Principal practitioner, Andrew Schwartz, is an accredited exercise physiologist and accredited musculoskeletal rehabilitation physiologist who specialises in injury rehabilitation and functional exercise programs. He works with both athletes and the general population in conditioning and rehab.
Some Health Fund Rebates Available!
Medicare Rebates available under the Enhanced Primary Care Plan.
Andrew works out of premises in Bondi Junction and Crows Nest.
SERVICES
Functional Fitness Programs
- A functional exercise is one that carries over into life.
- A functional exercise program will help to prevent injury and increase vitality.
- Machine based exercises make the body more unstable and more prone to injury.
- Exercise programs should be tailored to the individual – why do what everyone else does?
Injury Rehabilitation Programs
- Hands on therapy helps to relieve the pain of injury, but it does not fix the problem.
- A majority of injuries are caused by poorly functioning deep abdominal muscles allowing the body to fall into bad alignment.
- In order to effectively rehabilitate an injury, the body must re-establish correct movement patterns and position.
Post Pregnancy Exercise
- The process of having a baby will often cause the core muscles to shut down, especially if delivery is by cesarean. This is one of the reasons why one study showed that 44% of women will have back pain after giving birth.
- Starting exercise without taking into account this core dysfunction can be a contributor to injury as well.
- The first step in starting to exercise after having a baby is to re-establish function of the core muscles so it can cope with the stresses that will be placed on the body.
For more information, contact Andrew at CoMotion
Testimonials
I have worked with Andrew Schwartz, exercise physiologist, for over 10 years. He has conducted individually tailored gym based rehabilitation exercise and functional conditioning programs for patients with mechanical low back pain, other musculoskeletal conditions and chronic pain syndromes. These patients require expertise in both the physical as well as cognitive-behavioural aspects of an exercise program. Andrew has excelled in all areas of his service and receives accolades from both his patients/clients and their treating physiotherapists.
I have no hesitation in recommending his services.
Dr David Lewington
Consultant Physician Rehabilitation Medicine
Back, Neck and Musculoskeletal Specialist
I have suffered from upper and lower back pain from two ski injuries for about 4 years. During this time I had seen several Osteo’s and Physio’s, none who have been able to help me achieve long-term pain relief.
When I initially consulted Andrew I was in constant pain, unable to sleep properly at night and very sore when I exercised. I have been using Andrew’s services for about three months and the transformation has been amazing. I am sleeping much better, am in very little pain and have been exercising 5-6 times a week.
I have found Andrew’s approach to have worked very well for my injuries and would have no hesitation in recommending his services to anyone who has suffered from similar back problems.
Hannah Brooks
From my experience, it is rare to find someone who really understands the body and how it works. After having three children and resuming my running program, I suffered from inexplicable chronic back pain for over six months. I consulted numerous physiotherapists and chiropractors who were unable to help me and in some circumstances, exacerbated the pain.
It was a great relief for me to meet Andrew, who was referred to me by a physiotherapist and musculo skeletal specialist. Andrew has helped me develop an awareness of how my pain is generated and how to move and function in a manner that eliminates it.
Andrew has taught me how to do all the things I need to do day to day, including lifting heavy children, as well as the things I enjoy doing, like running, without triggering pain. I find Andrew thorough, detailed and convincing. His approach integrates both body and mind and most importantly, leaves me with a good understanding of my problems and solutions. I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone who has back pain.
Janine Zylstra
QUALIFICATION DETAILS
Principal practitioner
Andrew Schwartz
B.Sp.Sc (Ex.Sc) AEP MSk MAAESS
CHEK CP1, HLC 1
Accreditations
Accredited Exercise Physiologist with the Australian Association for Exercise And Sports Science (AAESS)
Accredited Musculo-Skeletal Rehabilitation Specialist with the Australian Association for Exercise And Sports Science (AAESS)
Accredited Practitioner with the C.H.E.K. Institute.
Accredited Holistic Lifestyle Coach with the C.H.E.K. Institute.
Andrew has completed an internship at the Australian Institute of Sport.
Andrew currently liaises with doctors and physiotherapists regarding injury rehabilitation programs for both sports injury rehabilitation and the general population.
Andrew has also worked with elite rugby players, professional golfers, olympic level swimmers, rowers and track athletes and can also help YOU.
Service Categories
Exercise Physiology, Personal Trainers, Sports Injury Therapy
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