exercise physiology

Exercise physiologists are specialists in the field of health and fitness, and exercise rehabilitation. Exercise physiologists match the needs of the client with appropriate exercises to develop strategies and assist in the prevention and management of chronic conditions.

Exercise physiology is about training muscles to work correctly and also developing exercise programs to achieve certain physical goals.

It is perfect for preventing or reducing the risk of injury or for treating an injury after it has occurred. When treating the injury, the exercise physiologist will treat the cause of the problem rather than just treating the symptoms, and this helps ensure that the injury will not recur.

Exercise physiologists aim to improve the client’s range of motion, strength and functional capacity. They can manage the treatment of injuries and help the individual to return to the condition that they were in before the injury occurred. At Precision Physio each program is individually tailored, therefore the client receives a program that is the most appropriate for their condition. The exercise physiologist will also manage the program to ensure that it remains appropriate throughout the program.

Exercise physiologists work with GPs and physiotherapists and other health professionals to ensure that the client is progressing well and achieving their specified outcomes. They create programs that may involve the use of Gym programs, Swimming, Walking, Home-based exercises and Strength training activities.

Benefits of participating in a program with an exercise physiologist:

  • improved muscular strength, flexibility and endurance,
  • Health and fitness evaluation,
  • Assist in pain, stress, diet management and diabetes education,
  • Assists in education and management of chronic disease,
  • Prevention and rehabilitation of sports injuries,
  • Prescription of physical activity tailored to the individual’s needs,
  • The prescription of an individualised exercise program,
  • Helping create weight management strategies,
  • Advice on suitable stretches and manual handling.