The best way to stay healthy is to prevent illness and disease. Scheduling an annual physical exam is one of the most important preventive services. Dr. Paul Keinarth and Dr. Kelly Alberda at Rosedale Family Care in Austin, TX, offer a full range of primary and preventive care services, including annual physical exams.
How Annual Physical Exams Can Help You Stay Healthy
Annual physical exams are important for all ages, especially as you age. Your body goes through many changes, and your chances of developing a chronic illness or disease increase as you age. Chronic conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease are common problems for older adults.
Annual physical exams can help identify illnesses and diseases early when they are more easily treated. During an annual physical exam, your doctor will complete a wide range of preventive services, including:
- Performing a thorough physical examination, including checking your weight, height, blood pressure, pulse, and respirations rate
- Order necessary laboratory testing to check cholesterol and blood sugar levels
- Order necessary imaging studies to detect damaged bones, tendons, ligaments, and other structures
Your doctor may also recommend specific screenings to identify colorectal cancer, heart disease, and other conditions. Common conditions that can be identified during an annual physical exam include:
- Asthma
- Obesity
- Allergies
- Cancer
- Diabetes
- Heart disease
- Respiratory conditions
- Pulmonary conditions
- Autoimmune conditions
- Degenerative joint conditions
If your doctor identifies early stages of common medical conditions, your doctor may recommend lifestyle and dietary modifications, medications, and other treatments to help you enjoy optimal wellness.
Another important preventive service your doctor may recommend during your annual physical exam is immunizations for flu, COVID, pneumonia, RSV, and shingles. Immunizations are a safe, effective way to help you stay healthy.
Want To Know More About Annual Physical Exams?
Talk with the experts to discover why annual physical exams are essential for preventive health. Call Dr. Paul Keinarth and Dr. Kelly Alberda at Rosedale Family Care in Austin, TX. You can reach them in the office by calling (512) 459-9889, so call today.