Hypermobility Exercise Physiology Toowoomba

Zebras represent those with invisible illness

This one’s for the Zebra’s

You’ve earned your stripes the hard way.

Through pain, injury, fatigue and misunderstanding. Maybe even gaslighting. 

You’ll never get that from me.

Or maybe, you’ve seen a reel on TikTok or Insta and you’re wondering if this could be you?

With the right movement and exercise, you can manage hypermobility.

Without having to suffer for it later.

“From the moment I walked in, I felt genuinely cared for”

Are you ready to feel strong and stable? 

Exercise physiology for hypermobility will have you:

💚 Improving your posture and joint alignment

💚 Feeling more stable in your joints

💚 Feeling less stiff and tight

💚 Managing chronic pain and fatigue

💚 Exercising without pain flares or fatigue

💚 Moving better day to day to minimise symptoms

💚 Improving your body awareness during exercise

💚 Knowing how to move optimally for you

💚 Improving your pelvic floor and core function

💚 Reducing your risk (or symptoms) of incontinence, prolapse, ongoing ab separation, or hernias at any life stage.

Exercise physiologist Rachel walking with pep in her step

Hypermobility is not uncommon.

1 in 10 people have joint hypermobility with a 3 times higher prevalence in women

Many women don’t even know they have it, or how it affects them.

Rachel being obsessed with pelvic biomechanics in a fun way

Hey, I’m Rach, your exercise physiologist next door.

I’m obsessed with human biomechanics.

Specifically how it can be used to create postural changes, stability and even nervous system regulation in women with hypermobility.

While it sometimes might not feel like it if you’re manging a hypermobile body, the human body is incredible in it’s ability to change.

Even those connective tissues.

Through a balance of improving body awareness, joint alignment & stability, strength and a little connective tissue stiffness, while managing pain and fatigue, change is possible.

Who it’s for.

For women who:

🩷 Who end up in pain after every exercise class no matter how ‘gentle’ it is

🩷 Who constantly want to stretch to resolve pain or tightness

🩷 Who are constantly rolling ankles, or injuring themselves

🩷 Who feel fatigued with day to day life

🩷 Who have persistent pain and niggles in muscles and joint 

🩷 Who have pelvic floor concerns

🩷 Who have hernias, or unresolved DRAM (ab separation)

🩷 Who always feel stiff no matter how much stretching or yoga they do

🩷 Who feel unstable in their joints

🩷 Who are super flexible— or used to be.

Who it’s not for.

Men— babes only sorry.

NDIS participants without prior conversation regarding suitability

Services I provide for hypermobility

Exercise physiology books about womens health

Exercise Physiology

Clinical Pilates for hypermobility and eds

Clinical Pilates

Home exercise physiology program on an app for hypermobility manangement

Home Exercise Programs

Max and Hugo clinic dogs, supporting your exercise for hypermobility

The process:

Book and attend your initial assessment in my home clinic

1

Attend in clinic exercise, complete your home program consistently, or both.

2

3

Get back to living your life.

Kind Words

  • After getting nowhere with other allied health professionals, I found Rachel at Ebb & Flow Exercise Physiology—and it was a game-changer. From the moment I walked in, I felt genuinely cared for. Rachel’s initial consultation was the most thorough I’ve ever experienced, and that level of detail gave me real confidence that we were finally going to get to the bottom of my concerns.

    What really sets Rachel apart is not just her expertise, but her warmth and sense of humour. She creates an environment that’s both professional and relaxed, which made me feel at ease and actually look forward to each session. And let’s not forget Max and Hugo—her two gorgeous dogs—who add an extra layer of joy to the experience. Their gentle presence and wagging tails always made my day a little brighter.

    I’ve come a long way since starting with Rachel. While I won’t go into clinical details, I feel stronger and more informed than I did before. I would absolutely recommend Rachel to anyone looking for a compassionate, skilled, and genuinely lovely exercise physiologist

    Alana M.

  • As someone who works in the Allied Health Industry myself, when the need arises to refer my clients to other health professionals it is very important to me to have a practitioner I know and trust to look after them.

    Without hesitation I confidently refer them to Rachel as an Exercise Physiologist. I have personally used her services and found her knowledge and techniques brilliant. Her expertise is extensive, and her approach is both professional and welcoming. I thoroughly recommend her.

    -Sharon L.

  • Rachel is fantastic! She is thorough in her assessment and really makes the effort to understand the cause of symptoms where other allied health practitioners have just shrugged it off. Strongly recommend!

    — Annabel F.

  • I can’t thank Rachel from Ebb & Flow Exercise Physiology enough! She truly listened and got to the heart of my issue. Rachel created a simple yet effective individualised exercise program to strengthen my Pelvic Floor, Core, and hip stability, and I already feel confident that I’ll be in top condition for the 100km walk I’m planning later this year.
    Her clinic is warm and welcoming, and her two adorable sausage dogs make the sessions even more enjoyable.
    I highly recommend Rachel to anyone looking for expert help with core and hip stability. Her approach is thoughtful, professional, and results-driven.

    -Katie Z

  • I have been seeing Rachel at Ebb and Flow for approx 6 months. She provides excellent and easy to understand one on one support. Rachel has helped me understand how specific muscles work and structures my sessions for maximum benefit.
    Additionally she has provided online resources for regular at home exercises sessions for me between one on one appointments.
    Rachel is helping me to improve my health and lifestyle. She also has a vast knowledge of ways to improve women's health.
    I would definitely recommend Rachel to potential clients.

    -Wendy T

Are you ready to manage your hypermobility?

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • My fees are set based on my expertise, qualifications, and experience.

    I have completed extensive additional training in pelvic floor function and exercise therapy, on top of my post-grad exercise physiology qualifications.

    To learn more about the session prices, duration and inclusions, please click the “APPOINTMENT INFO” button below.

  • As an exercise physiologist, I focus on movement, exercise and education to treat or help you manage your hypermobility.

    While it is outside my scope to diagnose or perform manual therapy, I still perform tests, assessments and use my hands to assess or guide you in your movements.

  • An exercise physiology assessment with me involves:

    • A pelvic health screening questionnaire

    • A chat about your life experiences; from sports, to work, to your health history

    • A posture assessment

    • Assessment of pressure management strategies

    • Movement analysis to look for compensations or limitations or excessive range of motion & instability

    • Assessment of your muscle activation patterns (including breathing and core)

    • Testing of your strength and imbalances

    • A discussion to create a plan that fits your circumstances and your life.

  • No, you do not.

    But you may be able to access a referral from your GP under a management plan if your pelvic floor dysfunction is chronic or you have another chronic condition such as low back pain.

    This would qualify you for up to 5 sessions per calendar year, where you can claim a medicare rebate.