Exercise Physiology at Aevum
Exercise physiology isn’t just for professional athletes - if you’re looking to exercise as a way to manage a health condition or recover stronger from an injury, then a visit to an exercise physiologist might just be what you’re looking for.
With our multidisciplinary approach to patient care, we have a professional team on hand to assist you with exercise physiology, among many other services. Our exercise physiology team works closely with our occupational therapists, physiotherapists, podiatrists, dieticians and speech pathologists to give you the best care possible in a state-of-the-art facility in the Sutherland Shire.
What is Exercise Physiology?
Physiology is the science of the study of body mechanics - essentially it is a broad field of study that includes all of the body’s machinations - both physically and chemically. Any movement that the body makes can be studied under a physiological umbrella.
Exercise physiology, on the other hand, specifically uses the knowledge gained from physiology and applies it to human exercise. The history of exercise physiology dates all the way back to 1922, when British physiologist, Archibald Hill introduced the concept of maximum oxygen uptake - this is the maximal oxygen intake during exercise. This has been studied ever since by scientists throughout the last century - though ever since Archibald Hill’s initial concept, the science has expanded into one of the most highly-regarded professions in sport-science.
In short it’s combining exercise and science to create the greatest outcomes for individuals depending on their individualised needs.
Who is Exercise Physiology For?
Anyone can see an exercise physiologist without a referral. While you may think that being the cream of the crop of sport-medical professionals, they only work with professional athletes, you’d be wrong. Exercise physiologists can help people who deal with chronic conditions too.
Your GP may decide to prescribe and enhance primary care plan allowing you to see an exercise physiologist through medicare or your private health fund supports exercise physiology services in the Sutherland Shire.
If you suffer from obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure or osteoporosis - then exercise physiology might be the mechanism you’re looking for to help you. Even for those who suffer from depression and anxiety, exercise physiologists are sometimes able to help you work through that too.
Exercise is simply a tool that medical professionals use to help maintain a healthier human body. Exercise physiologists can help a wide variety of people with a wide variety of conditions and use exercise to get the results that they’re looking for.
Who do Exercise physiologists work closely with?
Work related injuries under Work Cover “Workers comp”
Injury rehabilitation
Private patients
CDM or EPC plans referred by a general practitioner
Benefits of Exercise Physiology
Exercise physiology has all kinds of benefits for those who consult with exercise physiologists.
Exercise physiology is intended for those who are using exercise as a method of recovery, recuperation, rehabilitation or ongoing treatment for a disease. Exercise physiology can help with: cardiovascular disease, muscular diseases, pulmonary disease, metabolism problems, neurological diseases, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues. Exercise physiologists have also been successful in the treatment of cancer patients.
Exercise physiology is not intended to be used singularly - rather, it is intended to be used alongside other medical treatments as part of a coordinated, team effort, to help you obtain optimal health outcomes.
How Aevum Will Help You
Aevum Health employs a variety of specialists, including exercise physiologists and should be your first point of call after speaking with your doctor if an appointment with an exercise physiologist would be helpful for you. Our exercise physiologists can help you come up with a treatment plan that’s tailored to your specific needs and the guidelines provided by other consulting health professionals.
Exercise Physiology for Kids
Exercise physiology isn’t just for adults. It also has uses when it comes to children. Exercise physiologists can help children who suffer from a variety of physical disabilities use exercise to regain strength, improve range of motion and generally lead a healthier life. Even if your child does not have a physical disability, an exercise physiologist may be a useful consult if your child has other needs that require exercise. These professionals can help you come up with an exercise physiology management plan.
If your family lives in NSW, then pay a visit to an exercise physiologist in the Sutherland Shire, or an exercise physiologist in Kirrawee to help get your child help.
Why You Should Choose Aevum Health
Aevum Health has a wide variety of options for those seeking the help of exercise physiologists - our team will be able to help you, alongside your family physician, with whatever treatment is prescribed. We’ll bring all of our expertise to bear and make sure you get the help you need.