Allied Health Blog | News & Client Stories
The Combined Effect of Exercise Physiology & Dietetics Support
“I’m Making Healthier Choices by myself” Meet Nicci - one of our fabulous participants who is smashing her goals! Nicci is the perfect...
The Benefits of Telehealth
A word from Kara Foscholo (Director of Active Ability) As a front-line community health provider, COVID-19 is impacting Active Ability’s...
COVID-19 Statement for Allied Health Services
A statement from Kara Foscholo and Amanda Semaan (Directors of Active Ability) In response to the rising health alerts surrounding...
On your marks, get tethered, go! Running a 10km Race with a Vision Impairment
Running 10km may seem like a daunting challenge for most, let alone facing the task with a vision impairment. Meet Emily, who first...
Smart Eating Week – Mindful Eating Awareness
This month we celebrated ‘Smart Eating Week’ 2020. So, when it comes to food and nutrition do you know how to make the right choices for...
NDIS Funding Reports 101: How We Write Our Clear & Successful NDIS Reports
“I also wanted to say how well the report captures the complexity of my disability and its interaction with/impact on my other health...
Inclusion in Sport | INAS Global Games
Did you watch our athletes recently compete at the INAS Global Games in Brisbane last month? If not, you aren’t the only one to have...
Bianca | Accredited Exercise Physiologist Hills District
Qualification: Accredited Exercise Physiologist Bachelor of Exercise Physiology (University of New South Wales) Hi, I’m Bianca and I am...
Disability-related Health Supports as at October 1st, 2019
From the 1st October 2019, the NDIS has implemented major reforms, now providing eligible participants funding for disability-related...
The power of Exercise Physiology and Physiotherapy
As we reach the 5-month mark in Tracey’s current NDIS plan, we would like to take you through some of the successes she has had to date....
Exercise and Empowerment – Meet Louise!
December 3 marks International Day of People with a Disability 2018. This year’s theme encompasses the empowerment of people with...
How Exercise & Exercise Physiology Changed My Life
Ever since I can remember, I have been in a wheelchair. As a young boy I was injured in a horse riding accident. Over time I had to learn...
Easy Tips for Getting Started with Eating Healthier
Wanting to "eat healthier", but not sure where to start? The inside scoop from our dietitian During my studies and as a dietitian, I...
Why Exercise Physiology is Important for People with Disability
Exercise physiology is all about supporting people to achieve better health, function and quality of life using safe and effective...
Benefits of Diet & Exercise for Diabetes
National Diabetes Week runs from 8 July to 14 July. This years’ campaign; “It’s About Time” aims to...
Motivation to Move: Exercise Right Week!
Exercise Right Week is an initiative held every year aiming to bring to the forefront the importance exercise plays in maintaining good...
Exercise Physiology Initial Assessment – What to Expect at Your First Appointment
Before we begin exercise with any client, we always conduct an exercise physiology initial assessment.This is the first...
Superstar Swimmer: Winning Bronze at the Special Olympics Australia Games
My trainer Inez and I. I'm holding the bronze medals I won at the Special Olympics! This year in April, over 1,000 athletes with an...