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[su_spacer size=”20″]Movement Based Medicine
Exercise Physiology is evidence-based physical therapy that can improve health issues.
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Exercise Physiologists use movement and exercise prescription protocols to achieve specific clinical outcomes… insulin resistance, chronic pain, hypertension… there’s a protocol for that!
We prescribe exercise in much the same way a doctor would prescribe medicine, where the type and dose of medication is customised to the patient and their condition.
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Exercise physiology improves outcomes in cardiovascular disease, diabetes, low back pain and arthritis
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A rehabilitation plan might include strength, aerobic, balance, core or flexibility exercises done in-clinic or at home. In-clinic rehab may be individual or small group, depending on patient risks and needs.
Home programs include an individually programmed instructional video sequence that can be accessed via our free mobile app that tracks adherence and delivers relevant educational content.
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What is an Exercise Physiologist?
Our Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) are university-trained and registered allied health professionals who are accredited by Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA).
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Why refer patients to an Accredited Exercise Physiologist?
AEPs are experts in the field of illness and injury rehabilitation. We work with people of all shapes, sizes, ages and abilities. From those who generally want to improve their health and well-being to those living with chronic disease or disability.
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What we treat
We can help treat and manage a wide array of conditions and injuries, but we often see:
- Acute and chronic musculoskeletal pain & injury
- Cardiovascular disease
- Obesity and diabetes
- Asthma and COPD
- Occupational and motor vehicle injury
- Stroke and acquired brain injury
- Developmental delays
- Arthritis and osteoporosis
- Cancer and multiple sclerosis
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What does the evidence say?
Research has shown many benefits of AEP co-management for health and fitness outcomes:
- Reduced risk of fatal heart attacks by up to 50%
- Improve breathing in those with lung disease by 70%
- Reduced risk of type 2 diabetes by almost 60%
- Reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression
- Improved recovery following surgery
- Reduced pain and increased movement in those with osteoarthritis
- Better chronic pain management
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We are registered with Medicare, DVA, WorkCover, NDIS and are recognised by most private health insurers.
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When to refer
- Your patient is living with any of the above conditions
- Your patient is currently active less than 150 minutes per week
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Your patient would benefit from:
- Reduced weight, blood pressure or cholesterol
- Pain management
- Improved mood and quality of life
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How to refer… It’s easy!
Start by bookmarking this page so you can come back to it easily or email your practice details to admin@melbourneosteohealth.com and we’ll send you a printed info pack for your practitioners and your patients.
Email us one of these referral forms; pick your format; pdf, Medical Director or Best Practice.
You can also forward this link to patients for their information: http://www.melbourneosteohealth.com/service/exercise-physiology/
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Additional referral information:
Some clients may be eligible for AEP services under Medicare, DVA, WorkCover and a number of private health funds. Session costs vary.
Medicare Australia
Under the Chronic Disease Management Program, Medicare rebates are available for patients with chronic and complex care needs on referral from their GP. Additional rebates for patients diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes under the Type 2 Diabetes Group Services Initiative and for patients identifying as Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander are also accessible.
To find out more about these initiatives, and to download the required Medicare referral paperwork visit health.gov.au.
Department of Veterans’ Affairs
Entitled DVA clients may be referred to an AEP for clinically necessary Exercise Physiology treatment by their GP on a valid D904 referral form.
To find out more about these initiatives, and download the required DVA referral paperwork visit the DVA website.
Occupational Rehabilitation Services
AEPs provide functional exercise to help return injured workers to suitable activities; through tailored exercise prescription suitable to the worker’s injury or work demands, and/or specific work activities.
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| Area | Item Number |
| Aboriginal Health Services | 81315 |
| CDM | 10953 |
| Type 2 Diabetes | 81110 – Assessment |
| Type 2 Diabetes | 81115- Group Classes |
| DVA | EP10/EP11 |
