Exercise Physiology
What is an Exercise Physiologist?
The term Exercise Physiologist (E.P.) describes university qualified professionals from within the field of exercise science who have specialised training in exercise rehabilitation.
PACE Exercise Physiologists implement exercise as a treatment strategy to assist patients in:
- Managing and in some cases, reversing their chronic diseases (e.g. diabetes),
- Physical rehabilitation following injury/surgery (knee arthroscope) or pain (low back pain),
- In preparing the body for return to work, daily activities or sport,
- Improving general health and wellbeing to improve quality of life.
An Exercise Physiologist:
- Is tertiary qualified with post graduate study in Exercise Rehabilitation,
- Works closely with other health professionals to get the best result for the patient,
- Assesses and designs tailored exercise programs for all types of people, including those with:
- Musculo-skeletal and joint problems: back, shoulder, hip, knee etc.
- Lifestyle related complications such as: diabetes, cardio-vascular disease, hypertension, obesity
- Arthritis
- Muscular weakness
- Balance problems and falls prevention issues
- Provides services under Medicare Team Care Arrangements (see your G.P.)
- Provides services under the Victorian Work Cover Authority
- Provides regular reports to a G.P. and other treating clinicians on patient progress
Available in one-hour or half-hour sessions, your session will be a combination of fitness training, resistance training and flexibility exercises tailored to your needs and goals. Your Exercise Physiologist will keep you motivated by mixing up the activity and keeping things interesting and challenging. Your Exercise Physiologist will show you the best way to become self directed in managing your own work outs and ensuring your technique is conducive to maintaining great shape and fitness.
What will happen when I visit?
What should I bring?
- Comfortable clothing,
- Suitable footwear for walking and exercise,
- Any reports/referral forms from your doctor.
Your exercise physiologist will:
- Explain how exercise will help your condition and how this will effect your body/quality of life,
- Discuss goals and strategies to implement in relation to your health and lifestyle,
- Complete a physical assessment to determine where to start your exercise program and what exercises need to be included,
- Provide you with an exercise program including pictures, instructions and prescribed repetitions,
- Take you through each exercise providing you with the knowledge to undertake the exercises at home with good technique,
- Write a written report for your doctor with details of the exercise plan and your progress.