Exercise Physiology & Exercise Science
Exercise Physiology
Accredited Exercise Physiologists are university-trained allied health professionals who specialise in and are passionate about delivering clinically appropriate exercise to improve general strength and fitness, preventing, improving and managing chronic conditions and injuries, and maximizing movement, flexibility and health. All of our Exercise Physiologists are accredited with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) and must meet strict accreditation and ongoing professional development requirements.
At your initial consultation, your Exercise Physiologist will assess your current condition, functional capacity, limitations, strength, mobility and balance. Your Exercise Physiologist will then work with you to develop a treatment and exercise plan to assist you with achieving your goals and get you moving better and feeling better.
Exericse Science
Accredited Exercise Scientists are university-trained health professionals who specialise in and are passionate about delivering clinically appropriate exercise through evidence-based practice to improve overall fitness, sporting performance and general health. All of our Exercise Scientists are accredited with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) and must meet strict accreditation and ongoing professional development requirements.
Chronic Disease Care
Exercise is becoming well-recognised as an important factor in the management of a range of chronic health conditions. At Physiotas, our Exercise Physiologists are skilled in the delivery of clinically appropriate exercise and health modification counselling. Based on client needs, treatment may involve, a clinic or home-based exercise program with the option of joining one of our Exercise Groups or continuing on a 1 to 1 basis. Some of the conditions exercise can help manage or prevent include:
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Diabetes
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Osteoporosis
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Cardiovascular disease
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Parkinson’s Disease
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Arthritis
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
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Cancer
Diabetes
Strength & Conditioning
Groups & Classes
Exercise is well recognised as an essential component of the management of both Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes. Exercise plays a role in improving the way that muscles respond to insulin which can assist in the regulation of blood glucose levels.
Exercise can also play an essential role in preventing Type 2 Diabetes. Physiotas provides a Type 2 Diabetes specific program that also involves an educational component about how Diabetes can be managed. Patients with Type 2 Diabetes may be eligible for Medicare-funded group-based exercise sessions following a referral from their GP.
Strength and Conditioning services at Physiotas provide an option for anyone looking to improve their strength, fitness, movement and overall condition or their athletic performance. Your personalised exercise program will be prescribed following an initial assessment which may include some base line testing to ensure the best outcomes possible. Sessions can be conducted on a one-to-one basis or you may choose to join one of our Move Groups which are a lot of fun!
Improving your strength and fitness levels has a number of benefits. It improves your overall health and ability to perform everyday tasks, reduces your likelihood of injury or serious health conditions, and generally helps you move better and feel better! At Physiotas we also offer specialist services for more serious athletes including sport specific strength and conditioning, biomechanical analysis and other injury prevention measures.
Our Exercise Physiologists and Exercise Scientists offer a range of groups and classes each week.
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