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EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY MELBOURNE

EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY AT MOTION HEALTH, TOORAK

At Motion Health, we know that every body is unique. Exercise Physiology specialises in the prescription and delivery of exercise, lifestyle and behavioural interventions for general health and the management and prevention of various chronic disease and injuries.

Motion Health Exercise Physiologists (AEP’s) are university qualified allied health professionals who have completed postgraduate studies in Clinical Exercise Physiology and are accredited through Exercise Sport Science Australia.

AN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST CAN HELP YOU MANAGE:

Weight Loss & Obesity
Strength & Conditioning
Cardiovascular (heart) disease – (including High Blood Pressure)
Pulmonary Disease (including COPD and Asthma)
Diabetes – Type 1 & Type 2
Impaired Glucose Tolerance
Osteoporosis and Osteopenia
Arthritis
Mental health conditions – (including Depression & Anxiety)
Cancer and cancer treatment recovery
Chronic pain and fatigue
Post-surgical rehabilitation (ACL reconstruction, hip/knee replacement)
Neuromuscular exercise therapy (multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, Parkinson’s disease)
Falls and Poor Balance
General health and wellbeing

WHERE DO I START WITH EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY?

If you would like to start or continue exercising, whether it is for fitness and health or to manage a chronic condition or injury, then Exercise Physiology might be for you. The first step is to do an Initial Assessment.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM MY INITIAL ASSESSMENT?

An Exercise Physiology Initial Assessment at Motion Health will include a thorough discussion about your medical history, previous and current injuries, health conditions and medications. We will also conduct a postural and movement assessment. This information is important in order to prescribe an exercise program that is tailored to you. Together with your AEP you will discuss your goals and develop a progressive treatment plan to best achieve those goals. Based on this assessment; you will then begin a structured/tailored exercise program in either a 1:1 or group setting, depending on your needs.

These will be reassessed regularly and adjusted to ensure that your program reflects your progress. If required, a structured home exercise program can be developed to ensure that you are getting the most out of your exercise physiology sessions.

Most importantly, you will walk away with a clear management plan for your condition and goals and feel supported by the fact that your exercise is being taken care of by a professional. Your exercise physiologist will also collaborate with any other treating practitioners to ensure each member of your healthcare team is on the same page.

All sessions delivered by an Accredited Exercise Physiologist are eligible for private health rebates, depending on the terms and conditions of your coverage with your private health provider.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM A 1:1 EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY SESSION?

1:1 sessions with an Exercise Physiologist will involve an exercise program that has been tailored for you based on the outcomes of your Initial Assessment and goals.

This session allows for dedicated time with an Exercise Physiologist who will guide you and help you to develop good exercise technique and understanding. Sessions are available for 30 or 55 minutes meaning that there is always time to fit it into your schedule.

ARE GROUP SESSIONS AVAILABLE?

Our group sessions are offered as 55 minute Body Clinics class. Each Body Clinic has a maximum of 3 clients per Exercise Physiologist to ensure that you are receiving a completely tailored, supervised and safe program to meet your needs.

BOOKING AN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY INITIAL ASSESSMENT OR CONSULTATION

Initial assessments and 1:1 Exercise Physiology consults will need to be booked via our reception team. You can call us at any time to organise and discuss appointment times.

Body Clinic 1:3 classes with our Exercise Physiologists can be booked online via the BOOK NOW tab, your Motion Health app, or by calling us in the clinic.

REFERRALS

We accept referrals for Exercise Physiology from your GP or specialist. We can also accept Medicare, DVA, TAC and WorkCover patients. Self-referrals are also welcome.

CHRONIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT & EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY

A chronic medical condition is one that has been (or is likely to be) present for six months or longer. Through the Chronic Disease Management Plan (formerly EPC) you are entitled to up to 5 sessions partly funded by Medicare with a valid referral from your GP.

During these sessions our Exercise Physiologists will complete an Initial Assessment and develop an exercise and/or management plan with you. This plan will be specially tailored for you and may include 1:1 exercise sessions, home exercises and reviews. A large focus of the session will be to equip you to manage independently and address any concerns or barriers you may have toward exercise.

STRENGTH AND BALANCE GROUP

The Strength and Balance group is an Exercise Physiologist lead group for those who want to improve their balance, reduce their risk of falls or even just increase their exercise frequency. This group is ideal for older adults who have been recommended to begin some exercise.

If you are new to Motion Health an assessment will be conducted to go through relevant medical history, test basic strength and balance outcomes and determine if this group is the most suitable program for you.

The 30 minute group includes a light warm up, upper and lower body strengthening exercises along with some stationary, dynamic and more complex balance exercises.