Exercise Physiology Adelaide
What is Exercise Physiology?
Exercise Physiology focuses on how movement and physical activity improve health, function and quality of life. Our Exercise Physiologists are university-qualified allied health professionals who design safe, evidence-based programs for children, teens and young adults.
If you’ve ever wondered “what is exercise physiology” or “what does an exercise physiologist do”, we help people living with injury, disability or developmental challenges move confidently and achieve meaningful goals.
Who is Exercise Physiology for?
Our Exercise Physiology Adelaide services support:
Children wanting to increase their physical capacity, independence or fine and gross-motor development
Children living with cancer, cancer recovery, respiratory conditions, musculoskeletal conditions, neurological conditions, metabolic conditions and cardiovascular conditions
Children living with physical disability or developmental delay
Young people recovering from injury, surgery, illness or managing chronic conditions.
NDIS participants needing NDIS Exercise Physiology or Improved Daily Living supports.
How can Exercise Physiology help?
What do exercise physiologists do? Exercise programs and sessions are individually designed to each individual’s goals and needs. An EP can support in:
Perform assessments and reports on your child’s physical abilities and needs
Provide safe exercise prescription for children with disability or complexed physical conditions
Improve strength, balance and coordination through fun, age-appropriate movement.
Aid in disease prevention or management
Increase confidence and motivation to be active and independent.
Support rehabilitation after injury, surgery, sports injury or illness.
Enhance emotional wellbeing through movement and self-achievement.
Manage chronic pain
Our certified clinical exercise physiologists create a welcoming, enjoyable and safe space for children to explore and develop their physical capacity.