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What is an Exercise Physiologist?

Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP)

An Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) is a recognised allied health professional (such as a physiotherapist or dietitian) holding a 4 year university degree who applies a scientific evidence based approach to the health, exercise and sports science fields. AEP’s are the most qualified exercise professionals you can use.

They are governed by a professional body – Exercise and Sports Science Australia, (ESSA) requiring members meet strict criteria and are actively involved in continuing professional education.

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We Specialise In

Personalised Exercise Programs

Personalised exercise programs and advice for people at high-risk of developing, or with existing chronic and complex medical conditions and injuries.

Exercise Rehabilitation

Exercise rehabilitation for people recovering from workplace or personal injury including surgery.

Fitness, Strength & Conditioning

Fitness & strength and conditioning training programs for those looking to optimise their athletic development in their chosen sport or recreational endeavours.

We also provide training in safe manual handling, perform functional assessments, carry out sub-maximal and maximal fitness tests, musculoskeletal assessments, and provide lifestyle education to help people manage their health conditions.

Philosophy

& Ingredients for Success

Whether you are recovering from a personal or workplace injury and looking to achieve or exceed your pre-injury level of health and function, or hoping to excel in your chosen sport, the ingredients for success (motivation, opportunity and direction) remain the same.

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Motivation

We provide MOTIVATION and support for patients through a holistic treatment method. We motivate and empower our patients to achieve long term success by involving them in their treatment, encouraging positive changes through the inclusion of patient education and identifying and overcoming potential barriers.

Opportunity

We provide OPPORTUNITY for exercise for those of all ages and abilities, in all environments. Appointments and exercise programs can be home or gym based and can include hydrotherapy. It doesn’t matter if you have a lot of exercise equipment or none at all, we can tailor an exercise program to suit you.

Direction

We provide DIRECTION through applying a best-practice approach to deliver safe and effective individualised exercise programs to those with, or at risk of chronic illness or injury. While our fitness and strength and conditioning services are based on sound scientific and systematic principles.

Additionally, we provide comprehensive direction through all of our programs which include descriptive, customised instructions and clear images displayed as line drawings, colour illustrations, even photographs and videos. This enables you to confidently and correctly undertake your exercise protocol without the need for ongoing supervision.

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Rebates

Rebates are available for exercise physiology services. We are registered providers with the following organisations:

REBATES

Medicare Australia

Rebates are available via referral from your GP within an Enhanced Primary Health Care (EPC) plan if you have a chronic health condition or complex health needs. See your GP to enquire if you are eligible.

Private Health Insurers

Rebates are available from all major private health funds depending on your level of cover. Contact your health fund to enquire how much you are eligible to receive.

WorkCover

We are WorkCover registered and provide rehabilitation services for occupational injuries and work conditioning programs. See your treating GP to enquire as to weather exercise physiology will be useful for treating your work injury.

The Department of Veterans’ Affairs

Rebates are available if you are a registered veteran via referral from your GP. See your GP to enquire if you are eligible.

Clinical Services

Our Services Include

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Clinical Exercise Prescription

Provision of physical activity advice and clinical exercise prescription, for those at high-risk of developing, or with existing chronic health conditions.

Rehabilitation

Provision of rehabilitation and advice for patients following the acute stage of injury, surgical intervention, or during recovery to restore functional capacity and well-being.

Individualised Exercise Interventions

Development of safe, effective individualised exercise interventions.

Safety & Risk Screening

Screening and risk stratifying to ensure the safety and appropriateness of exercise and physical activity interventions.

Movement Assessment

Assessing ‘movement’ capacity in people of all ages and levels of health, well-being or fitness.

Health Education, Advice & Support

Provision of health education, advice and support to enhance health and well-being.

As a long term Busselton resident and sole practitioner, Clayton offers a personalised service to patients that is local, accessible and familiar. Providing continuity of care and forming relationships built on trust are highly valued in improving patient health outcomes and cost-effectiveness of treatment.

Clayton Trigwell

Exercise Physiologist AEP

Professionally Prescribed Exercise

can benefit people who are:

At high-risk of developing or currently with chronic disease

At risk of developing, or currently with existing injury, that require rehabilitation to improve physical function; and

In need of lifestyle change through risk factor modification, at all levels of readiness to behavioural change.

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can benefit conditions including:

Cardiopulmonary – Hypertension, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, myocardial infarction, chronic heart failure, asthma, COPD, cystic fibrosis;

Metabolic – Obesity, dyslipidaemias, impaired glucose tolerance, diabetes mellitus;

Musculoskeletal – Arthritis (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid), osteoporosis, sub-acute and chronic specific and non-specific musculoskeletal pain / injuries;

Neurological / Neuromuscular – Stroke, spinal cord injury, acquired brain injury, Parkinson’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis;

Other – Cancers, Depression, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.

Appointments

To make an appointment, give us a call on 9752 4174 or book online.

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Busselton Physiotherapy CentreNovember 19, 2019 at 6:14pm

Today is International Men's Day. This year's theme is 'Men Leading By Example' and that's something we can get behind at the Man Walk.

#internationalmensday #celebratemen

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Busselton Physiotherapy CentreNovember 18, 2019 at 10:29am

Helping ensure our children and grandchildren are active and remain active for life. This is the topic for the Man Chat at The Goose Beach Bar + Kitchen following next weeks The Man Walk Busselton. Departing from the foot of the Busselton Jetty at 6.30am every Monday. All fellas welcome.
Greg Wood, local Man Walk champion is uniquely experienced to talk about the importance and approaches to getting then keeping your children or grandchildren fit and active for life. Greg has been the Assistant Director for Participation with Sport Australia. He has also had roles with the Clontarf Academy in regional WA and been an outdoor education teacher. His current role is as the regional lead for southern WA for Tennis West.
Being active from early in life sets the pattern for a raft of lasting physical, mental and social benefits. Join the walk then conversation to be part of this positive environment for men in our community to be active, connected and talk, including talking about health matters.

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Busselton Physiotherapy CentreNovember 12, 2019 at 11:26am

Congratulations to the CinefestOZ team winning Gold in the Events category at the WA Tourism Council Awards for the second consecutive year. After achieving Silver at the subsequent national Tourism Awards let's go one better this year! Great results also for the Busselton Jetty and Jetty Swim on the night. Go Busselton.

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Busselton Physiotherapy CentreNovember 11, 2019 at 7:09pm

Enjoyable walk again this morning for the Man Walk Busselton group. Supporting Men's activation and connection in the local community.

Great to hear from Les Howes over coffee at the Goose after the walk highlighting the work of the Prostate Cancer support group in Busselton.

The group meet at the People Place in Kent St every second Monday from 7pm.

There is such a lot happening in our community in support of men's health. The group are keen to help everyone in our community access the services and support that is out there.

Come and join the group for next week's walk 6.30am Mondays at the foot of the jetty. No fees. All fellas welcome.

https://www.prostate.org.au/support/list-of-support-groups/wa-support-groups/busselton-pcsg/

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