About Healthsmart Exercise Physiology

Empowering Your Health Through Personalized Exercise Programs

At Healthsmart Exercise Physiology, we are dedicated to enhancing your health and well-being through tailored exercise interventions. With over 25 years of experience, we specialise in designing and delivering safe and effective exercise programs for individuals with chronic medical conditions, injuries, or disabilities.

Meet Matthew Wratten – Accredited Exercise Physiologist

Matthew Wratten is a university-qualified Accredited Exercise Physiologist based on Queensland’s Gold Coast. Graduating in 1996 with a degree in Human Movement Studies, majoring in Exercise Management, Matthew has amassed extensive experience across various domains within exercise physiology.

His expertise includes:

  • Injury Rehabilitation: Developing programs to aid recovery and restore function.
  • Aged Care: Supporting independent living, daily function and mobility goals.
  • Chronic Disease Management: Implementing exercise strategies to manage conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and arthritis.
  • Mental Well-being: Utilising physical activity to support mental health.
  • Personal Training: Creating individualised fitness plans to achieve personal goals.
  • Corporate Health Programs: Delivering workplace wellness initiatives.

Matthew provides services for Home Care Program, NDIS participants, WorkCover QLD, WorkSafe NSW, WorkSafe VIC, Medicare Australia, DVA, Life Insurance companies ,and private clients.

Our Philosophy

At Healthsmart, we believe in practicing what we preach. Matthew maintains an active lifestyle, engaging in activities like cycling, gym workouts, surfing, hiking, and tennis. Balancing professional commitments with family life, he understands the importance of integrating health and wellness into daily routines.

Our approach is centered on balance and sustainability, ensuring that exercise programs are not only effective but also enjoyable and adaptable to individual lifestyles.

What Is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist?

Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) are university-qualified allied health professionals specializing in clinical exercise interventions for individuals with chronic medical conditions, injuries, or disabilities. Their services aim to:

  • Prevent or manage acute, sub-acute, or chronic diseases and injuries.

  • Restore optimal physical function, health, or wellness.

  • Provide exercise-based interventions, including health and physical activity education, advice, and support.

  • Focus on achieving behavioral change to promote long-term health benefits.

Our Services

Healthsmart Exercise Physiology offers a range of services tailored to meet diverse needs:

  • Life Insurance Programs: Supporting claimants with mental and/or physical conditions.

  • Occupational Rehabilitation: Assisting individuals in returning to work safely.

  • Medicare Chronic Disease Management (CDM): Providing bulk-billed services for eligible patients.

  • NDIS Exercise Physiology: Delivering personalised programs for NDIS participants.

  • Personal Wellness: Enhancing general health and well-being through structured exercise.

Get Started with Healthsmart Exercise Physiology

Take the first step towards improved health and wellness. Contact us today to discuss how our personalised exercise programs can benefit you.