WHAT IS AN ACCREDITED EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST?
Accredited exercise physiologists (AEP) are allied health professionals which specialise in clinical exercise interventions for people living with a broad range of health conditions, disabilities or injuries. An Exercise physiologist has several years of study at a university level. An exercise physiologist understands the science behind exercise and how it can assist in different health conditions, disabilities and injuries, as well as the acute and chronic responses and adaptations to exercise. They have the knowledge and skills to safely and effectively apply interventions to prevent, restore or manage health conditions, disabilities or injuries as well as helping individuals achieve optimal health and fitness goals.
WHEN SHOULD I SEE AN ACCREDITED EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST?
There are a wide range of reasons why someone may benefit from seeing an AEP. Common reasons include chronic disease management, disability management and injury rehabilitation. If you are at risk or have been diagnosed with any of the below health conditions, it is important to know an exercise physiologist can help.
- Obesity
- Metabolic conditions such as diabetes, insulin resistance and PCOS.
- Cardiovascular diseases including high blood pressure.
- Pulmonary diseases.
- Neurological diseases.
- Musculoskeletal diseases including arthritis, osteoporosis, acute and/or chronic musculoskeletal issues.
- Autoimmune conditions.
- Mental health conditions.
- NDIS-related disabilities.
- + Many more
Accredited exercise physiologists can also assist with:
- Injury Rehabilitation
- Mobility, strength, hypertrophy, and fitness goals.
- Improving body composition.
- Advice on lifestyle modification to improve health.
WHAT SERVICES DO EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGISTS PROVIDE?
Accredited exercise physiologists offer a range of different services depending on the career path they have chosen. This usually involves consultations for the prescription, delivery, and evaluation of an individualised exercise program as well as lifestyle education and advice.
Services specific to our practice include:
– Individualised Exercise Programs tailored to improve health conditions and reach client goals
– Online (tele-health) Exercise Physiology Consultations
– Exercise for Chronic Disease Management
– Type 2 Diabetes Exercise Programs
– Obesity & Weight loss Management Programs
– Bariatric Exercise Programs
– NDIS Exercise Physiology
– Ongoing 1 on 1 Exercise Training Sessions
– Physical Assessments
– Injury Rehabilitation including Workcover and CTP injuries
ACCESSIBILITY – CAN I RECEIVE REBATES FOR EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY?
It is important to know that you may be eligible to see an exercise physiologist at rebated costs through the following pathways;
– NDIS-Funded Exercise Physiology – Completely funded via the NDIS.
– Medicare & DVA Rebates
– Private Health Rebates
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CONCLUSION
In conclusion, accredited exercise physiologists are essential allied health professionals specialising in clinical exercise interventions for diverse health conditions and disabilities. With a solid understanding of exercise science, they provide safe and effective interventions for chronic diseases, injuries, and disabilities. Accessibility is ensured through various pathways, including NDIS funding, Medicare, DVA rebates, and private health rebates. Accredited exercise physiologists contribute significantly to holistic well-being, emphasizing the importance of personalized exercise interventions in comprehensive healthcare strategies.