Exercise physiology services are available for eligible DVA clients, focusing on rehabilitation, injury management and long-term physical wellbeing. Programs are designed to support functional improvement, strength, mobility, and confidence in movement.
A Veteran Card – Gold or White covers Exercise Physiology treatment that is clinically necessary:
- for all conditions, if the patient holds a Veteran Gold Card
- for specific, accepted conditions only, if the patient holds a Veteran White Card.
As a Veteran Card holder you will need a valid referral from your GP. For an initial treatment cycle, the referral could alternatively come from a:
- medical specialist
- treating hospital doctor
- hospital discharge planner.
Under DVA treatment cycle arrangements, a referral to an Exercise Physiologist will last up to 12 sessions or one year, whichever ends first.
Once a treatment cycle has ended you will require a new referral from your GP before seeing any further treatment. You may have as many treatment cycles as their GP determines are clinically necessary.
The treatment cycle does not apply to Exercise Physiology treatment for clients who hold a Veteran Gold Card embossed with TPI (Totally and Permanently Incapacitated).
Services are delivered in line with above stated DVA requirements and can be tailored to individual needs, including gym-based therapy, hydrotherapy, or home-based support.