FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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General questions
Allied health professionals with expertise in exercise and movement, rehabilitation, and high performance. Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) use exercise as a primary mode of therapy to help you manage and improve pain, functional impairment, acute and chronic disease, disability, and performance.
No referral is required for private appointments. If you intend on utilising a compensable scheme for funding assistance, then you must provide a referral by your trusted referrer (GP or other specialist, or case manager).
Most extras policies cover Exercise Physiology. Please consult your insurer to find out your expected rebate. We can process via HICAPS on the spot or provide you with an invoice receipt.
Something you're comfortable moving in, including closed-toe footwear! Ideally, avoid skirts or dresses, as appointments may involve lying down and/or exercising alongside other people using the space.
Initial assessments are typically 60 minutes in length. Follow-up appointments are generally 30-45 minutes, depending on your circumstances and treatment plan.
Exercise physiology questions
No referral is required for private sessions. Medicare, DVA, TAC and NDIS pathways may need a referral or plan from your GP and/or coordinator.
Most extras policies cover exercise physiology. We can process HICAPS claims on the spot where available. Please enquire with your insurer to see what rebate you may be eligible for under item codes 102, 202 and 302.
It depends on your goals and condition. In our initial consultation we will collaborate in setting a specific plan, inclusive of estimated timelines. Most patients/clients will review fortnightly, and taper as autonomy and progression is noted; this is case dependant.
Yes, collaborative care is part of how we work, and ensures your interest and goals are at the forefont of our planning and decision making.
GLA:D® program questions
GLA:D runs over approximately six weeks with two supervised sessions per week, plus two education sessions.
Yes, many participants use GLA:D after joint replacement to rebuild capacity and improve surgical outcomes.
International GLA:D data suggests a significant proportion of participants delay or no longer require joint surgery following engagement with the program.
No referral is needed for private participants. Some participants may be eligible for Medicare subsidised sessions within the program via a CDM plan. Consult with your GP to access referral for this funding.
The Lower-Limb Clinic questions
Yes, collaborative care is part of how we work, and ensures your interest and goals are at the forefont of our planning and decision making.
Referral is not required for private consultation. Medicare, DVA, WorkSafe and TAC pathways will require a referral from your specialist, GP or plan manager.
Unfortunately this comes with a boring answer, it is very case dependent! There are many contributing factors influencing recovery speed, including the impacted structure location, diagnosis, co-existing conditions and physical capacity to name a few. We will discuss your anticipated timeline upon assessment. Most clients notice meaningful change within 4-8 weeks of consistent training, depending on the condition.
High performance questions
No referral is required for private sessions. Medicare, DVA, TAC and NDIS pathways may need a referral or plan from your GP and/or coordinator.
Most extras policies cover exercise physiology. We can process HICAPS claims on the spot where available. Please enquire with your insurer to see what rebate you may be eligible for under item codes 102, 202 and 302.
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