Chronic Conditions

Just about every long term conditions such as arthritis, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis, cardiac disease, lung disease etc. can all be helped by participating in suitable physical activity. iFitness has been assisting people with chronic illnesses since 2007 and more than just giving you a tailored exercise program, iFitness will take the time to answer your questions and help you understand your condition, be aware of how it will interact with various aspects of your lifestyle. Perhaps you would like to bring your partner, carer or other family member so that they better understand your diagnosis and how they can assist you. Chronic conditions require long term management and iFitness will give you the tools, knowledge and skills to manage your health long after the session has ended.

If you have a chronic illness, you may be eligible for a referral under Medicare’s Enhanced Primary Care (or EPC) scheme which gives you access to up to 5 sessions per calendar year which attract a Medicare rebate. In addition to this, if you have type 2 diabetes, you may be eligible for a referral under Medicare’s type 2 diabetes group program which gives you access to a Medicare rebate for an initial 1 on 1 session and then 8 group sessions aimed at getting you involved in some structured exercise as well as teaching you how to manage your diabetes effectively.

To find out if you are eligible for a referral to iFitness under these Medicare schemes, contact your doctor.