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An Exercise Physiologist improves the general fitness (strength, cardiovascular, flexibility and posture) of a patient who has become deconditioned due to their spinal condition or musculoskeletal injury.
Exercise physiologists have post graduate university qualifications in exercise therapy for individuals recovering from injury, pre or post operatively, or to assist in chronic medical conditions such as Diabetes.
Most patients are keen to improve their quality of life through exercise, but most will lack the knowledge, structure and guidance to start. An Exercise Physiologist such can instil confidence through education so the deconditioning process is reversed without making the injury worse.
For patients with private health insurance, , please check with your health fund to see if you are covered for exercise physiology. Workcover may also cover fees, with prior approval from insurer. Please speak to your treating practitioner or phone 9596 7211 for further information.
| Jo Charge |
Accredited Exercise Physiologist |
Jo completed both her undergraduate and postgraduate studies at the Australian Catholic University in Melbourne. Upon graduating, Jo commenced work as a clinical Exercise Physiologist in a community health centre. During this time, Jo gained experience with patients with a range of chronic conditions. This has developed Jo’s strong interest in chronic musculoskeletal conditions, including Fibromyalgia.
This lead to a role as a Health Educator at Arthritis Victoria, where Jo has enjoyed educating the community about living with chronic musculoskeletal conditions, and ways to improve their quality of life. Jo has drawn on her experience as an Exercise Physiologist, to educate about safe and effective exercise when living with a chronic musculoskeletal condition and added benefits that exercise can bring.
Jo is currently completing her studies to become a qualified yoga teacher, to be able to offer yoga as part of her sessions to help her client's improve their health and wellbeing.
Jo is an experienced runner, and recently completed the New York City marathon in 2011, after 10 months of intensive training.
Interests include: Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Fibromyalgia |