Exercise Physiology – What do we do?

Exercise physiology is an allied profession which specialises in exercise prescription to assist with clients’ individual needs and goals.

 

An exercise physiologist is trained to carry out an exercise program long term and ensures it is continually adapted in accordance with any changes to the client’s physical status.

Exercise physiologists complete a 4-year university degree, where they are trained to treat clients with a wide range of health presentations. It is a profession which is set to play a vital role in a growing and ever-changing aged care environment.

Primary roles of an exercise physiologist

 

Chronic disease management

There is strong epidemiological evidence supporting the use of exercise to improve the management and outcomes for a number of common chronic health pathologies including but not limited to:

  • Diabetes

  • High blood pressure

  • Heart disease

  • Stroke

  • Arthritis

  • Osteoporosis

  • Anxiety and depression

  • Alzheimer’s and Dementia

  • Respiratory disease

  • Cardiac disease

  • Neurological conditions such as Parkinson's, Cerebral Palsy and Multiple Sclerosis

Rehabilitation

Exercise physiologists specialise in creating exercise programs for musculoskeletal based pathologies which are tailored to suit the patient’s individual needs and goals, including:

  • Joint replacement & other post-operative recovery

  • Injury prevention and rehabilitation

  • Management of acute and chronic pain

  • Movement dysfunction – e.g. improving walking gait and other movement mechanics

Improving strength and mobility

In aged and community care, exercise prescription often focuses on improving strength and mobility to assist with various difficulties around the home, e.g. transfers, walking gait and activities of daily living. This helps to improve independence and quality of life.

Balance and falls prevention

Falls account for approximately 50% of all emergency admissions in people over 65 years old, often resulting in significant life-impacting injuries. An individual’s falls risk can be reduced considerably with appropriate home hazard detection and exercise intervention. Exercise helps to reduce the risk of falls and improve mobility confidence and competence.

 

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— Ken (retired GP)

 

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