The Top 3 Things Stroke Survivors Can Improve Through Healthstin Exercise Physiology for Stroke Recovery in Sans Souci
As Australia commemorates Stroke Awareness Week from August 4 to 10, we shine a spotlight on the life-changing benefits of Exercise Physiology for stroke recovery. Each year, more than 56,000 Aussies experience a stroke, and over 445,000 people are living with the long-term effects of stroke – a number expected to rise to over 800,000 by 2050.
Whilst the physical and emotional toll of stroke can be daunting, there’s help available. Tailored Exercise Physiology for stroke survivors has been proven to significantly reduce fatigue, enhance balance, and regain confidence after stroke, thereby enabling individuals to regain independence and improve their quality of life.
Fatigue: The invisible burden of stroke
Post-stroke chronic fatigue affects up to 40% of survivors, often persisting long after discharge from the hospital. This fatigue isn’t just feeling tired – it’s a pervasive exhaustion that isn’t relieved by rest.
At Healthstin in Sans Souci, our Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) use evidence-based approaches to gradually reintroduce physical activity through supervised, goal-based movement programmes. This can help reduce stroke fatigue through exercise.
Exercise not only improves cardiovascular health and energy levels, but also supports better sleep, mental clarity, and mood, all critical for managing fatigue.
Balance: Reducing your risk of falls
Stroke can lead to impaired coordination and muscle weakness, significantly increasing the risk of falls. According to Falls Prevention Australia, stroke survivors are twice as likely to fall compared to the general population. That’s why it’s important to improve balance after a stroke, and this is one of the core goals of Exercise Physiology sessions at Healthstin.
Using a combination of task-specific exercises, core strengthening, and gait retraining, our Exercise Physiologists help clients regain postural control and spatial awareness. The result? Reduced fall risk and greater stability in daily movement.
Confidence: Regaining control of your daily life
Stroke doesn’t just impact the body; it can shake a person’s confidence in their ability to live independently. At Healthstin, we know that every small milestone matters. Whether it's walking unaided, getting in and out of a chair, or navigating the local shops, our programmes are designed to build both capability and confidence.
With support from our Exercise Physiologists, many of our clients find renewed motivation, increased social engagement, and a stronger sense of control over their health journey.
Visit our Allied Health Clinic in Sans Souci
Healthstin’s Allied Health Clinic in Sans Souci offers a welcoming and accessible environment where stroke survivors can safely recover under the guidance of well-trained professionals.
Our clinic features:
- Immediate capacity availability with no long waitlists.
- Access to the gym and Hydrotherapy facilities.
- Allied Health support through a wide range of funding options including NDIS stroke rehabilitation support, Medicare, Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA), Workers’ Compensation, Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP), HCP, and private health funds.
Healthstin stroke rehab services combine Exercise Physiology, Physiotherapy, and Hydrotherapy, tailored to each person’s needs and goals. This integration ensures that both physical and psychological barriers to recovery are addressed in a compassionate, client-centred way.
Find effective stroke exercise therapy near me
Whether you're in the early stages of recovery or living with long-term effects, it’s never too late to benefit from Exercise Physiology. This Stroke Awareness Week, let our Allied Health Team in Healthstin Sans Souci help you or your loved one take the next step.
Call 1300 090 931, visit our Sans Souci clinic, or click this link to book a consultation now.