Conditions We Treat

PerforMotion’s exercise physiology team works with a broad range of conditions, from acute injuries through to long-term chronic disease management and performance. If you are not sure whether we can help, get in touch.

Musculoskeletal pain & injury

The most common reason people come to PerforMotion. Whether you are fresh off a diagnosis, post-surgery, or have been dealing with something persistent for years, exercise physiology addresses the underlying cause, not just the symptom.

Conditions and presentations:

Back pain and disc injuries
Shoulder injuries and rotator cuff pathology
Knee injuries: ACL, meniscus, patellofemoral
Hip injuries and labral pathology
Tendinopathies
Post-surgical
Biomechanical issues and movement dysfunction
Sport injuries and return to sport
Repetitive strain and overuse injuries
Neck pain and cervical spine conditions

How it works:

Full movement and load assessment from day one
Graded exercise prescription targeting the root cause
Strength & conditioning based rehabilitation
Collaboration with your physio, GP, or specialist
VALD performance testing at week one & six to track objective progress
Program delivered updated as you progress
Clear pathway from rehab to performance when you are ready

Chronic disease

Exercise is one of the most effective interventions for chronic disease management. PerforMotion designs programs that are medically informed, individually prescribed, and built around what your body can do right now.

Conditions and presentations:

Diabetes and blood sugar management
Osteoporosis and osteopenia
Metabolic syndrome
- Obesity and weight management
- Mental health conditions
Autoimmune conditions affecting exercise capacity
Inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia

How it works:

Medically informed programming aligned with your management plan
Safe, progressive exercise that adapts to how you are feeling
Coordination with your GP and specialist team
Coordination with your GP and specialist team
Medicare CDM referrals accepted
DVA, NDIS, and WorkCover funded sessions available
Monitoring of relevant health markers and reporting back to your team
Long-term management, not a short course and discharge

Women's health

PerforMotion takes a whole-person approach to women's health. Hormonal changes, pelvic floor function, bone health, and the demands of pregnancy and postpartum are all part of how we provide care and program

Conditions and presentations:

Pelvic floor dysfunction
Prenatal and postnatal exercise
Return to exercise after childbirth
Menstrual cycle and hormonal considerations in training
Bone stress and stress fractures
Perimenopause and menopause
Endometriosis and pelvic pain
Hormonal conditions affecting exercise capacity

How it works:

Programming that accounts for cycle phase and hormonal variation
Safe, load-appropriate exercise through pregnancy and beyond
Pelvic floor-informed strength training
Bone health and load management for stress fracture prevention
Referral to pelvic floor physiotherapy where appropriate
A team that does not dismiss or minimise hormonal factors

Mental health and exercise

The relationship between movement and mental health is well established. PerforMotion is a neuro-affirming, LGBTQIA+ inclusive facility. We meet people where they are, work at a pace that feels manageable.

Conditions and presentations:

Anxiety and depression
ADHD and executive function challenges
Autism and sensory sensitivities
PTSD and trauma-informed exercise
Eating disorders and exercise relationships
Burnout and chronic stress
Low motivation and exercise avoidance
Exercise as part of a broader mental health plan

How it works:

Trauma-informed, neuro-affirming approach throughout
No performance pressure, sessions go at your pace
Flexible programming that works with your capacity on any given day
Chill-out space available at the facility for sensory decompression
Collaboration with your psychologist, psychiatrist, or GP
NDIS and Medicare funded sessions available
A team that understands neurodivergence, not just clinically

Neurological conditions

Neurological conditions require careful, individualised programming. PerforMotion works with people managing neurological diagnoses to build capacity, maintain function, and improve quality of life through targeted exercise.

Conditions and presentations:

Multiple sclerosis (MS)
Parkinson’s disease
Stroke and cerebrovascular accident (CVA) rehabilitation
Acquired brain injury (ABI)
Cerebral palsy
Peripheral neuropathy
Spinal cord injury
Functional neurological disorder (FND)
Chronic fatigue syndrome and ME/CFS

How it works:

Individual assessment of neurological function and exercise capacity
Programming focused on function, mobility, and independence
Fatigue management built into session and program design
NDIS funded sessions available — no GP referral required
Collaboration with your neurologist and treating team
VALD testing to track functional capacity over time
Home program support

Strength and performance

PerforMotion was built on strength training. The exercise physiology team works with competitive strength athletes, people returning to sport, and anyone who wants to train seriously without compromising their health. Rehab and performance are not separate things here.

Conditions and presentations:

Powerlifting and strength sport rehabilitation
Return to barbell training after injury or surgery
Load management for competitive athletes
Overtraining and overuse injury prevention
Biomechanical assessment for strength sports
Training through chronic injury or pain
Transition from rehabilitation to performance membership options

How it works:

Exercise physiologists who understand barbell sports
Rehab that keeps you as close to training at full capacity as possible
VALD performance testing to guide load and progression decisions
Programming delivered via the Lumin app and updated continuously
Powerlifting coaching available alongside EP. Same team, same facility
Objective return-to-sport criteria, not guesswork
Direct pathway from funded rehab to performance membership

Weight management

PerforMotion approaches weight management through the lens of health, function, and sustainability, not aesthetics or quick fixes. Exercise prescription is combined with nutrition support where needed, and the focus is always on what your body can do.

Conditions and presentations:

Medically supervised weight management
Metabolic conditions affecting body composition
Weight management as part of chronic disease management
Post-bariatric surgery rehabilitation and exercise
Obesity-related musculoskeletal conditions
Weight management for strength and performance athletes
Eating disorder-informed approaches to body composition

How it works:

Health-focused, weight-neutral approach to programming
Medically informed exercise prescription
Nutrition coaching available as an add-on or separate service
Medicare CDM and DVA funding accepted where applicable
Collaboration with your GP, dietitian, or bariatric team
No aesthetics-based framing — ever
Long-term, sustainable programming built around your health goals

Strength, conditioning and fitness

Not everyone who comes to PerforMotion has a diagnosis or injury. Some people just want to train well, stay healthy, and have a program that is actually written for them. Our gym memberships include EP-written programs for exactly this reason.

Conditions and presentations:

General strength and fitness goals
Adults over 50 looking to build and maintain strength
People returning to exercise after a long break
Busy professionals wanting efficient, effective programming
Group class participants wanting individualised support
People transitioning from rehab into general training
Athletes in off-season or general preparation phases

How it works:

EP-written program tailored to your goals and starting point
Group classes designed by exercise physiologists
Over 50s Lifelong Strength class for conservative, progressive training
Upgrade to an EP membership at any time as your needs change
VALD testing available to track strength and movement over time
A community of people who take training seriously, without the ego

Not sure if we can help with your condition?

Get in touch. PerforMotion will tell you honestly whether exercise physiology is the right fit, and if not, point you in the right direction. For health professionals, the referral team is available by phone or email.