A hip fracture is a significantly debilitating life event leading to a high risk of death within 5 years of the fall. So, what is happening? Why is the 5 year mortality rate so high and what can be done to prevent it? Approximately 90% of all fractures are the result of a fall. A […]
Exercise Physiology
Goal of exercise physiology
Exercise physiology is the skill of catering specific exercises to aid the recovery and rehabilitation of an individual who has been injured or suffers from a long-term illness. Exercise physiology encompasses exercise rehabilitation, exercise for health and complex medical conditions, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, work conditioning, injury management, postural control and improvements in sports performance. Exercise physiology […]
Exercise Physiology
Exercise physiology is the study of the human body under stress and during exercise and the application of this science to improve the body’s function. Through the delivery of exercise, lifestyle and behavioural modification programs, Exercise Physiologists specialise in the prevention, rehabilitation and management of chronic conditions and musculoskeletal injuries. Exercise Physiologists have completed a […]