For Healthcare Providers
Exercise Oncology Support
Exercise is recognised as an important component of cancer care before, during and after treatment.
The Exercise Oncology Collective provides individualised, evidence-informed exercise support to help people maintain function, manage treatment-related challenges and return to meaningful activity throughout their cancer journey.
Our service complements existing medical, nursing and allied health care, providing a structured exercise pathway that supports individuals while keeping their healthcare team informed where appropriate.
We welcome referrals for individuals who may benefit from supervised exercise support, including those who are:
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Newly diagnosed and preparing for treatment (prehabilitation)
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Undergoing chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation therapy or hormone therapy
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Recovering following surgery or cancer treatment
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Experiencing treatment-related fatigue, weakness or physical deconditioning
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Transitioning from physiotherapy or rehabilitation into long-term exercise
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Living with or beyond cancer and wanting ongoing support to improve strength, confidence and quality of life
Who We Support
Our Scope | The Exercise Oncology Collective specialises in individualised exercise prescription for people affected by cancer.
Our role is to:
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Complete comprehensive exercise assessments
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Develop personalised exercise programmes
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Deliver supervised exercise sessions
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Adapt exercise according to symptoms, treatment stage and functional capacity
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Support long-term physical activity participation
We work alongside - not in place of - medical treatment, physiotherapy and other allied health services.
Where appropriate, we collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure exercise remains safe and appropriate throughout treatment.
Communication with Healthcare Teams | With the individual's consent, The Exercise Oncology Collective can communicate relevant assessment findings, progress updates and exercise recommendations with members of their healthcare team to support coordinated care.
Depending on the individual's needs, communication may include:
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Initial assessment findings
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Functional outcome measures
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Programme progress
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Exercise recommendations
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Referral back where additional medical or allied health input is appropriate
Our goal is to ensure exercise becomes an integrated part of the individual's broader healthcare journey.
Referrals
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER REFERRAL
We review the information provided and contact the individual to arrange their initial consultation. Any additional information about their diagnosis, treatment, health history and current needs can be gathered as part of the assessment process.
The individual completes a comprehensive exercise oncology assessment including relevant baseline functional measures.
Exercise is prescribed according to treatment stage, symptoms, current function and individual goals.
Sessions are adapted according to symptoms, treatment effects and clinical considerations.
Where appropriate and with client consent, progress and relevant exercise information can be shared with the referring healthcare professional.
Referral received
Initial assessment
Individualised exercise plan
Ongoing monitoring
Communication with the care team
Referral information
Current provider: Brianna Wehner
Location: Align Functional Fitness, Richmond, Nelson
Initial Assessment: $150
30-minute supervised session: $60
Funding may be available through selected organisations and programmes. Please contact us if you would like to discuss referral pathways or funding options