Exercise for Arthritis at Adelaide Active
Movement and exercise are tonics for our joints and help relieve the effects of arthritis and rheumatological conditions. At Adelaide Active Rehab & Therapy we offer a range of solutions that can be tailored to your specific situation.
Quite often the pain of arthritis makes us avoid exercise, but keeping muscles strong by being active can alleviate the pain and stop the rate of deterioration. That is why exercise is a crucial treatment for your arthritis.
Adelaide Active Rehab & Therapy offers Hydrotherapy as one form of treatment. This is water-based therapy that has been used for centuries in the management of rheumatological conditions and arthritis.
Our consistent 34°C warm water – in conjunction with water’s natural buoyancy, reduced gravity, and therefore reduced loading on joints – allows people with a wide range of rheumatological conditions to achieve many positive benefits in the hydrotherapy pool.
Rheumatological Conditions Treated:
Rheumatological conditions that would benefit from hydrotherapy include:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Ankylosing Arthritis
- Scleroderma
- Mixed connective tissue disease
- Polymyositis
- Dermatomyositis
- Sjögren’s Syndrome
- Fibromyalgia Syndrome
- Lupus
- Osteoporosis
- Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Bursitis
- Tendinitis
Benefits of Hydrotherapy for Arthritis include:
- Decrease in pain & stiffness
- Increase strength and range of movement
- Improve function, such as sit to stand, steps, walking or shoulder hand function
- Improve mood, sleep, sense of well-being and coping
- Manage weight to reduce the load on your joints
- Improve fitness and endurance
How Adelaide Active Rehab & Therapy can help you:
Many patients are concerned that physical activity will make their discomfort worse or harm their joints. However, joints are made to move, and inactivity weakens the muscles. Our therapists will work with you to create a treatment plan, workout routine, and activity schedule that is specific to your requirements.
Our allied health professionals will discuss your current level of activity and any specific issues you are facing and recommend the appropriate pathway forward.
Physiotherapy
The majority of arthritis sufferers benefit greatly from physical therapy as part of their care.
Our physiotherapists assist you in resuming or maintaining an independent, active life at home and at work. They are specialists in analysing movement, and they can also teach you how to take care of your joints.
Our services include land and Water -based Physiotherapy.
Exercise Physiology
Our friendly Exercise Physiologists will tailor your exercise program to your needs, ensuring that you feel comfortable with the exercises and adjusting your program to best suit you.
They can also be with you one on one, or teach you the program for you to work independently in your own time.
Our services include land and Water -based Exercise Physiology.
Aqua Fit Class
If your arthritis is mild to moderate, you may be able to attend our Aqua Fit classes.
Our Aqua Fit classes are supported by our experienced hydrotherapy instructors who can adapt the classes to suit your mobility.
Depending on your needs, our Aqua STS class may be a better starting point before you gradually progress toward more aerobic-focused programs.
Want to find out more?
If you would like to talk to us further about our services, please contact us on 08 7089 6666.
We welcome participants from a range of schemes
NDIS
We work with NDIS participants and support a wide range of presentations. If you want to begin or continue an exercise or rehabilitation program, we can collaborate with you and your support coordinator to provide Physiotherapy or Exercise Physiology services.
Aged Care Packages
We work with the aged care providers to tailor specific services as required. Our Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists deliver programs that attract rebates from health funds or from Medicare through Care Plans.
DVA Specific Programs
With eligible Gold or White card you could be accessing fully funded gym and pool exercise and rehabilitation programs with our Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists. To access our services, we require a signed D904 form from your GP.
MVA & CTP
If you have been injured in a Motor Vehicle accident, we offer Allied Health treatments to help with recovery. We require a referral for treatment from your GP with your claim number from the insurer.
ReturnToWork SA
If you are looking to begin or continue your return to work, we can collaborate with your case manager or any other treating professionals involved in your treatment and recovery. With a valid GP referral our Physiotherapists accept workers compensation claims.
Medicare/Care Plans
People with a defined chronic medical condition are eligible for GP services on the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS). We offer patients bulk-billed Allied Health assessments and sessions to help manage your chronic medical condition/s. We require a referral from completed by your GP.
Private Health
People who have private health may be able to claim a rebate percentage or the full fee of an Exercise Physiology or Physiotherapy session depending on their insurance fund entitlements.
Contact your insurance fund to see what you are covered for.
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