Physiology

Physiology

Exercise Physiologist’s specialise in the area of exercise prescription; catering to the prevention & management of chronic disease & injuries. A combination of cardiovascular exercise, strength training, balance, core stability exercises and hydrotherapy, may be included within your exercise program.

Parkwood Green Medical provides the services of specialists with experience in a vast range of physical activity and support for patients with a range of conditions which include, but is not limited to the following:

Musculoskeletal injuries e.g. tennis elbow/hamstring injuries, diabetes (type 1 & 2), high blood pressure, obesity, high cholesterol & high blood sugar, metabolic syndrome, back & neck pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, falls in older adults, multiple sclerosis, asthma, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), stroke, heart conditions, depression, cancer.

SERVICES INCLUDE:

• Lifestyle Assessment & Education
• Musculoskeletal Assessment & Exercise Testing
• Exercise Programming (gym based & home exercise programs)
• Medicare/EPC’s, Private Health Funds, TAC, WorkCover, DVA Accepted

Marleen Ciappara (B. App Sci Human Movement, Post. Grad. Dip. Ex Rehabilitation)

Marleen Ciappara is an accredited Exercise Physiologist with the Australian Association of Exercise and Sports Science (AAESS). Since graduating from RMIT University in 2001 with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Movement, Marleen has worked at Yooralla prescribing gym, pool, and home exercise programs for people with disabilities. Marleen also completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Exercise Rehabilitation in 2003. She specialises in exercise prescription for the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal injury, chronic pain and chronic disease such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and arthritis, as well as weight loss.