Is Exercise Physiology Covered by my NDIS Plan?
Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living
Our services can be funded under this category to help you build functional skills and increase independence in daily life.
This includes therapy-based Exercise Physiology that supports safer movement at home, daily task participation, and reduced reliance on support; delivered by an Accredited Exercise Physiologist.
Capacity Building – Improved Health & Wellbeing
Our services can be funded under this category to support your physical health, strength, and participation in an active lifestyle.
This includes fitness-focused Exercise Physiology programs that boost energy, mobility, and confidence through safe, goal-orientated movement; delivered by an Accredited Exercise Physiologist.
Core – Transport
Our services can be funded under this category to support you with reliable and supportive travel services to and from your exercise physiology programs.
Greater Health can provide a qualified Support Worker to assist with transportation when requested.
Goal-based Exercise Physiology
- Individualized, evidence-based exercise programs
- Designed to improve your strength, mobility, endurance, and functional capacity
- Tailored to your goals, abilities, and NDIS plan
- Suitable for chronic health conditions, injury recovery, and disability support
Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA) Report
- Comprehensive evaluation of your mobility, strength, balance, and how you perform daily-living tasks
- Evidence-based outcome measures to support your plan reviews and funding requests
- Conducted in your home, community setting, or local consulting office for real-world relevance
- Clear, goal-oriented recommendations and therapy roadmap
Hydrotherapy
- Low-impact exercise in warm water (depending on your preference) to reduce pain and joint stress
- Improves your strength, flexibility, balance, and confidence in movement
- Ideal for neurological, musculoskeletal, and post-operative conditions
- Delivered at accessible pools with hoist or ramp entry
Pain, Fatigue & Mental Health Management
- Graded activity programs to build tolerance without flare-ups
- Energy-pacing strategies for chronic fatigue or POTS
- Movement-based techniques to support mental health and reduce anxiety
- Education on self-management and daily routine optimization
Falls Prevention / Balance Training
- Targeted lower-limb and core strengthening for stability
- Gait, coordination, and reaction-time drills to reduce falls risk
- Home-safety advice and assistive-device education
- Pre- and post-testing to track your progress
Therapeutic Personal Training
- Fitness sessions grounded in clinical EP principles, not generic gym PT
- Focus on functional strength, independence, and community participation
- May include gym, home, or outdoor environments based on your goals
- Behavior-change coaching for long-term adherence
Injury Prevention / Rehab Support
- Return-to-work or sport rehabilitation plans
- Pre-habilitation before surgery to enhance outcomes
- Joint-specific strengthening to prevent re-injury
- Ongoing monitoring and program progression for safe load increase