Exercise Physiology

What is exercise physiology?

• An “Accredited Exercise Physiologist” (AEP) is a tertiary qualified Allied Health Professional.
• They design and deliver exercise programs for the individual.
• They specialise in exercise for rehabilitation, exercise for health and well being, chronic and complex medical conditions, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, work conditioning and improvements in sports performance.
• AEPs are trained in preventing the onset of disease through exercise and lifestyle modification, in the treatment of disease, understanding interactions of exercise and pharmacology, managing multiple medical conditions, attending to the risk factor, health education and in providing post-acute exercise rehabilitation.
• Exercise Physiologists are 4-year university qualified allied health professionals.
• EPs provide physical activity and behaviour change support for clients with conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, depressions, cancer, arthritis, COPD and many more.
• Accredited exercise physiologistsTM (AEPs) are recognised as allied health professionals.
• They are eligible to register with Medicare Australia, the Department of Veterans Affairs and have recognition among a number of health insurers.
• At a state level, EPs are included within health professional awards and in compensation schemes akin to other mainstream health professionals.

Rehabilitation

• Rehabilitation
  • Have you recently had an injury that now requires expert attention to help you regain your fullness of life?
  • Have you been struggling with a disability for many months or even years and feel now is the time to take control?
  • Pilates rehabilitation method educates, re-patterns, realigns, and balances the body.
  • It promotes maximum muscle strength while increasing flexibility.
  • Many people find it helpful to reduce pain from arthritis or injury and to improve well-being.
  • Pilates rehabilitation exercise may also improve body shape by changing the way muscle groups are used so that a better balance of muscle use is achieved in day to day activities.
  • Our goal is increased use of underused muscles and relative relaxation of overused and tensed areas.
  • Your exercise therapy plan will be individually designed and closely supervised to assist recovery and promote well-being.
  • Regular reviews are undertaken in consultation with your treating practitioners.
  • Group exercise classes based upon the Pilates Method are offered to provide a fun way to improve strength, comfort and flexibility and promote well being.

Back in Action

• Back-In-Action Rehabilitation Classes
  • A specialty rehabilitation and corrective exercise therapy program for people suffering from back, neck and joint pain.
  • Each class is tailored to the individual needs of those enrolled using a combination of Reformer and Matwork exercises and stretches.
  • We incorporate any particular exercise required by your medical or allied health practitioner and welcome their input into your exercise programming.
  • Recommended by doctors, physiotherapists, chiropractors, osteopaths and remedial massage therapists for teaching core and pelvic floor strength, specific stretching, injury prevention and rehabilitation.

Workers Compensation

• Workers Compensation
  • Injured at work?
  • Then come in and see our staff so we can help you recover more quickly.
  • A program for your specific needs can be organised to help you return to the work force, or simply get out of the house.

Veteran Affairs

• Veteran Affairs
  • Programs are designed to help you recover from the stress of protecting Australia.
  • We also offer programs to help keep you busy while a loved one is busy protecting our country.
  • A program for your recovery may be selected from our large selection, or taylored just for you.

Medicare

• Medicare
  • Some programs can be organised to allow you a medicare rebate.
  • See your medical professional today, to see if you qualify for a medicare rebate.

Cardiac Rehabilitation

• Cardiac Rehabilitation
  • Cardiac rehabilitation (rehab) is a medically supervised program that helps improve the health and well-being of people who have heart problems.
  • Rehab programs include exercise training, education on heart healthy living, and counseling to reduce stress and help you return to an active life.
  • Cardiac rehab helps people who have heart problems:
    • Recover after a heart attack or heart surgery.
    • Prevent future hospital stays, heart problems, and death related to heart problems.
    • Address risk factors that lead to coronary heart disease (also called coronary artery disease) and other heart problems.
    • These risk factors include high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, overweight or obesity, diabetes, smoking, lack of physical activity, and depression and other emotional health concerns.
    • Adopt healthy lifestyle changes.
    • These changes may include a heart healthy diet, increased physical activity, and learning how to manage stress.
    • Improve their health and quality of life.
  • Each patient will have a program that's designed to meet his or her needs.
  • Cardiac rehab involves a long-term commitment from the patient and a team of health care providers.
  • Cardiac rehab may include doctors (such as a family doctor, a heart specialist, and a surgeon), nurses, exercise specialists, physical and occupational therapists, dietitians or nutritionists, and psychologists or other mental health specialists.
  • In some cases, a case manager will help track the patient's care.
  • Working with an instructor is important part of cardiac rehab.
  • The patient should share questions and concerns with the team.
  • This will help the patient reach his or her goals.
  • People of all ages can benefit from cardiac rehab.
  • The lifestyle changes made during rehab have few risks.
  • These changes can improve your overall health and prevent future heart problems and even death.
  • Exercise training as part of cardiac rehab may not be safe for all patients.
  • For example, people who have very high blood pressure or severe heart disease may not be ready to exercise.
  • These patients can still benefit from other parts of the cardiac rehab program.
  • Ask your doctor whether cardiac rehab can help you prevent a future heart problem and improve your health.

Exercise Physiology FAQ

What is Exercise Physiology?

• Exercise Physiologists are 4-year university qualified allied health professionals who specialise in the delivery of exercise, lifestyle and behavioural modification programs for the prevention and management of chronic diseases and injuries.

Do i need to train with a Exercise Physiologist?

• If you are suffering from a condition that effecting your life experience, then a Exercise Physiologist may help you.
• See your medical practitioner to see if a exercise program may help your life style.

Can i receive the medicare rebate for a Exercise Physiologist training?

• See your medical practitioner to find out if you are eligible to receive the medicare rebate for a exercise physiologist.
• Then book to be assessed by one of our Exercise Physiologists.

Rehabilitation FAQ

• How do i join a rehabilitation class?
  • Book in for a free assessment firstly.
  • Then join the suggested class program.

Back in Action FAQ

• What Back in Action class should i join?
  • Back in Action Basics - is for beginners, less mobile people and anyone with severe disabilities.
  • Back in Action Essentials - is for people who have completed Basics and / or who are ready to step up to a more intense program.
  • Back in Action Advanced - is for anyone who has completed Basics and Essentials programs and / or advised to move up to the most advanced back in action program.

• I recently have a new condition / injury what do i do?
  • Speak with an instructor if your not sure if your disability or injury suits this program.
  • Back in Action programs are designed for people with disabilities and or injuries.

Workers Compensation FAQ

• Is Pilates covered by my Workers Compensation?
  • See your medical practitioner, to check if your covered for exercise physiology.
  • Secondly ring or email to book a free assessment with one of our instructors.
  • Then join a program so you can start working towards a better life.

Veteran Affairs FAQ

• Should i join a Pilates class?
  • Joining a Pilates Works Studio class is as easy as phoning or emailing today.

Medicare FAQ

• Can i get a Medicare Rebate?
  • See your medical practitioner and ask are you elegible.
  • Then book in for a free assessment with one of our instructors.

• How do i then claim?
  • We provide you with a invoice for your medicare approved program.
  • You then simply visit medicare and show them your medicare card and give them that invoice.

Cardiac Rehabilitation FAQ

• How do i know Pilates Works can help me?
  • See your medical practitioner firstly.
  • Make sure your ready to start a exercise program.
  • Visit our studio and make an appointment for a free assessment with one of our instructors.

Exercise Physiology Research

What is Exercise Physiology? An “Accredited Exercise Physiologist” (AEP) is a tertiary qualified Allied Health Professional. They design and deliver exercise programs for the individual. They specialise in exercise for rehabilitation, exercise for health and well being, chronic and complex medical conditions, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, work conditioning and improvements in sports performance.  AEPs are trained in preventing the onset of disease through exercise and lifestyle modification, in the treatment of disease, understanding interactions of exercise and pharmacology, managing multiple medical conditions, attending to the risk factor, health education and in providing post-acute exercise rehabilitation.

Rehabilitation Research

• Neurological
  • Exercise and Multiple Sclerosis
  • Multiple Sclerosis is characterised by fatigue, motor weakness, spasticity, poor balance, heat sensitivity and mental depression.
  • These factors impede their ability to participate in an active lifestyle and lead to inactivity compounding the clinical problems.
  • It has been found that an individualised exercise prescription of cardiorespiratory endurance, muscle strengthening and balance exercises has helped in disease management for restoring functional capacity. [Sports Medicine, 2004]

Back in Action Research

• GP’s
  • Exercise and Hypertension.
  • Hypertension is one of the main modifiable risk factors in cardiovascular disease and exercise remains the major therapy for primary treatment, prevention and control of hypertension.
  • Exercise prescription needs to be precisely designed for the individual through an exercise specialist. [Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 2009]

Workers Compensation Research

• GP’s
  • Exercise and Hypertension.
  • Hypertension is one of the main modifiable risk factors in cardiovascular disease and exercise remains the major therapy for primary treatment, prevention and control of hypertension.
  • Exercise prescription needs to be precisely designed for the individual through an exercise specialist. [Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 2009]

Veteran Affairs Research

• Oncology
  • Breast Cancer Patients.
  • Cancer patients have shown during and following treatment improvements in psychosocial and physical outcomes by participating in exercise.
  • They also improved compliance with treatment regimens and reduced impact of the disease symptoms and treatment-related side-effects.
  • The general exercise prescription was low to moderate intensity, 3-5 times a week for a minimum of 20mins, involving a mix of aerobic and resistance type exercises. [Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 2009]

Medicare Research

• Oncology
  • Breast Cancer Patients.
  • Cancer patients have shown during and following treatment improvements in psychosocial and physical outcomes by participating in exercise.
  • They also improved compliance with treatment regimens and reduced impact of the disease symptoms and treatment-related side-effects.
  • The general exercise prescription was low to moderate intensity, 3-5 times a week for a minimum of 20mins, involving a mix of aerobic and resistance type exercises. [Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 2009]

Cardiac Rehabilitation Research

• Cardiologist
  • Exercise training and chronic heart failure.
  • Chronic heart failure (CHF) is a complex syndrome characterised by progressive decline in left ventricular function, low exercise tolerance and raised mortality and morbidity.
  • It is established that participation in regular exercise is an effective treatment modality in the majority of CHF patients.
  • It is also recognised that the maladaptations evident in myocardial and skeletal muscle function are partially reversed with exercise, improving physical fitness and quality of life. [Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 2010]