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Exercise Physiology

Exercise Physiologists are university trained professionals who have unique skills in exercise prescription for special populations.

There is a large body of evidence supporting the effectiveness of targeted exercise for a wide range of conditions and chronic illnesses.

Our Exercise Physiologist’s have the skills to create tailored exercise solutions for a wide range of conditions including:
• Osteoarthritis • Chronic pain- backs, necks, shoulder and chronic pain disorders eg. Fibromyalgia • Diabetes and other metabolic diseases (blood pressure, high cholesterol) • Cancer and heart disease • Work conditioning programs (often in conjunction with our Physios) • General de-conditioned “unfit” persons • Post- operative conditioning • Pre and post bariatric surgeries • Weight loss and weight gain programs • Mental health • Respiratory health (asthma, emphysema, COPD)

At Singleton Physio our Exercise Physiologist works closely with your Doctors and other Allied Health team to ensure that you have a complete approach in the management of your condition.

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Programs run by Exercise Physiology
• Individualised Clinic based sessions
• Get Back spine rehab and conditioning
• Matwork core control class– a fun mix of Piilates, Yoga and Fit Ball
• Gym based personalised functional conditioning programs
• HEAL Type 2 Diabetes Program – exercise and educational classes fully funded by Medicare
• NSW SIRA Workcover, Medicare and DVA Approved Providers

Exercise Physiology can attract rebates through Medicare EPC program for chronic disease management and also through Private Health Fund Extras cover (processed instantly in clinic via HICAPS)

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Matwork – Core strengthening and stretching class

Our matwork class is a fun personalised combination of both Pilates and Yoga based movements supervised and run by our Exercise Physiologist. The exercises focus on stabilizing and strengthening inner core muscles before branching out to include all the muscles of the body. Great for improving posture, reducing lower back pain, increasing flexibility, improving body awareness and movement patterns.

This class caters for beginners and those who are recovering from injury, to advanced participants. The class may be claimable through your private health insurance and participants are personally reviewed by our Exercise Physiologist prior to commencement of the class.

Classes are held 6pm every Thursday

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Group Rehab & Exercise Class

This class is performed within a small group setting, with no more than 8 participants at a time. Your workout at each session is individually tailored by our Exercise Physiologist to cater for your injury, medical history, fitness level, and ability. You might be in the later stages of your rehabilitation and needing that final bit of guidance before getting back into training, or you might be lacking the motivation to exercise at all. Either way this class will help you with your health and fitness journey!

The cost of classes are $25 per session or a 10 pack for $180.

Classes held every Monday from 4-pm and may be claimable under your private health.

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MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
Diabetes Class (EP) 1pm
Group Rehab (EP) 4pmHydrotherapy 11amHydrotherapy 11am
Hydrotherapy 6pmHydrotherapy 6pm
Stretch and Strength (EP) 6pm

Important Note for Booking!
Select ‘Session’ & then ‘Type’ tabs to bring up class options.

Private Clients

A referral is not required for Exercise Physiologist as a private client. If you have private insurance health fund extras cover please bring your fund card and we can process your claim directly via HICAPs. Also bring along any relevant reports, scans etc.

Enhanced Primary Care Program (EPC)

Physio can attract rebates through Medicare EPC program for chronic disease management [item 723, 721, 732]. Up to 5 allied health consultations per year, or 10 for Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islanders. There are qualifying criteria and a GP referral is required for this program. Please bring along your referral, Medicare card and EFT card. Clients pay for the consultation and then the Medicare rebate is processed onsite back into your account. This is not a bulk billing service, the out of pocket expense is $19.05 per visit.

CTP Third Party Claims

Our clinic is registered to provide rehabilitation from any Compulsory Third Party motor vehicle accident claims. Please bring along your GP referral and current acceptance of liability specific for Exercise Physiology. If all details are correct we can invoice the insurer directly.

DVA

Our Exercise Physiologists are Accredited DVA providers. Please bring along your Gold or White Card as well as a current GP referral and we can claim directly through DVA.

Work Injuries

For Workers Compensation injuries please bring along your GP referral and Certificate of Capacity, Insurance Company Information including Claim Number so that we can invoice directly as well as any other relevant reports and scans etc. Our Exercise Physiologists are accredited NSW SIRA Workers Compensation Providers.

What to expect in your consult?

Your initial new episode consultation will involve a comprehensive assessment where we ascertain your relevant history and medical history, followed by a physical examination to determine the diagnosis and cause of your problem.

This will be discussed with you where we form a treatment plan for your needs. The treatment may vary but will often include a combination of advice on exercise therapies as well as other options.

Conditions we help with:

Knee Pain
Hip Pain
Shoulder Pain
Back & Neck Pain
Ankle & Foot Pain

FAQ's

New episode Exercise Physiology appointments are normally 45 minutes to allow us the time to adequately assess, diagnose, develop a management plan and treat your condition or injury. Subsequent appointments are generally 30 minutes in duration.

For private clients no referral is required so you can book in straight away! If you have a work injury, DVA, Medicare EPC or 3rd party insurance claim then a referral is required.

Please bring along/ wear suitable light loose fitting clothing that you can move in and to allow access to your problem area. Eg. for the neck/ shoulder a light singlet, shorts for the knee/ ankle. We also have gowns available. Bring along your running shoes if you have foot and ankle problems.

Please bring all recent relevant reports, scans, letters and any other information regarding your injury with you. You may also bring a medication list if you have one.

Our Exercise Physiologist’s are popular, however in most cases we can help you see a Exercise Physiologist within 24 hours. You can check availability by selecting a service below, and if nothing suits give us a call and we’ll do our best to make something work.

Exercise Physiologists are not able to refer for xrays or scans.

Yes, we provide on the spot claims with your health fund with our HICAPs terminal, the vast majority of funds are eligible via HICAPs.

What can we help you with? Feel free to give us a call or chat with us here online and we’ll be happy to talk about the fees with you. The cost to fix your problem will depend on a number of factors which we can clearly discuss at your first consultation where we strive to work within your budget and needs.

No, however as Medicare registered providers we can process your claim with Medicare who will contribute $52.95 towards your appointment fee if you have a GP referral under the Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) plan. After claiming you are just paying the $19.05 difference, that’s all. Your doctor (GP) can refer you for up to 5 sessions in a year for chronic conditions such as Diabetes.

We are not presently NDIS registered however we can see NDIS clients who are “self managed”. Please contact us for more information regarding this service.

We understand that life gets hectic and doesn’t always go to plan! Our therapists are in demand though so if you are unable to make your appointment then someone else misses out too. Should you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment, please inform us at least 6 hours prior as per our late notice fee policy.

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