What is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP)?
By Shae Phipps
25/05/2021
An Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) is a university trained allied health professional with extensive training in the prescription and delivery of individualised physical activity programs in order to manage or prevent chronic diseases or injuries.
During an appointment with an AEP, you can expect:
- Assessments of your functional capacity
- Health education on management strategies for your particular circumstance, lifestyle modifications to improve your health status, and much more
- Tailored exercise prescription for strength and function improvement
- Supervised exercise during your appointment to ensure correct movement technique with exercise modification as required
- An individualised exercise program for you to complete at home between appointments.
What is the difference between a Physiotherapist and an EP?
Both are allied health professionals with a minimum of four years of university study, however the main point of differences is their treatment modalities. Physiotherapists are trained to diagnose, assess, and treat acute and chronic injuries across an active (exercises) and passive (hands on) treatment modality. AEPs are trained in exercises as treatment for acute and chronic injuries through active (exercises) treatment modalities.
Both Physiotherapists and AEPs aim at returning you to pre-injury capacity and preventing an injury from reoccurring.
How do I pay for my EP appointment?
Exercise Physiology services are covered by the following schemes: Medicare, most private health insurances, NDIS, Workcover, DVA, and CTP. A gap payment may be applicable on Medicare and private health insurance claims.
When is Shae available?
Shae is available for both 1:1 consultations and group classes on Wednesdays.
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