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Diabetes Management

Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been managing diabetes for years, our multidisciplinary team can help you effectively manage your diabetes. We can offer personalised, evidence based exercise and nutrition plans for type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes that can help to improve blood sugar control and enhance your overall wellbeing. Discover how our expert Accredited Exercise Physiologists and Dietitian can empower you to get the most out of living with diabetes.

Our Approach

  • Personalized Care: Every service that we provide is tailored to your individual needs, lifestyle, and health goals.
  • Evidence-Based Practices: Our practitioners' approach is grounded in the latest research and best practices in diabetes management.
  • Collaborative Support: Not only do we collaborate within our multidisciplinary team, but also with your other healthcare providers to offer comprehensive care.

Start your journey to better managing your diabetes today

Our multidisciplinary team

Our health team are experienced in diabetes management and work collaboratively to assist you in getting the most outcomes. Our Accredited Exercise Physiologists will help design a safe and effective exercise program and provide a number of services that can assist you including health coaching support and individual or group based exercise sessions. With additional training in diabetes education, our dietitian Ellen can work with you on nutrition strategies to optimise blood sugar control and vitality. We all work together with your medical team to ensure you are getting the most out of your care.

Benefits of Exercise Physiology

  • Improved blood sugar control
  • Enhanced cardiovascular health and physical fitness
  • Reduced risk of diabetes-related complications
  • Increased energy levels and overall wellbeing

Benefits of Dietitian Support

  • Personalized meal planning to support stable blood sugar
  • Guidance on carbohydrate counting and insulin management
  • Strategies for balanced, nutrient-rich eating habits
  • Support for weight management and reducing the risk of complications

Type 1 Diabetes

If you have T1D, you will understand the balance and control thats required to maintain optimal health. Exercising is certainly not impossible but takes some careful consideration and strategies, and this is where an Accredited Exercise Physiologist may be able to help you.

Type 2 Diabetes

Exercise can be a powerful tool when it comes to managing T2D and blood sugar control, but involves strategy to ensure you are optimising your health. We have many opportunities for those wanting to learn how to manage their condition.

Gestational Diabetes

Exercise helps to manage GDM directly at a hormonal level in the short and long term. it is important to seek support to ascertain what a safe and effective looks like for you in your pregnancy, which is where our Accredited Exercise Physiologists can help.

Living Well With Diabetes Program

If you have type 2 diabetes, your GP might be able to refer you to our Group Diabetes Program "Living Well with Diabetes". The program includes an individual assessment with either our Exercise Physiologist or Dietitian and eight group sessions. This program is bulk billed through medicare when your GP has set up the referral.

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