Testimonials 

Don't take our word that we offer great service and get our clients results - hear what some of our clients have to say!

It has now been a year since I injured my back at work- creating not only two bulging lumbar discs, but also suffering acute disc prolapse on a third lumbar level.

The pain was unbearable and lasted through several months of very strong medication, physiotherapy and rest. I quite honestly thought that I would never be able to bend in any way again, drive a car or even tie my shoelace - and I definitely could never return to my previous job, which is working with children that have Autism. There seemed to be only a bleak future ahead for me, virtually disabled at only 42!

Then I was referred to Merendi Health & Wellness by a caring GP and Carly designed a rehabilitation program for me to very gradually strengthen my back, little by little every day.

By completing this rehabilitation program and working reduced hours at work allowed me to gradually build my strength until I was able to join in Carly’s Tuesday night Pilates class.

What an eye opener. I had previously done Yoga for years, but this was even better. Here I learnt how to do exercises that would activate muscles I never knew I had any control over, but I also learned how to hold my body posture in such a way that I avoid excessive strain and injury. Before I always thought it was about tucking in until my stomach hurt I now learned ways in which to make just a slight postural adjustment a new way of life. Best of all friends have commented on my weight loss- although I have not lost any weight, I am just standing up straighter and moving easier!

I continue to do my exercise routine every morning and also attend Pilates class at least 3 times a month and walk as often as I can. I no longer take copious amounts of medication every day, only on very bad days. I am able to fit my back rehabilitation program in with my full time work and my part time studies, as well as my life as a wife and mother of 2 young kids. All because Carly designed an exercise program it in such a way that I can fit it around my hectic lifestyle.

Although a year down the line I still do re-aggravate from time to time, which is in the nature of my profession, my recovery period is now ¼ of what it was previously. I think that in the future I might just one way regain the courage and confidence to get onto a horse or a rollercoaster once again.

Watch this space!

Thanks Carly and Merendi!

Brigitte Pernusch (August 2009)

I first visited the Exercise Physiologists at Merendi in January this year following episodes of Atrial Fibrillation. Their  initial assessment was thorough and a treatment/exercise plan was decided on for my particular problems. The main aim was to improve my endurance, core strength and balance, which has helped in other areas of concern as well. The staff are efficient and focussed with a friendly and informative approach and do not proceed past my “comfort zone”. It is great to know that Merendi's Exercise Physiologists are accredited with DVA and Medicare. I highly commend their work in the areas of Rehabilitation, Fitness Goals and other areas such as Nutrition and Weight Loss.

I am sure other people seeking a recovery program will find their approach far superior to Gym Workouts.

Pedro Newman (2009)