Support Built Around You
Evidence-based exercise physiology and Neuro-Affirming neurological support for chronic conditions, disability, NDIS, and DVA clients — delivered by accredited clinicians at Fortify Movement & Health in Altona North, Victoria.
Including our Neuro-Affirming Neuro Motion program for neurological support.
Accessing Your NDIS Funding at Fortify Movement & Health
We welcome self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants, offering accredited exercise physiology and clinical rehabilitation services at our Altona North, Victoria clinic. We work with NDIS participants, their families, and support coordinators to ensure a clear, supported pathway from plan to program.
Who Is Eligible?
- NDIS participants aged 7 and above
- Plan-managed and self-managed plans accepted
- Funding under Improved Health & Wellbeing (Support Category 7)
- Capacity Building supports for participants with functional goals
- Exercise physiology services under NDIS Code 15_056_0128_1_3
Services Available Under NDIS
- Individual exercise physiology assessments and programming
- Clinical group exercise for shared-goal participants
- Clinical Pilates for movement, stability, and function
- AxIT Strength Testing for objective functional benchmarking
- Neuro Motion — our Neuro-Affirming program for neurological support
- Ongoing progress monitoring and NDIS reporting
How to Access Services Through Your NDIS Plan
Check Your NDIS Plan
Review your NDIS plan to confirm you have funding under the "Improved Health & Wellbeing" or "Capacity Building" support categories. Our clinicians can help clarify which category applies to your goals.
Obtain a Referral or Self-Refer
Self-managed and plan-managed participants may self-refer directly or obtain a referral from your GP or support coordinator.
Initial Clinical Assessment
Your Accredited Exercise Physiologist will conduct a comprehensive clinical assessment to establish your baseline, identify your goals, and design an evidence-based exercise program tailored to your needs.
Begin Your Program
Start your individual or group exercise sessions at our Altona North clinic. Progress is monitored and documented, with regular reviews to ensure your program aligns with your NDIS goals.
Supporting NDIS Participants
Fortify Movement & Health welcomes self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants, offering accredited exercise physiology.
Our Accredited Exercise Physiologists are experienced in supporting NDIS participants with a wide range of functional goals. We welcome enquiries from participants, support coordinators, and plan managers. Not sure where to start? Get in touch with our team and we'll help clarify your options.
Supporting Australia's Veterans — DVA Participants Welcome
Fortify Movement & Health is proud to support Australia's veteran community. As an accredited exercise physiology clinic in Altona North, Victoria, we work with DVA-funded clients to deliver clinician-led rehabilitation and movement programmes — helping veterans manage chronic conditions, recover from injury, and build lasting physical resilience.
How to Access DVA-Funded Exercise Physiology
Obtain a DVA Referral
Ask your GP or treating medical officer for a referral to an Accredited Exercise Physiologist. DVA white card and gold card holders may be eligible for services under specific treatment pathways.
Confirm Your Eligibility
DVA-funded services are available to eligible veterans, war widows, and dependants. Our team can help clarify which DVA treatment pathways apply to your health needs — no obligation.
Begin Your Programme
Once your referral is in place, we design an evidence-based exercise physiology programme tailored to your specific condition, goals, and service history. No gap fees where DVA coverage applies.
Who Is Eligible for DVA-Funded Services?
- DVA White Card holders with a covered condition
- DVA Gold Card holders (broad access to clinical services)
- Veterans managing chronic musculoskeletal, metabolic, or neurological conditions
- Veterans requiring post-surgical or post-injury rehabilitation
- Current and ex-serving ADF members with accepted conditions
- Eligible war widows and dependants
Not sure if you qualify? Our team at Fortify Movement & Health in Altona North is happy to help you clarify your DVA entitlements before you book. Learn more about DVA services
Serving Veterans Across Altona North & the Western Suburbs
Our accredited exercise physiologists are experienced in working with the unique physical and health needs of veterans — from chronic musculoskeletal conditions to neurological rehabilitation. Evidence-based, clinician-led care in a welcoming clinic environment.
Evidence-Based Support for Chronic Pain & Chronic Disease
Living with a chronic condition is rarely straightforward — and the path forward deserves clinical expertise, not guesswork. At Fortify Movement & Health in Altona North, our accredited Exercise Physiologists apply evidence-based movement medicine to help you regain confidence, manage symptoms, and build lasting resilience.
Managing Life with Chronic Pain
Persistent pain can affect every aspect of daily life — limiting movement, disrupting sleep, and reducing independence. Our accredited Exercise Physiologists work with you to develop evidence-based movement programs tailored to your pain presentation, helping restore function and improve quality of life over the long term.
- Individualised exercise prescription
- Graded movement for pain desensitisation
- Ongoing clinical monitoring and review
Exercise Medicine for Chronic Disease
For people living with conditions such as type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, osteoarthritis, obesity, or metabolic disorders, structured clinical exercise is a primary treatment modality — not an afterthought. Our clinicians deliver accredited, evidence-guided programs that complement your medical management and support long-term health outcomes.
- Clinician-led exercise medicine
- Co-management with your healthcare team
- Condition-specific program design
Funding Pathways Are Available
Many clients managing chronic pain or chronic disease can access our services through NDIS plans, DVA funding, GP-referred Medicare Chronic Disease Management plans, or private health insurance. Our team can help you understand which pathway applies to your situation before your first appointment.
Condition Factsheets — Print & Save as PDF
Fortify Movement & Health offers branded, A4-formatted factsheets for 15 clinical conditions commonly managed by Accredited Exercise Physiologists. Each factsheet includes condition information, an exercise guide, a 'what to aim for' table, safety considerations, and a booking CTA.
How to save as PDF: Click "Print / Save PDF" → in the print dialog, change the destination to "Save as PDF" → ensure headers & footers are disabled → click Save. File name: Fortify-[Condition]-Factsheet.pdf
Metabolic(5 factsheets)
Type 2 Diabetes
Fortify-Type2Diabetes-Factsheet.pdf
Type 1 Diabetes
Fortify-Type1Diabetes-Factsheet.pdf
Dyslipidaemia
Fortify-Dyslipidaemia-Factsheet.pdf
Metabolic Syndrome
Fortify-MetabolicSyndrome-Factsheet.pdf
Fatty Liver (MAFLD)
Fortify-FattyLiverMAFLD-Factsheet.pdf
Cardiovascular(2 factsheets)
Hypertension
Fortify-Hypertension-Factsheet.pdf
Heart Conditions
Fortify-HeartConditions-Factsheet.pdf
Respiratory(1 factsheet)
Lung Conditions
Fortify-LungConditions-Factsheet.pdf
Renal(1 factsheet)
Chronic Kidney Disease
Fortify-ChronicKidneyDisease-Factsheet.pdf
Musculoskeletal(3 factsheets)
Chronic Pain
Fortify-ChronicPain-Factsheet.pdf
Fibromyalgia
Fortify-Fibromyalgia-Factsheet.pdf
Osteoarthritis
Fortify-Osteoarthritis-Factsheet.pdf
Autoimmune(2 factsheets)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Fortify-RheumatoidArthritis-Factsheet.pdf
Autoimmune Conditions
Fortify-AutoimmuneConditions-Factsheet.pdf
Neurological(1 factsheet)
Multiple Sclerosis
Fortify-MultipleSclerosis-Factsheet.pdf
Disclaimer: These factsheets are general information resources only and do not constitute personalised medical or clinical advice. Always consult your GP, specialist, or Accredited Exercise Physiologist before commencing a new exercise program. Sources: Exercise is Medicine Australia (ESSA) · Exercise Right (exerciseright.com.au) · ESSA Clinical Position Statements.
Client Stories
Real People. Real Results.
Hear from clients who have experienced the difference that evidence-based, clinician-led exercise can make — even through some of life's most challenging moments.
"I recovered really well during my breast cancer treatment — minimal fatigue, improved fitness and mindset. Having a structured program made all the difference when everything else felt out of my control."
Jenny
Fortify Movement & Health Client
"After my lung cancer treatment I noticed real improvements in my physical endurance, strength, and mood. The structured exercise program gave me a sense of progress at a time when I needed it most."
James
Fortify Movement & Health Client
"The breast cancer exercise class gave me so much confidence and strength. It helped me manage the side effects of chemotherapy in a way I didn't think was possible."
Robyn
Fortify Movement & Health Client
"Following my brain cancer surgery I needed to rebuild from the ground up. The personalised exercise program helped me increase my strength and improve my posture — I felt like myself again."
Chris
Fortify Movement & Health Client
"I was able to maintain my strength and felt genuinely energised continuing exercise throughout chemotherapy. I'm so glad I kept moving — it made a real difference to how I coped."
Suzanne
Fortify Movement & Health Client