Kieser
Experience the benefits of Kieser’s health-based strength training! Their programs help you stay active, no matter what your age is. Reduce pain, delay or avoid surgery, and boost your mobility, strength, and overall quality of life.
What is it?
Kieser has a network of physiotherapy, exercise physiology and strength training clinics across Australia. Their active approach to the management of chronic musculoskeletal conditions, chronic disease and rehabilitation is designed to help provide the best pathway to recovery or long-term self-management.
Specialising in health-focused strength training, Kieser empowers individuals to continue pursuing their passions regardless of age. The integrated Kieser programs aim to:
Reduce pain and improve functional outcomes for clients with osteoarthritis or back pain.
Delay or possibly avoid surgery.
Maximise function to improve mobility during physical activity.
Increase overall strength to improve mobility and quality of life.
You'll have an individualised care plan developed for you that includes:
An initial assessment with a physiotherapist.
One-on-one sessions with a physiotherapist.
One-on-one training sessions with an exercise scientist.
An individualised strengthening program using the Swiss engineered equipment at Kieser.
Access to the Kieser App.
Ongoing assessments to evaluate your improvement.
A home exercise program and education program.
A discharge self-management plan.
The length of the program is 15 weeks.
Additional services including a dietitian and onward referral to a range of other health services can be provided when appropriate.
Who’s it for?
Kieser is designed for individuals who are at risk of needing surgery for hip or knee osteoarthritis or for a lumbar spine condition may be able to take advantage of this program.
Eligibility criteria
To be eligible for the Kieser program, participants must:
Hold an active and eligible Gold-tier Hospital, Silver Plus Assure Hospital or an Overseas policy and have held this cover continuously for at least 12 months
Maintain eligible cover for the duration of the program
Have a diagnosis of hip or knee osteoarthritis or a lumbar spine condition that has been present for no less than 6 months and is affecting activities of daily living
Be able to access an eligible program location (check here).
PLEASE NOTE:
Members can only participate in one Westfund Movement program at a time.
The Kieser program is available once per lifetime.
This is not an exhaustive list of eligibility requirements. Final eligibility is determined by the program provider.
Getting started
Taking the first step
Read through the program eligibility criteria above.
Enquire and enrol in the program
If you have any questions or you’re ready to enrol, our friendly team is here to help. Simply call 1300 937 838, send us an email or enquire below. Alternatively, you can learn more and enrol in your chosen program through Kieser.
Our Health and Wellbeing Team
Once you've enrolled through Kieser or via our team, our program providers will be in contact with you to confirm clinical eligibility and next steps.