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Group Exercise

Group Exercise Overview

Exercise is undeniably one of the most important factors in keeping good health. If it were a pill – every doctor would prescribe it. Exercise underpins the effective physiotherapy management of every condition we as therapists treat. In order to be effective, rehabilitation exercises must be tailored to the individual, their problems, and their capacity to perform the exercise. All too often exercise programs prescribed cannot be adequately conducted in the home, in a standard gym setting, or if clients are unsupervised. For these reasons, OPSMC conducts Physiotherapy Group Exercise (PGE) classes regularly through the week.

PGE programs are carried out in our purpose- built rehabilitation gymnasium, and include exercises drawn from a traditional strength and conditioning repertoire – free and machine weights, Clinical Pilates, exercise for rehabilitation, as well as balance and sports specific movement drills. We accept no more than 4 clients to each instructor per 1 hour class.

All PGE Clients are required to attend an hour one-on-one assessment with one of our Physiotherapists who is qualified in exercise rehabilitation. During this session the Physiotherapist will assess you in order to create a program that is specifically designed to help you achieve your specific goals.

Before you begin attending class you will be required 1-2 half hour one-on-one sessions in order to ensure that you are proficient enough in the exercises to join a class.  Your physiotherapist will also schedule time to reassess your improvement and adjust your program accordingly at the most prudent time.

Conditions suitable for PGE classes include;

  • Spinal pain conditions
  • Shoulder pain
  • Knee pain
  • Hip pain
  • Post operative rehabilitation; Eg; knee, hip, shoulder, spinal rehabilitation
  • Lower back and pelvic girdle pain
  • Postural problems
  • Persistent pain
  • Hypermobility syndromes
  • Rehabilitation after motor vehicle, or work-related accidents
  • Recovery from sports injuries
  • Improve sporting performance
  • Maintain health and wellness during and after pregnancy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Decreased balance and mobility.

Physiotherapy Group exercise programs may be eligible for private health insurance rebate if deemed appropriate upon assessment.

You are not required to have a medical or specialist referral in order to attend Physiotherapy Group Exercise classes.

If you are interested in Physiotherapy Group exercise classes, the first step is to arrange an assessment by one of our group exercise team; please contact our office on 9420 4300.

Group Exercise Timetable

Monday:

  • 11am – 12pm , facilitated by Gary Cairnduff
  • 1pm – 2pm, facilitated by Gary Cairnduff
  • 7pm – 8pm,  facilitated by Mairead Hallissey

Tuesday:

  • 7.30am – 8.30am, facilitated by Gary Cairnduff

Wednesday:

  • 8am – 9am, facilitated by Mairead Hallissey
  • 9am – 10am, facilitated by Mairead Hallissey
  • 11am – 12pm, facilitated by Andrew Hocking

Thursday:

  • 9am – 10am, facilitated by Laura Baquie
  • 10am – 11am,  facilitated by Gary Cairnduff
  • 6.30pm – 7.30pm, facilitated by Gary Cairnduff

Friday:

  • 10am – 11am, facilitated by Gary Cairnduff
  • 12pm – 1pm, facilitated by Gary Cairnduff

Saturday:

  • 9am – 10am, facilitated by Mairead Hallissey
  • 10am – 11am, facilitated by Mairead Hallissey

Class days/times and facilitates subject to change.

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