommendations to keep you healthy.