Chinese-speaking exercise physiologists in Sydney

Exercise physiologists design exercise programs for your condition — to help you recover from injury and to manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and arthritis.

What is an exercise physiologist?

An Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) has completed a relevant exercise science degree and is accredited by Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA). They use tailored exercise for rehab and managing chronic conditions. The profession isn't registered with Ahpra.

What an exercise physiologist does

Exercise programs for chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and arthritis
Exercise rehab after injury or surgery
Guidance on safe, suitable exercise intensity

How they differ from similar roles

Personal trainers work with healthy people and have no clinical qualification. Physios assess and use hands-on treatment; exercise physiologists mainly use exercise itself as the treatment.

When to see an exercise physiologist

Getting back to fitness after injury or surgery
Exercising safely with a chronic condition

How Extras usually pays

Typical price $90–$130; Extras typically pays $30–$60 (per follow-up visit).

（Estimate only — your insurer has the final say）

Some policies cover exercise physiology, sometimes within the physio-type limit. Check your policy.

Prices and rebates for Back, neck & sports injuries

Qualifications and registration

Exercise physiologists aren't Ahpra-registered; they're usually accredited by ESSA (Exercise & Sports Science Australia). Insurers usually require that accreditation.

Good to know

With a chronic condition, your GP may be able to refer you through Medicare.

This page is general information, not medical advice. Please follow your practitioner's professional advice about treatment.