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Prehabilitation & Rehabilitation Services at Achieve Exercise Physiologists

Our Prehabilitation and Rehabilitation Services provide comprehensive care before and after surgery or medical treatments to optimise your recovery, improve function, and reduce complications. Whether you’re preparing for an elective procedure or recovering from surgery, injury, or illness, our personalised, evidence-based programs support your strength, mobility, and overall health every step of the way.

What We Support:

• Prehabilitation:

  • Preparation for elective surgeries (orthopaedic, cardiac, cancer-related, abdominal)

  • Preoperative strength, cardiovascular conditioning, and mobility enhancement

  • Lifestyle optimisation including nutrition, smoking cessation, and stress reduction

  • Psychological readiness and anxiety management

  • Chronic disease management to reduce surgical risks

  • Fall prevention and balance improvement

• Rehabilitation:

  • Post-surgical recovery and functional restoration

  • Injury rehabilitation including:

    • Joint replacements (hip, knee, shoulder)

    • ACL and other ligament repairs

    • Rotator cuff and tendon injuries

    • Fractures and bone healing

    • Muscle strains and tears

    • Sports-related injuries and overuse syndromes

    • Neurological rehabilitation (stroke, nerve injuries)

  • Pain management and scar tissue mobilisation

  • Mobility, strength, flexibility, and balance retraining

  • Return to work, sport, and daily activities

  • Management of chronic conditions impacting recovery (e.g., arthritis, diabetes)

Our Approach & Strategies:

• Comprehensive Assessments: In-depth evaluation of fitness, strength, mobility, pain, and psychological wellbeing to tailor your program pre- and post-surgery.

• Personalised Exercise Programs: Combining aerobic conditioning, resistance training, flexibility work, Pilates-based core strengthening, and functional movement tailored to your goals and health status.

• Education & Lifestyle Support: Guidance on nutrition, medication adherence, sleep hygiene, stress management, and injury prevention for holistic recovery.

• Psychological Support: Relaxation techniques, motivational coaching, and goal-setting to manage anxiety and promote positive mindset throughout recovery.

• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Coordinated care with surgeons, physiotherapists, dietitians, GPs, and other specialists to ensure seamless treatment.

• Ongoing Monitoring & Adaptation: Regular progress reviews to adjust programs, address challenges, and maximise recovery outcomes.

Relevant Equipment We Use:

• Cardiovascular Training: Treadmills, stationary bikes, and elliptical trainers for safe aerobic conditioning and endurance building.

• Strength & Resistance Tools: Free weights, resistance bands, and machines to rebuild muscle strength and endurance.

• Flexibility & Mobility Aids: Foam rollers, stretch bands, Pilates reformers, and mats to improve joint range and core stability.

• Balance & Stability Devices: Balance boards, wobble cushions, and stability balls to enhance neuromuscular control and reduce fall risk.

• Functional Training Equipment: Steps, cones, and bodyweight exercise setups for practising daily activities and sport-specific movements.

Why Choose Achieve?

✔️ University-qualified Exercise Physiologists specialised in prehabilitation and rehabilitation
✔️ Evidence-based, individualised programs designed for optimal surgical preparation and recovery
✔️ Holistic care addressing physical, psychological, and lifestyle factors
✔️ Flexible delivery including in-clinic, home-based, and telehealth consultations
✔️ Collaborative, patient-centred approach working with your healthcare team for seamless care

Prehabilitation is offered at all our locations – Our Locations

Contact us today to find out more or book your initial assessment with our Accredited Exercise Physiologist.

Men’s Health Services at Achieve Exercise Physiologists

At Achieve Exercise Physiologists, we provide tailored support for general men’s health as well as more specialised men’s health concerns, using evidence-based exercise prescription to help you improve strength, energy, and long-term health outcomes. Whether you’re simply looking to get fitter and stronger or managing a chronic condition or recovery process, our qualified team delivers personalised programs to meet your needs at every stage of life.

What We Support:

General Men’s Health:

• Strength and fitness training

• Cardiovascular health and aerobic capacity

• Weight loss and body composition improvement

• Stress reduction, energy levels, and mood enhancement

• Healthy ageing and physical function maintenance

• Core strength, flexibility, and joint mobility

Specialised Men’s Health:

• Chronic conditions: Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, heart disease

• Prostate cancer: Pre/post-surgery rehab, managing androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) side effects (e.g. muscle loss, bone health, fatigue)

• Mental health: Support for depression, anxiety, stress, low motivation, and burnout through physical activity and behaviour change

• Andropause / Low testosterone: Exercise strategies to support muscle mass, energy, metabolism, and mental wellbeing

• Musculoskeletal pain/injury: Osteoarthritis, back and joint pain, tendon and ligament injuries

• Bone density: Exercise to manage and prevent osteoporosis, especially after hormonal therapy or age-related bone loss

• Falls prevention and mobility: For older adults and post-surgical patients

• Return to sport, work or daily function after injury or illness

Our Approach & Strategies:

• Comprehensive Initial Assessment: Health screening, physical testing, and goal-setting based on your lifestyle, medical background, and preferences

• Individualised Exercise Prescription: Strength training, cardiovascular fitness, mobility, Pilates-based core work, and flexibility exercises tailored to your specific goals and risk factors

• Evidence-Based Prostate Cancer Support: Exercise to mitigate muscle wasting, support bone health, and reduce fatigue during or after cancer treatment

• Mental Health Integration: Structured programs that support emotional wellbeing, improve self-confidence, and reduce stress through regular movement

• Lifestyle Coaching: Behaviour change support in areas such as sleep, nutrition, alcohol intake, physical activity, and long-term health habits

• Progress Reviews & Adjustments: Regular reviews to track progress, adapt programming, and report back to GPs or specialists as required

• Flexible Delivery Options: In-clinic, telehealth, home-based and group exercise programs available

Our Equipment: Clinical-Grade Tools for Safe, Effective Results

We use high-quality, commercial and clinical-standard equipment to support men’s health, rehab, and performance goals:

• Strength & Conditioning Tools: Dumbbells, barbells, resistance bands, squat racks, and cable machines for progressive strength development

• Cardio Equipment: Air bikes, rowers, treadmills, and cross-trainers for heart health and fat burning

• Core & Stability Training: Pilates reformers, balance boards, foam rollers, and wobble cushions

• Functional Fitness Gear: Agility ladders, sleds, cones, plyo boxes, and battle ropes for mobility, power, and sport-specific rehab

• Recovery & Rehab Tools: Trigger point devices, mobility aids, stretch bands, and rehab-focused accessories for pain relief and joint support

Group Classes for Men

Our Men’s Health Group Classes offer a motivating, structured, and social environment for building strength, managing health conditions, and forming sustainable habits.

These classes are ideal for:

• General fitness and weight management

• Post-surgery rehab and injury recovery

• Mental wellbeing and stress management

• Cardiometabolic health and chronic condition support

• Strength and balance training for older men

Classes are adapted to suit all levels of ability and run in 6–8 week cycles. Participants benefit from shared goals, peer support, and expert supervision in every session.

✅ Medicare-rebated classes available under CDMP
✅ Suitable for NDIS participants (self- and plan-managed)

Why Choose Achieve for Men’s Health?

✔️ Experienced, university-qualified Exercise Physiologists
✔️ Tailored programs for both general and specialised men’s health needs
✔️ Safe, supportive environment with top-tier clinical equipment
✔️ Group and individual services in-clinic or via telehealth
✔️ Collaborative communication with GPs, urologists, oncologists, and other healthcare providers
✔️ Medicare, NDIS, private health, and DVA options available

Men’s health is offered at all our locations – Our Locations

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Musculoskeletal Services at Achieve Exercise Physiologists

Our Musculoskeletal Services are designed to help you recover from injury, manage chronic pain, and improve your strength, mobility, and function. Whether you’re dealing with back pain, joint injuries, arthritis, post-surgical rehabilitation, or muscular imbalances, our expert Exercise Physiologists create personalised programs that promote healing and enhance long-term musculoskeletal health.

What We Treat:

• Back and neck pain

• Joint conditions (arthritis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis)

• Sports and overuse injuries

• Post-surgical rehabilitation (e.g., joint replacements, tendon repairs)

• Tendinopathies and muscle strains

• Postural dysfunction and biomechanical imbalances

• Chronic pain conditions affecting muscles and joints

Our Approach & Strategies:

• Comprehensive Assessments: Detailed musculoskeletal screening, movement analysis, strength and flexibility testing, and pain evaluation to develop targeted interventions.

• Individualised Exercise Programs: Strength training, mobility exercises, flexibility routines, and functional movement training tailored to your condition and goals.

• Manual Techniques: Where applicable, soft tissue mobilization and guided stretching to relieve tightness and improve range of motion.

• Education & Pain Management: Evidence-based advice on posture, ergonomics, activity modification, and self-management strategies to reduce flare-ups and improve daily function.

• Progressive Loading: Graduated resistance training to rebuild strength and prevent injury recurrence, carefully adjusted based on tolerance and recovery.

• Balance & Proprioception Training: Exercises to improve coordination and reduce fall risk, especially important for older adults or those recovering from injury.

Relevant Equipment We Use:

• Resistance Machines & Free Weights: To safely and effectively build muscular strength and endurance.

• TheraBands and Resistance Bands: For versatile, low-impact strength training and rehabilitation.

• Foam Rollers & Massage Balls: For myofascial release and muscle relaxation.

• Balance Boards & Stability Balls: To enhance core stability, balance, and proprioception.

• Pilates Equipment: Including reformers and mats, used for controlled strengthening, flexibility, and posture correction.

• Cardio Equipment: Treadmills, stationary bikes, and elliptical trainers for low-impact cardiovascular conditioning and endurance building.

Why Choose Achieve?

✔️ University-qualified Exercise Physiologists specialising in musculoskeletal health
✔️ Evidence-based, personalised rehabilitation plans
✔️ Integration of manual therapy, exercise, and education for holistic care
✔️ Access to a wide range of specialised equipment tailored to your recovery
✔️ Ongoing monitoring, reassessment, and program adaptation to ensure progress and prevent setbacks

Musculoskeletal is offered at all our locations – Our Locations

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Women’s Health Services

At Achieve Exercise Physiologists, we specialise in evidence-based exercise programs tailored specifically for women’s unique health needs across all life stages. Whether you’re navigating hormonal changes, preparing for or recovering from pregnancy, managing pelvic floor issues, or seeking to improve overall strength and wellbeing, our personalised approach helps you achieve sustainable health outcomes.

What We Support:

• Hormonal Health: Management of PCOS, menopause symptoms (hot flushes, sleep disturbances), menstrual cycle-related challenges

• Pregnancy & Postnatal Care: Safe prenatal fitness, pelvic floor strengthening, core stability, and postnatal rehabilitation to restore function and reduce discomfort

• Pelvic Floor Health: Assessment and treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction, urinary incontinence, prolapse, and pelvic pain

• Bone Health: Targeted resistance and impact training to prevent or manage osteoporosis and osteopenia

• Chronic Pain & Fatigue: Tailored support for conditions such as fibromyalgia, endometriosis, and persistent fatigue

• General Fitness & Wellbeing: Strength, flexibility, balance, cardiovascular health, and weight management customized for women’s needs

Our Approach:

• Comprehensive Assessments: Detailed health history, pelvic floor screening, musculoskeletal evaluation, and fitness testing to create your personalised plan

• Tailored Exercise Programs: Incorporating aerobic exercise, strength training, mobility work, and Pilates-based rehabilitation focusing on core stability, posture, and pelvic floor engagement

• Pilates: Utilised as a low-impact, controlled movement method to improve flexibility, balance, spinal alignment, and strengthen deep core muscles essential for pelvic health and injury prevention

• Flexible Delivery: Choose from in-clinic consultations, telehealth sessions, or home-based programs to suit your lifestyle

• Education & Support: Empowering you with knowledge about your body, hormonal health, pain management, and self-care strategies

• Collaborative Care: Working alongside your GP, pelvic floor physiotherapist, obstetrician, dietitian, or other specialists to ensure integrated support

• Supportive Environment: Compassionate, personalised care that listens and adapts to your evolving needs

Why Choose Achieve?

✔️ University-qualified Exercise Physiologists with women’s health expertise
✔️ NDIS Registered, supporting women with complex health needs
✔️ Evidence-based, goal-driven programs designed for long-term results
✔️ Incorporation of Pilates and therapeutic exercise for holistic wellbeing
✔️ Flexible and accessible services tailored to you

Womens Health is offered at all our locations – Our Locations

Contact us today to find out more or book your initial assessment with our Accredited Exercise Physiologist.

Women’s Health – Specialised Services

Expert Exercise Physiology for Pelvic Health, Pregnancy, Postpartum & Hormonal Conditions
Available exclusively at Achieve Townsville

At Achieve Exercise Physiologists, we offer a dedicated range of Specialised Women’s Health Exercise Physiology services tailored to support women through key life stages and complex health conditions. These services are delivered exclusively at our Townsville clinics by ESSA-accredited Exercise Physiologists with advanced training in women’s and pelvic health.

Our programs are designed to promote safe movement, restore pelvic floor and core function, and support women navigating pregnancy, postnatal recovery, menopause, and chronic pelvic conditions—all in a compassionate, private, and clinically supervised environment.

What We Offer

• 🤰 Pregnancy & Postnatal Exercise
  Customised exercise for every stage of pregnancy and recovery, supporting:
  – Core and pelvic floor function
  – Diastasis recti and C-section recovery
  – Postural alignment
  – Return to exercise and movement confidence

• 🧘‍♀️ Pelvic Floor & Continence Support
  Evidence-based programs to address:
  – Urinary incontinence and urgency
  – Pelvic organ prolapse
  – Chronic pelvic pain and tension
  – Core dysfunction or instability

• 🔁 Menopause & Perimenopause Exercise Therapy
  Safe, progressive exercise to manage:
  – Hormonal changes and fatigue
  – Osteopenia and osteoporosis
  – Joint pain and body composition changes
  – Cardiovascular and emotional wellbeing

• ⚕️ Support for Complex Women’s Health Conditions
  Exercise management for:
  – Endometriosis
  – PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)
  – Breast cancer recovery and fatigue
  – Gynaecological surgery rehab

• 🧑‍⚕️ Collaborative, Whole-Body Approach
  We work alongside pelvic floor physiotherapists, GPs, gynaecologists, and other allied health professionals for integrated, client-centred care.

Service Delivery Options – Townsville Only

• 🧍‍♀️ One-on-one appointments in private clinical spaces

• 🧘‍♀️ Access to our Townsville studio, with Pilates reformers, resistance equipment, and pelvic floor-safe tools

• 📝 Full assessment, reporting, and progress tracking

• 🏡 Home visits available in select suburbs (upon request and clinical suitability)

Why Choose Achieve’s Specialised Women’s Health Services in Townsville?

✅ Delivered by ESSA-accredited Exercise Physiologists with women’s health expertise
✅ Safe, welcoming environment focused on privacy, strength, and recovery
✅ Personalised care for every stage of life and condition
✅ Available to private clients, NDIS participants, EPC, and DVA referrals where appropriate

Note: These specialised women’s health services are currently available exclusively at our Achieve clinics in Townsville (Thuringowa & Deeragun).

If you’re in the Townsville region and looking for expert support in pregnancy, postpartum, pelvic floor, or hormonal health—Achieve is here to support you every step of the way.

Mental Health Support Through Movement-Based Therapy

At Achieve Exercise Physiologists, we recognise the strong connection between physical activity and mental wellbeing.

Our Mental Health Support Services are designed to improve psychological wellbeing through evidence-based, personalised exercise programs that help reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, chronic stress, and mood disorders. Combining physical activity, education, and behavioural strategies, we empower you to boost mood, increase energy levels, enhance cognitive function, and build long-term resilience and mental health.

What We Support:

• Anxiety and depression management

• Stress reduction, emotional regulation, and coping skills

• Mood disorders, chronic fatigue, and burnout recovery

• Trauma recovery and mental health rehabilitation

• Sleep quality improvement and insomnia support

• Cognitive function enhancement and brain health

• Motivation, self-efficacy, and behavioural activation

• Lifestyle modification for holistic mental wellness

Our Approach & Strategies:

• Comprehensive Mental Health & Fitness Assessments: Detailed evaluation of psychological history, physical capacity, lifestyle, and social factors to develop personalised care plans.

• Tailored Exercise Programs: Incorporating aerobic exercise, resistance training, Pilates, yoga-inspired mindfulness movement, and graded activity therapy to improve neurochemical balance and reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms.

• Behavioural Support & Psychoeducation: Goal-setting, stress management techniques, relaxation training, sleep hygiene coaching, and mindfulness education integrated with physical activity.

• Collaborative Multidisciplinary Care: Close coordination with GPs, psychologists, psychiatrists, counsellors, and allied health professionals to support comprehensive mental health treatment.

• Motivational Interviewing & Coaching: Strategies to overcome barriers, increase adherence, build confidence, and promote sustainable lifestyle changes.

• Regular Monitoring & Outcome Tracking: Progress reviews focusing on mood tracking, energy levels, functional capacity, and overall mental wellbeing.

Relevant Equipment We Use:

• Cardiovascular Training Equipment: Treadmills, stationary bikes, and ellipticals for aerobic fitness and mood enhancement.

• Strength Training Tools: Free weights, resistance bands, weight machines to build muscular strength, endurance, and self-confidence.

• Mindfulness & Relaxation Tools: Yoga mats, Pilates reformers, balance balls, and guided breathing tools for stress reduction and body-mind awareness.

• Balance and Coordination Devices: Stability boards, foam rollers, and proprioceptive tools to support neuromuscular control and physical confidence.

• Wearable Fitness Technology: Heart rate monitors, pedometers, and activity trackers to encourage self-monitoring and motivation.

Why Choose Achieve?

✔️ University-qualified Exercise Physiologists with expertise in mental health and physical rehabilitation
✔️ Evidence-based, holistic mental health and wellness programs
✔️ Flexible delivery via in-clinic, home-based, and telehealth consultations
✔️ Collaborative care with your broader healthcare team
✔️ Compassionate, personalised support focused on mental resilience, emotional wellbeing, and improved quality of life.

Whether delivered one-on-one or in small groups, in-clinic or via telehealth, our focus is on creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to move, build confidence, and take steps toward improved mental wellbeing.

Falls Prevention and Balance Retraining

Falls Prevention & Balance Training at Achieve Exercise Physiologists

Our Falls Prevention and Balance Training programs are designed to help reduce the risk of falls, improve stability, and enhance confidence in movement—especially for older adults or those with neurological or musculoskeletal conditions. Through tailored exercise and functional training, we aim to improve your strength, coordination, and reaction time, supporting safer daily activities and long-term independence.

What We Address:

• Fall risk due to aging, frailty, or chronic conditions

• Balance impairments from neurological disorders (e.g., Parkinson’s, stroke)

• Muscle weakness and decreased proprioception

• Postural instability and dizziness-related issues

• Recovery after falls or related injuries

• Fear of falling impacting mobility and quality of life

Our Approach & Strategies:

• Comprehensive Balance Assessments: Detailed evaluation of postural control, gait analysis, strength, and sensory integration to identify specific risk factors.

• Individualised Exercise Programs: Strength, balance, coordination, and agility exercises designed to progressively challenge your stability and reduce fall risk.

• Functional Training: Real-life movement practice such as sit-to-stand, stair climbing, and obstacle negotiation to improve daily function.

• Vestibular Rehabilitation: For those experiencing dizziness or vertigo, specific exercises to retrain the vestibular system and improve balance.

• Education & Environment Modification: Advice on home safety, assistive devices, and behavioural strategies to minimise fall hazards.

• Confidence Building: Psychological support to overcome fear of falling, promoting greater independence and activity participation.

Relevant Equipment We Use:

• Balance Boards & Wobble Cushions: To challenge and improve postural control and proprioception.

• Stability Balls & Foam Pads: For core strengthening and dynamic balance exercises.

• Resistance Bands & Free Weights: To improve lower limb strength critical for balance.

• Gait Training Tools: Parallel bars, treadmills, and walking aids used to enhance safe and effective walking patterns.

• Sensory Training Devices: Equipment to stimulate sensory inputs such as vision and vestibular systems.

• Functional Mobility Tools: Steps, cones, and obstacles to practice real-world movement challenges.

Why Choose Achieve?

✔️ University-qualified Exercise Physiologists specialising in falls prevention and balance
✔️ Evidence-based, personalised programs targeting your specific risk factors
✔️ Holistic care combining exercise, education, and environmental strategies
✔️ Access to specialised equipment and tailored functional training
✔️ Supportive approach focused on increasing your independence and confidence