National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Physiotherapy

NDIS provides funding and support for individuals with disabilities, empowering them to live independently and thrive.

The role of Exercise Physiology for NDIS clients

Exercise Physiology for Chronic Health Conditions

Exercise physiology is a subspecialty of physiotherapy that focuses on using exercise as therapy for individuals with chronic health conditions or disabilities. These conditions include diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and neurological disorders like multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease

Personalised Exercise Plans

Exercise physiologists develop individualised exercise programs that take into account a person's specific needs and goals. These programs can include activities like strength training, cardiovascular exercise, balance training, and stretching to address unique health challenges and enhance physical function

Ongoing Support and Education

Exercise physiologists not only guide you on how to safely and effectively perform exercises but also provide continuous support to ensure progress. They collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including doctors and occupational therapists, to ensure the exercise program is safe and suited to your condition

Health Benefits of Exercise

Regular exercise helps control weight, improve cardiovascular health, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease. In addition to these physical benefits, exercise also boosts mood, reduces stress and anxiety, and significantly enhances overall quality of life

Enhancing Well-Being Through Movement

Exercise plays a crucial role in improving physical and mental well-being. By maintaining a tailored exercise routine, individuals can increase their mobility, manage health conditions, and improve their daily functioning for a healthier, more active lifestyle

The role of Physiotherapy for NDIS clients

Physiotherapy plays an important role in helping patients with disabilities to improve their mobility, strength, and overall function.
This may include exercises to increase range of motion, muscle strengthening, and activities to improve balance and coordination.

Physiotherapists also provide education on proper body mechanics and the use of assistive devices such as crutches or wheelchairs as well as work with patients to manage pain and improve their overall quality of life.

Overall, physiotherapy can help patients with disabilities to achieve greater independence and improve their ability to participate in daily activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Physiotherapists use a variety of techniques to help patients with NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) manage their conditions and improve their physical function. These techniques can include:
Exercise therapy: This can include exercises to improve strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
Manual therapy: This includes techniques such as massage, joint mobilisation, and manipulation to improve mobility and reduce pain.
Education and advice: Physiotherapists can provide education and advice on how to manage symptoms, prevent injury, and maintain overall health and well-being.
Assistive devices: Physiotherapists can recommend and fit assistive devices, such as crutches, walkers, or orthotic devices, to help patients with mobility.
Modalities: Physiotherapist may use modalities such as ultrasound, TENS, dry needling and other treatments as needed to manage pain and improve function.
It's important to note that the specific techniques used will depend on the patient's individual needs and goals, and a physiotherapist will create a treatment plan that is tailored to the patient.
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Exercise physiologists use a variety of techniques to help people with disabilities improve their physical fitness and overall health. These may include:
Resistance training: This type of training uses weights, resistance bands, or other equipment to help build muscle strength and endurance.
Cardiovascular training: This type of training focuses on improving cardiovascular fitness and endurance through activities such as cycling, running, or swimming.
Flexibility and balance exercises: These exercises help to improve range of motion and balance, which can be particularly important for patients with mobility issues.
Functional exercises: These exercises focus on replicating the specific activities and movements that the patient needs to perform in their daily life, such as getting in and out of a car or climbing stairs.
Adaptive equipment: Exercise physiologists may use specialised equipment, such as wheelchair-specific exercise equipment, to help patients with mobility issues participate in physical activity.
Motivational Interviewing: Motivational interviewing is a technique that help patients to identify their own reasons for change and to overcome any barriers that they may have to engaging in physical activity.

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