Exercise Physiology

Exercise Physiology services at Shell Cove and Nowra are provided onsite by Medicine in Motion.

Website: https://www.medicineinmotion.com.au

Appointments: (02) 4208 5129

How can exercise physiology help?

Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEP’s) specialise in clinical exercise prescription and the delivery of exercise & lifestyle modification programs for people who are at risk of, or living with chronic disease, injury, or disability such as

• Diabetes
• Cardiovascular disease
• Back pain
• Osteoporosis
• Arthritis
• Mental illness
• Cancer
• Weight management
• Chronic pain
• Hypertension
• High Cholesterol
• Pre and post replacement surgery (knee and hip)

What we offer

A dedicated, on-site Exercise Physiologist from Medicine in Motion Health Group.

Typically, AEP services will include:

• Initial consultation and assessment to determine your current health status, medical history and exercise/physical activity history. This is also where the patient’s health goals will be discussed and determined
• Explanation and education on how exercise treatment will improve the patient’s health condition and their quality of life
• Developing an exercise program, either in the gym, pool or at home; individual or in a group; followed by instruction on how to complete the exercise program with correct technique.
• Written reports to the referring GP, Nurse or Specialist
• Ongoing assessment to track patient progress and update treatment program accordingly

Useful links

http://exerciseright.com.au/
Advice and information on how exercise can help manage a range of different conditions

http://everyonesanexpert.com.au/
Dispelling the common myths around exercise

https://www.makehealthynormal.nsw.gov.au/finding-new-normal/quiz
Quiz evaluating how “healthy” a person is by evaluating their current physical activity and diet

If you have areas to work on as shown by this quiz, why not make a booking with our Accredited Practicing Dietitians or Accredited Exercise Physiologist to help you improve!

Available at

• Grand Pacific Health Nowra

  • 107 Scenic Drive, Nowra, 2541, NSW
  • PO Box 516 Nowra NSW 2541
  • Phone (02) 4448 2255
  • Fax (02) 4448 2288
  • Email info@gphnowra.org.au

• Shell Cove Family Health

  • 2 Shallows Drive, Shell Cove, 2529, NSW
  • Phone (02) 4225 5600
  • Fax (02) 4225 5699
  • Email admin@scfh.org.au