Get expert support to move, feel and function better
Exercise Physiologists are trained to understand how the body works during exercise. They create and manage exercise plans to assist people with health problems, injuries, or physical difficulties to feel better and move more easily.
You don’t need to be “fit” to benefit from exercise physiology. Exercise Physiologists work with people of all ages and abilities. The tailored programs designed by Exercise Physiologists help you to reach your goals by building your strength, managing symptoms, staying healthy, and supporting you to participate in daily activities independently.
Exercise physiologists can assist in managing conditions such as:
- chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, osteoporosis and neurological conditions
- recovery from injury, illness or surgery
- reaching a healthy weight
- mental health, mood and sleep
- improved strength and mobility
- chronic pain management
- staying active as you get older
- exercising safely during and after pregnancy
- building your confidence with exercise in a gym, home or community setting.
Support to suit you
We offer both One to One support and Group programs.
One to One support
- Our exercise physiologists help you use movement and exercise to improve your health and wellbeing. They take the time to understand your body, your goals, and any medical conditions or limitations you may have. They create a personalised exercise program that’s safe, realistic, enjoyable and fits into your life.
Group programs
- We offer a wide range of group exercise programs including strength, balance, gym-based, for those with Parkinson’s Disease, Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis and many more.
Support for the Merri-Bek Local Government Area (and surrounds)
For people living in the Merri-bek Local Government Area (and immediate surrounds), exercise physiology is available at our Brunswick, Coburg, Fawkner and Glenroy sites.
Under 64 years, or under 50 years for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- Call 1300 637 744 intake
You do not need a referral to access this service. We also accept referrals from medical and other health professionals. They can complete this online form.
65 years and over (50 years and over for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)*
See our Exercise Physiology for older people service.
We also provide a limited home visiting service for residents who are over 65.
*Residential aged care homes/hostel residents and those covered by a compensable claim like TAC/WorkCover, are not eligible for community health services.
Clients with certain conditions, such as a recent stroke requiring rehabilitation may be referred to a more appropriate service.
This service is offered at a reduced cost for people with greater health, financial, or social needs. To learn more, please contact us.
Locations
| Monday | 8.30am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8.30am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8.30am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8.30am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8.30am - 5pm |
| Sat (dental) | 8.30am - 12.30pm |
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Monday | 9am - 5pm* |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm* |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm* |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm* |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm* |
| *Closed | 1pm - 2pm |
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
Appointment information
In your first session with the Exercise Physiologist, you can expect:
- An assessment of your health condition(s). This may include a range of exercise testing for strength, balance or fitness.
- Working together on a treatment (and/or prevention) plan that will consider your goals, lifestyle, activities, and general health.
- Advice on your condition and ways to manage it, based on what researchers tell us. This will include a group program, where appropriate.
- A tailored exercise program for you to do at home.
Wear suitable, loose-fitting clothing and appropriate footwear (e.g. close toe-shoes like runners) to your appointment. The exercise physiologist may ask you to expose affected body part as part of assessment and treatment but if you are uncomfortable doing so, let them know.
Yes, you can contact our service access team on behalf of your family member to discuss their referral.
Discover more
Exercise physiology for older people
Our exercise physiologists can help you move more, feel better, and live well.
