With the beginning of high school fall and winter sports seasons comes the need for sports physicals. The Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA) requires physical for the state’s high school athletes in order for them to participate in their school’s sports seasons.

Shelden L. Martin M.D., of OrthoArizona – Arizona Orthopaedic Associates is the current team physician for the 2013 World Champion Arizona Rattlers of the Arena Football League, and Desert Vista High School in Ahwatukee. Dr. Martin, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine and shoulder/elbow surgery, offers physicals for athletes by appointment at his Chandler office on the southeast corner of Loop 101 and Warner Road.

The comprehensive sports physical includes a complete medical history review and comprehensive physical exam required by the AIA for clearance to participate in athletics.

To schedule an appointment for a physical with Dr. Martin, please call (480) 685-2850.