Andrew Crawshaw
Brisbane
Physical rehabilitation and wellbeing services
Rehabilitation services designed to help you recover from physical injuries and improve wellbeing.
Targeting all aspects of health and wellbeing is important for recovery. Our team of exercise physiologists (EP) and physiotherapists are here to support you through a range of services.
Our team of accredited exercise physiologists and physiotherapists provide clinical exercise interventions to improve health conditions, assist in injury rehabilitation and improve quality of life regardless of age, fitness level or health conditions.
Effective treatments for veterans and their family members at Mates4Mates include physical rehabilitation, hydrotherapy, health education, pre- and post-surgery rehabilitation, group fitness activities, movement for mental health, and more, offered both in one-on-one appointments and in group class settings.
Treatment aims to achieve goals such as alleviating pain, improving mobility, preventing future injuries and health issues, and enhancing physical function.
Our clinicians will take the time to learn about your health history and any injuries that you’ve previously had or are currently dealing with.
Mates4Mates exercise physiology and physiotherapy services are available face-to-face through our Veteran & Family Wellbeing Centres and via telehealth where eligible.
Mates4Mates is registered to provide exercise physiology and physiotherapy services under DVA and Medicare. To obtain a referral to see a Mates4Mates exercise physiologist or physiotherapist, talk to your GP, Medical Officer or specialist to discuss your treatment options.
If you are not eligible for exercise physiology or physiotherapy services through DVA Health Care Cards or Medicare, contact Mates4Mates about what treatment options or services we can offer you.
To access other activities and services such as our social connection activities and Skills for Recovery Programs, join Mates4Mates by filling out our new client form. For more information or to speak with us about our services, get in touch below.
Our exercise physiologists
My physical health, strength and overall well-being has improved significantly. I have also grown as a person and learned a lot along this journey.”
Trevor
Veteran, QLD
Mates4Mates physical rehabilitation and wellbeing services
Frequently asked questions
Yes, you will need a GP referral to book exercise physiology or physiotherapy appointments. However, you can talk to us about accessing other physical rehabilitation and wellbeing services without a referral, including trauma-informed yoga, group PT classes and more. Mates4Mates accepts DVA Health Cards upon a GP referral, and we accept Extended Primary Care Plans for family members.
If you have been impacted by your military service, you can register to become a Mate to access our services. Our staff are here to help you find services that are right for you.
While both fields involve the application of exercise and movement to improve health outcomes, exercise physiology is more focused on the physiological responses to exercise and overall health like diabetes, PTSD, cardiovascular disease and persistent pain. Physiotherapy is focused on diagnosis, rehabilitation and functional restoration in individuals with physical impairments or injuries. If you aren’t sure who to see, reach out to our team to discuss your needs.
There are a variety of reasons to see an exercise physiologist or physiotherapist, including if you have an injury, are in chronic pain and unsure how to manage it, you are pre- or post-surgery or have a chronic disease. If you are unsure about how you are moving or feel like improvements can be made, the team can assist with movement assessments and give you feedback and strategies moving forward.
At Mates4Mates, our exercise physiologists and physiotherapists will take time to learn about your health history and any injuries you’ve previously had or are currently dealing with. They will develop a plan to help you recover or learn to adapt to an injury. This will involve making lifestyle modifications such as changes to physical, mental and dietary behaviours.
Get in touch
To find out more about joining Mates4Mates, accessing services or supporting our cause, fill out our form or call 1300 4 MATES (62 837) during business hours.