Exercise is a powerful tool that can significantly improve health, often rivaling medication in its ability to prevent and manage chronic conditions. Accredited Exercise Physiologists (EPs) are health professionals trained to use exercise as therapy, helping individuals optimise their physical and mental well-being. Here’s how they make an impact:
Key Benefits of Exercise as Medicine:
- Metabolism Boost: Strength training increases muscle mass, boosting metabolism and aiding weight management.
- Pain Management: Exercise alleviates pain associated with arthritis, tendinopathies, and chronic pain by improving mobility, muscle strength, and mood.
- Bone Health: Weight-bearing exercises preserve and improve bone density, crucial for conditions like osteoporosis.
- Insulin Resistance: Regular exercise enhances insulin sensitivity, aiding in the prevention and management of Type 2 Diabetes.
- Mental Health: Physical activity reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression, improves sleep, and enhances cognitive function.
- Cardiovascular Health: Exercise lowers blood pressure, improves cholesterol levels, and supports heart health.
- Cancer Support: Tailored exercise mitigates treatment side effects, enhances recovery, and improves long-term quality of life.
Claimable Services:
Sessions with Accredited Exercise Physiologists may be claimable under:
- Medicare (e.g., Chronic Disease Management plans)
- Private Health Insurance
- WorkCover
- NDIS
- TAC
Whether you’re managing a chronic condition, recovering from illness, or investing in preventative health, EPs provide expert guidance to help you harness the benefits of exercise as medicine.
Let’s move towards a healthier, more active life—one “exercise pill” at a time!
