Physical at Bootcamp

[Kmf9182]

Hey I was just wondering what the physical is like at bootcamp during processing days to become fit for duty. Is it similar to the one you had to do at MEPS? Any information would be appreciated.

[LT Guppy]

It's similar but more indepth. Plus shots and all that fun stuff.

[FutureSailor316]

When you say more in depth, what exactly do you mean? I am okay with shots and needles really do not bother me much. I just want to gather as much information as possible before I leave in a few months!

[John]

I'm also wondering about this.
Do they make you spread your cheeks like at MEPS?

[Haasino]

Originally Posted by FutureSailor316

When you say more in depth, what exactly do you mean? I am okay with shots and needles really do not bother me much. I just want to gather as much information as possible before I leave in a few months!

Originally Posted by John

I'm also wondering about this.
Do they make you spread your cheeks like at MEPS?

I don't recall another actual physical portion during P-Days. If you're Aircrew or AC, you'll get a flight physical about halfway through... that's hands-on.

MEPS is all about seeing if you are able to join the Navy... RTC medical is all about figuring out what you need while in Great Lakes: they draw more blood to test for allergies, immunizations, medical conditions like anemia, etc... they check your vision again to issue you glasses (if needed), they give you shots to make sure you don't get sicker than necessary from all the illnesses that come in with new recruits... and they give you a dental exam to see what work you need to have scheduled while up there (If any is needed).

[classified9]

Originally Posted by Haasino

I don't recall another actual physical portion during P-Days. If you're Aircrew or AC, you'll get a flight physical about halfway through... that's hands-on.

MEPS is all about seeing if you are able to join the Navy... RTC medical is all about figuring out what you need while in Great Lakes: they draw more blood to test for allergies, immunizations, medical conditions like anemia, etc... they check your vision again to issue you glasses (if needed), they give you shots to make sure you don't get sicker than necessary from all the illnesses that come in with new recruits... and they give you a dental exam to see what work you need to have scheduled while up there (If any is needed).

How fast do you get new glasses? I'm actually looking forward to them, the new glasses don't look bad! I have been purposely holding out to buy new glasses since RTC is around the corner lol