Plus Balance

Six weeks of group classes for better balance to prevent falls

Our Plus Balance program is designed to support anyone who has previously had a fall or wants to reduce their risk of falls.

Plus Balance classes are suitable for all ages and capabilities. Join us today to connect with other people and take strides to reduce your risk of falls.

Neuro-therapist led balance program

Our physiotherapists and exercise physiologists have a deep understanding of balance and mobility for people living with MS and other neurological conditions. Through the program, our team can help you improve your strength and coordination to reduce the risk of falls.

Plus Balance can help you:

• move with confidence
• increase your strength through tailored exercises
• take back control of your body and balance
• reduce the risk of falls
• enjoy better health and wellbeing.

How to access Plus Balance?

Plus Balance is a 6-week program run by physiotherapists or exercise physiologists at Lidcombe (NSW), Blackburn (Vic) and the Footscray (Vic) Wellbeing Centre and Hobart (Tas) Wellbeing Centre. There are several ways to pay for Plus Balance, including:

• NDIS funding
• My Aged Care funding
• private health insurance
• paying privately with a potential Medicare rebate.

We can help you work out the most suitable payment method when you book your program.

FAQs

What is the structure of Plus Balance?

• Initial Assessment 1:1 appointment with a physiotherapist, where baseline measurements of strength, mobility and flexibility can be taken to ensure that you are allocated to the most suitable group.
• 6x 1 hour group classes You will attend a one-hour group class every week for six weeks. These include tailored exercises and education around mitigating falls risk from our qualified allied health professionals.
• Final Assessment At the end of the six-week program, we’ll assess how the classes have improved your overall health and wellbeing. If there is more we can do to help you improve, you may choose to continue on for a second round of Plus Balance classes or continue working with one of our exercise physiologists or physiotherapists.

How many people are in the class?

A maximum of six participants, to allow for a tailored approach.