An exercise physiologist: specialises in giving appropriate exercise to help treat people who have a medical condition.
A physiotherapist: assess, diagnose, treat and prevent a wide range of health conditions and movement disorders by repairing damage, reducing stiffness and pain, increasing mobility and improving quality of life.
Visit Polio Australia's Health Professional Register: to find an appropriate exercise physiologist or physiotherapist in your area.
Can't find a health professional in your area? This list is still growing, and there might not yet be a registered health professional in your area. Please check on these peak body websites to find a health professional:
Exercise And Sports Science Australia Australian Physiotherapy Association
The following links will take you to external websites where you may find helpful information on this topic.
