As many of us know, heart disease also known as (CVD cardiovascular disease) is the leading cause of death in Australia and can be largely due to a lack of physical activity.
Individuals with other chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and obesity are at a higher risk of developing CVD. Another fact is that many of these conditions can be improved and managed with regular exercise.
How can exercise actually help people with heart disease?
– Assist in managing weight or helping with weight loss
– Strengthening the heart muscle to make it work more efficiently
– Lowering blood pressure and cholesterol
– Regulating blood sugar levels in diabetics
– Helps to prevent the blood vessels from narrowing further
– Contributing to a healthier mental well-being and better quality of life
How can a tailored exercise program help me?
What we all term as ‘cardio’ exercise essentially improves the body’s ability to utilise oxygen efficiently so it can produce energy for movement. A customised & tailored exercise program for someone with CVD may incorporate low to moderate cardio activity as well as specialised low intensity weight training to ensure the patient is strong enough to perform daily activities as reduced strength is often associated with CVD sufferers.
The team at Progressive Sports & Spinal Physiotherapy offer completely tailored and customised exercise physiology services depending on each patient’s needs & requirements. We can create a safe and suitable exercise program that takes into account your specific needs and goals. Our clinic focuses on evidence based treatments to maximise our patient’s outcomes.
Before beginning any exercise program, it’s very important to talk with and seek advice from a health professional before getting started. The team at Progressive Sports & Spinal Physiotherapy can also provide exercise physiology services under medicare.
Talk to our experienced team if you have any questions
If you, a family member or a friend have a chronic condition such as heart disease, we would be more than happy to answer any questions or queries you may have in regards to our exercise physiology services. Feel free to contact the clinic today for more information by calling (02) 4721 7798 or by emailing info@progressiverehab.com.au
At Progressive Sports and Spinal Physiotherapy Penrith, we are able to assess, treat, educate and manage all musculoskeletal injuries. We focus on hands-on treatment, exercise prescription and self management techniques tailored to your specific needs. We utilise evidence based treatments to maximise your outcomes.
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Elin, is an alumni of St. Edward’s University and holder of a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, furthered her academic journey by attaining a Doctor of Physiotherapy from Macquarie University in 2022.
Her passion for sports, particularly football (soccer), is evident in both her academic pursuits and personal endeavors. Specialising in the comprehensive well-being of athletes, Elin focuses on restoring them to peak performance while actively preventing future injuries.
Elin’s professional expertise is centered on musculoskeletal rehabilitation, with a specific emphasis on addressing and preventing knee injuries. Her approach integrates expert treatment with a commitment to educating and empowering patients, fostering their active involvement in enhancing their health and overall quality of life.
As an active participant in NPL football with SD Raiders, Elin brings firsthand experience and a profound understanding of the sport’s demands. Beyond the field, she extends her influence by contributing sports coverage over the weekends.
Christopher (Chris) Han graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, and then completed the Doctor of Physiotherapy program at Macquarie University in 2018. Chris is currently undertaking his PhD at the University of Sydney and Institute for Musculoskeletal Health in the field of low back pain and is due to complete this in early 2024.
Chris is currently an assistant Physiotherapist for the NRL Referees. Chris has previous experience as the head Physiotherapist at Panthers Premier League Netball and a number of elite sporting athletes in the private setting.
Through Chris’ experiences, he has a particular interest in all areas of the body and musculoskeletal physiotherapy, sports, vestibular rehabilitation, and Men’s Health (pre and post prostate surgery).
Suzanne graduated from Western Sydney University with a Bachelor of Health Science (Sports and Exercise Science) in 2015. She then went on to continue her studies at Macquarie University graduating from the Doctor of Physiotherapy post-graduate degree in June 2019.
Since graduating, Suzanne has worked in the local Penrith area in both private practice and Sports Physiotherapy. Suzanne has worked with sporting teams including Penrith District Netball Association, Mt Druitt Rangers (NPL), Penrith Valley Figure Skating Club, and local dance and cheer schools.
Suzanne has a particular interest in working with artistic athletes including cheerleaders and dancers. She has a professional background in both cheer and dance and has previously worked as both a cheer coach and dance teacher. Suzanne’s previous experiences are an invaluable resource to her as a physiotherapist, as she has a thorough understanding of the level of physical fitness and skill acquisition that these athletes must have in order to be successful on stage and in competition.
Suzanne’s other areas of clinical interest reside in lower limb musculoskeletal injuries, spinal pathologies and women’s health.
Nathanial graduated as a physiotherapist in 2012 which saw him work in private practice and hospital settings gaining experience in all areas of physiotherapy including hand therapy, splinting/casting, pre/post-operative care, Men’s Health and general musculoskeletal, occupational and sports physiotherapy. Since then he has gone on to complete further studies in physiotherapy enabling him to be the only dual titled Musculoskeletal, Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist in Penrith.
Nathanial has a strong background in sports physiotherapy achieving accreditation with NSWIS as a service provider and working with many elite sports teams.
Nathanial has a particular interest in working with elite athletes, complex cases and in particular assessment and management of knee, hip and shoulder pain.
Andrea graduated from the Australian Catholic University completing her Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science in 2018 and Master’s of Clinical Exercise Physiology in 2020. After graduating she attained accreditation with ESSA as an Exercise Physiologist.
During her studies she gained clinical experience in both hospital and private practice settings, in cardiac rehabilitation, neurological conditions, cancer and chronic musculoskeletal injuries.
Since working at Progressive, Andrea has a specialist interest in treating musculoskeletal injuries, helping people in the mid-late stage of rehab to get them to return to sport or work. As well as helping people manage chronic conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis and diabetes.