Exercise Physiology
Accredited Exercise Physiology focused on practical, measurable outcomes. We assess movement, strength and capacity, then prescribe exercise that fits your life — not the other way around.
- SessionInitial 60 min · Follow-ups 30–45 min
- WhereSOS Studio, Brunswick East
- FundingMedicare CDM · DVA
- ReferralPrivate: no referral · Medicare/DVA/NDIS: referral required
Overview
What this service is — and isn't.
Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) are university-qualified allied health professionals trained to prescribe exercise as a clinical intervention. At SOS, every program starts with a thorough assessment so what you do in the gym actually matches what's going on in your body and your week.
Whether you're managing pain, rehabilitating from surgery, working around a chronic condition or chasing a performance goal, the same principles apply: assess accurately, dose appropriately, progress deliberately, and review honestly. We work one-on-one in a private, fully equipped studio in Brunswick East.
We're independent — no shift quotas, no upsells — and we coordinate with your GP, surgeon, physio or coach when it helps. The goal is always the same: leave you stronger, more confident, and less reliant on the clinic.
Who it's for
Is this the right service for me?
- Adults wanting structured, guided exercise
- People recovering from injury or surgery
- Clients managing a chronic condition
- Active individuals chasing performance gains
What we see
Common issues & goals.
- Persistent pain or stiffness
- Low strength or conditioning
- Returning to sport or activity
- Confidence with the gym or home program
Benefits & outcomes
What you can expect to get out of it.
A clear, individualised exercise plan
Measurable strength and capacity gains
Reduced pain and improved function
Confidence to train independently long-term
What to expect
A clear path from first session to lasting progress.
- 1
Initial assessment
We unpack your goals, history and current capacity through a clinical conversation and physical screen.
- 2
Tailored program
You leave with a clear, individualised plan — exercises, dosage, progressions and how it fits your week.
- 3
Ongoing review
We track what matters, adjust as you progress and keep the program practical and sustainable.
Session format
What a session actually looks like.
- Duration
- Initial 60 min · Follow-ups 30–45 min
- Location
- SOS Studio, Brunswick East (or home visits where suitable)
- Equipment
- Fully equipped gym floor, dynamometry and outcome measures
- What to bring
- Comfortable activewear, supportive shoes, water bottle and any relevant scans, plans or referrals.
Funding & rebates
How clients pay for this service.
We accept the following funding streams for this service. If you're unsure what applies to you, get in touch — we'll help you work it out.
Medicare CDM
DVA
NDIS (self/plan-managed)
WorkSafe
TAC- Private health (extras)
- Self-funded
Evidence & approach
Grounded in the research.
Exercise prescribed by an AEP is recognised by Medicare, DVA and most private health funds as a primary intervention for chronic and complex conditions, with strong evidence across cardiovascular, metabolic, musculoskeletal and mental health outcomes.
Conditions we commonly see
People come to us for exercise physiology with things like:
- Lower back pain
- Knee osteoarthritis
- Hip osteoarthritis
- Tendinopathy
- Post-fracture deconditioning
- General strength & conditioning
Inside a session
A look at what exercise physiology actually looks like at SOS.
FAQs
Quick answers.
Have a different question? Get in touch — we're happy to help.
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