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Timica Hawkins
Hi, I’m Timica Hawkins- an Exercise Physiologist for Active Ability. For the last 12 months I have called the Sunshine Coast home....
How does a dietitian help weight loss
How a dietitian can help with weight loss for people with disability Achieving or maintaining a healthy weight is vital for enjoying the...
Philip Fourie
Hi there, my name is Philip Fourie, an Exercise Physiologist for Active Ability. I have recently graduated from the University of the...
Maddie Cornwall
Hi, I’m Maddie Cornwall, and I am a Dietitian! I am a new and enthusiastic addition to the active ability team on the Sunshine Coast. Born...
Exercise for Muscular Dystrophy
Starting Early: Exercise for Muscular Dystrophy Christian is a 20-year-old man who regularly goes out with his friends, works hard at his...
Does Mental Health Affect Physical Health
Does mental health affect physical health? Working within the NDIS means that Active Ability exercise physiologists provide exercise-based...
What neurological conditions cause fatigue
What neurological conditions cause fatigue? Fatigue is a very common problem, causing approximately 1.5 million Australians to see their...
Exercise and Nutrition for Down Syndrome; about Bonnie and her success!
Meet Bonnie, a young woman who loves getting her nails done, going shopping, watching Netflix, catching up with her best friend and all...
Gait training exercise programs for children or adults with cerebral palsy
Exercise physiology is often the first step when it comes to supporting someone with cerebral palsy. Exercise is beneficial to all people,...
Rethinking ‘Exercises for Disabled Adults’
Doctors and other health professionals (like our exercise physiologists here at Active Ability) often recommend that people with...
Stephanie Phillips | NDIS Registered Physiotherapist
Stephanie is Active Ability’s senior physiotherapist. She is a country girl at heart and is looking forward to working with you!
NDIS and Autism Diet
Historically individuals with autism have been described as “picky eaters” which ultimately results in those living with autism being isolated and stigmatised.
COVID-19 Updated Statement for Allied Health Services
Active Ability would like to provide our clients and their stakeholders with updated information surrounding our proactive approach to preventing the spread of this virus.
Farran Gordon | Accredited Dietitian Eastern Suburbs & Sutherland Shire
Farran Gordon is Active Ability’s newest mobile dietitian; providing disability-specific dietetic services in the Eastern Suburbs, Sutherland Shire and Inner West of Sydney.
Intellectual Disability and Online Exercise Services
The Benefits of Exercising Daily and Receiving NDIS Exercise Physiology Services Online
Active Ability’s Welcome Pack
Active Ability provides a Welcome Pack; to provide the answers to your important questions, prior to your first appointment.
When should I refer to a physiotherapist for a mobility assessment?
As a general rule, a physiotherapy referral is indicated if you or an individual you support has had a significant decline in activity levels.
Phoebe Young | Accredited Exercise Physiologist Wollongong
We’d like to introduce Phoebe Young, our Exercise Physiologist in Wollongong!