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Exercise Physiology

An Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) is an allied health professional who uses exercise as a therapeutic intervention to help manage and treat illness, injury, and dysfunction.

AEPs provide a safe and effective prescription of clinical exercise to target specific body systems and optimize function and overall health.

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Conditions we treat

At SSS, we treat a wide variety of conditions. These include:

  • Cardiovascular conditions
  • Neurological conditions
  • Chronic pain
  • Conditions of Ageing (Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis, Sarcopenia, Falls)
  • Obesity
  • Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes
  • Cancers
  • Asthma/COPD
  • Hypertension
  • Mental Health Disorders
  • Musculoskeletal injuries

How AEP helps

The goal of an AEP is to work with the individual to make movement fun, as well as functional and relevant to your life and goals.

Why Choose Exercise Physiology?

Our focus is client orientated; to get you back to your sport, work or chosen activity as soon as we possibly can!

​We use the most effective treatments to maximise recovery and prevent ongoing pain or dysfunction.

Our Practitioners

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Blaire Gillies

Exercise Physiologist
Clinical Pilates Instructor

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Lisa Scharnberg

Lisa Scharnberg

Clinical Pilates Instructor
Strength and Conditioning Coach

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Accredited Exercise Physiology Fees

Initial Consultation

60 minutes duration.

$120

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Standard Consultation

30 minutes duration.

$80

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Extended Consultation

45 minutes duration.

$100

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At SSS, we take a holistic approach to your health and wellness, so you can get more out of life! 

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Jessica Finlay

Clinical Pilates Instructor

Jessica has a background in nursing which reflects in her caring nature.
 
Jessica loves working with clients of all abilities to help achieve their fitness goals through a wide range of Pilates exercises. Specialising in Clinical Pilates and reformer and mat Pilates
 

Jaiden Lahey

Clinical Pilates Instructor

Jaidens experience in her degree in nutrition gives her a breadth of knowledge in the field of Allied health.
 
Jaiden has gained experience working in multiple different Pilates studios and has a passion for helping clients reach their full potential. Specialising in reformer pilates and mat Pilates

Isabella Tiziani

Remedial Massage Therapist

As a dedicated Remedial Massage therapist, Isabella specialises in Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Lymphatic Drainage, and Relaxation treatments. As a sports enthusiast herself, Isabella has a very keen interest in Sports Massage, both pre and post event. Catering to a wide range of clients – ranging from grassroots athletes right through to high level athletes – Isabella can assist with your injury rehabilitation and will tailor her treatment methods to suit your needs. 

Libby Pratt

Physiotherapist

Libby has been working in the local area for a number of years as a Physiotherapist in private practice and comes to us with a wealth of knowledge. Specialising in Injury prevention, sporting injuries, Musculoskeletal injuries and post-surgical rehabilitation.

Shannon Danckert

Physiotherapist

Having completed a bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at Deakin University, Shannon then moved to the Gold Coast to complete her Masters of Physiotherapy at Griffith University.

Shannon worked on the Gold Coast for 2 years, where she developed her skills in a range of areas with experience in both hospital and private practice, including clinical pilates. 

With a particular interest in musculoskeletal and sport injuries, Shannon has returned to sport rehab and injury prevention. Shannon has a keen interest in shoulder, knee, foot and ankle injuries, alongside post surgical rehabilitation including ACL reconstruction. 

Outside of work, Shannon spends most of her time playing AFL, where she previously played for the Gold Coast Suns AFLW and is currently playing in the VFLW with the Casey Demons. Shannon also enjoys going to the beach, camping, spending time with friends and family and reading.

Kayla Pedley

Clinical Pilates Instructor

Kayla joined our SSS team after completing her Clinical Pilates Diploma with a history of working in the fitness industry. 

Kayla returns to South Gippsland having worked across various gym and Physiotherapy settings in Melbourne. She has a passion for strength and conditioning and is considering a career in Physiotherapy. 

With a strong sporting background and bubbly nature, Kayla enjoys working with clients of all ages and skill levels. Working closely with our Physiotherapists Kayla will provide a personalised and safe rehabilitation program.

Jeanette Draper

Mat Pilates Instructor

Jeanette has been a committed Division 1 and Community Service nurse for 25 years, but her love for Pilates was ignited by joining an SSS class to help improve her long-standing lower back pain. 

Seeing and feeling the results first-hand, Jeanette decided to study Clinical Pilates with Breathe Education so that she could help others achieve the same benefits that she has.

Jeanette has a special interest in Women’s Health – in particular pelvic floor issues that span the lifetime of a woman. She has completed Pelvic Floor courses and continues to learn and share in this field. 

Jeanette runs both Machine Based Pilates classes and Mat and Small Apparatus classes and loves working with people of all skill levels and age groups. 

Sophie Scott

Clinical Pilates Instructor

Sophie graduated from Deakin University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise and Sport Science, majoring in Physiology. She has also attained her Clinical Pilates Diploma and has become an integral team member with SSS Physiotherapy. 

Sophie is one of our local netball legends with a passion for keeping people mobile and fit for their chosen sports, hobbies and careers. 

Since becoming a mother herself Sophie has taken a further interest in pre and post-natal pilates and women’s health. Sophie continues to do professional development in this area.

Ying Han

Remedial Massage Therapist

Ying has a diploma in remedial massage and has done further studies in myofascial release massage and rehabilitation. Ying worked for a Chinese Medicine practice for 3 years before coming to Australia to explore her opportunities and secure a brighter future. 

Ying works closely with our Physiotherapists to help clients achieve the best possible outcomes with their treatment plans. From pure relaxation to deep tissue massage, Ying is your person to see.

Fully registered with the Massage Association of Australia, Ying’s treatments can be claimed through Private Health Funds.

Lauren (Lola) Hallett

Clinical Pilates Manager

Lola graduated from Deakin University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health/Health Promotion majoring in Physical Activity in 2009.

Through journeys working and travelling and eventually moving to the beloved south Gippsland coast Lola was lucky enough to meet the local hero Jo Meagher and joined SSS Physiotherapy in 2013, working as a Clinical Pilates instructor.

Driven by the strong desire to work uniquely with each client and their personal needs Lola has continued to invest her time in studying. 

Lola now specialises in Clinical Pilates for the rehabilitation and prevention of injuries, pre and post-natal, neurological conditions, scoliosis, effective stretching and pelvic floor fitness and function. 

Lola’s joys with her work are supporting people to live their very best lives within bodies that enable them to do all the things they love most.

STacey Poke

Director
Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates Instructor

Stacey completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from James Cook University in Townsville and joined the SSS team in early 2017. 

Under Jo’s guidance and mentoring, Stacey has developed her physiotherapy skills to a level that’s highly regarded in South Gippsland. Stacey has a strong focus on musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy, having attended multiple professional development courses.

Stacey is skilled at analysing running biomechanics, allowing athletes to ease and prevent symptoms of ongoing injuries. Stacey performs video analysis at SSS for running assessments of both the elite and backyard athletes.

Stacey has now taken a particular interest in Vestibular Physiotherapy, being one of the only Physiotherapists in Gippsland to provide this service. She continues to do ongoing professional development in this area.

Dedicated to a life of sport and fitness, playing basketball and VFLW at a state level. Her hobbies include running, hiking and anything outdoors.

Joanna Meagher

Director
Physiotherapist & Clinical Pilates Instructor

Joanna has been practicing physiotherapy since attaining her degree at Latrobe University, back in 1994.

With an extensive background in ‘the world of tennis’, Jo had a stint on the professional circuit, after accepting a scholarship to Oklahoma University from 1985 – 1987.

Jo’s reputation in the medical industry has grown rapidly, with her skills now acknowledged on an international scale. 

Working as a personal physiotherapist to both Maria Sharapova and Serena Williams has been a career highlight. The pinnacle was sitting in the Williams box in 2005 when Jo managed to ‘work her magic’ on Serena, who took out the Australian Open final after an injury-plagued tournament.

With experience across a wide range of sports – including AFL football, district cricket, and international tennis, Jo has continued to expand her service offering over the years.