Madison Stanley
Exercise Physiologist
Madison Stanley – Accredited Exercise Physiologist
Madison Stanley is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist at PhysioWorks Ashgrove, Clayfield and Sandgate. She uses individually prescribed exercise to help people build strength, physical capacity, movement confidence and long-term function.
Madison works with people who want more structure and clinical guidance than a general exercise or gym program can provide. Her programs consider your health history, current capacity, symptoms and goals before exercise is progressed.
Her approach is practical and supportive. Madison aims to give you a clear starting point, explain why each exercise matters and adjust your program as your strength, fitness and confidence change.
Profession
Accredited Exercise Physiologist
Clinics
PhysioWorks Ashgrove, Clayfield and Sandgate
University
University of the Sunshine Coast
Professional Association
Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA)
Clinical Focus
Individual exercise assessment, prescription and progression
Exercise Settings
Clinic, gym, home and suitable water-based exercise programs
PhysioWorks Exercise Physiology
Book Exercise Physiology
Exercise Physiology appointments are available at Ashgrove, Clayfield and Sandgate.
When Madison May Be a Good Fit
Building Strength and Capacity
You want a structured exercise program that starts at an appropriate level and progresses as your strength, fitness and confidence improve.
Managing a Long-Term Health Condition
You need exercise adapted to your health history, symptoms and current physical capacity rather than a generic fitness program.
Returning to Exercise or Activity
You have been less active because of injury, illness, pain or reduced confidence and want professional guidance on how to build back safely.
Madison’s Clinical Interests
Madison works with people across a broad range of health conditions and functional goals. Her clinical interests include:
Bone, Joint and Musculoskeletal Health
Exercise programs for people managing osteoarthritis, arthritis, osteoporosis, back pain, musculoskeletal injuries and persistent pain.
Neurological Rehabilitation
Exercise support for people living with neurological conditions where strength, balance, coordination, mobility or physical capacity may be affected.
Metabolic and Chronic Health
Condition-aware exercise for people managing diabetes, reduced fitness and other long-term health needs.
Balance, Falls and Healthy Ageing
Strength, balance and functional exercise for people who want to maintain mobility, confidence and independence.
Exercise Oncology and Other Health Needs
Graded exercise may form part of broader care for people managing cancer treatment or recovery, cardiovascular or respiratory conditions and other health concerns where individual exercise prescription is appropriate.
Return to Function and Exercise
Progressive strengthening and conditioning for people rebuilding activity tolerance after injury, surgery or a period of reduced activity.
Madison’s Approach to Exercise Physiology
Exercise Physiology is more than being given a list of exercises. Madison starts by understanding your health, current activity, physical capacity and the activities that matter to you.
She then develops an individual program and monitors how you respond. Exercise difficulty, load, volume and complexity can be adjusted over time so the program remains appropriate as your capacity changes.
Madison also considers practical factors such as where you prefer to exercise, what equipment you have available and how exercise can fit into your usual week.
What to Expect at Your First Appointment
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Discuss Your Health and Goals
Madison will ask about your medical history, symptoms, current activity, previous exercise experience and the goals that matter most to you.
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Assess Your Current Capacity
Your assessment may include relevant strength, balance, mobility, endurance or functional tasks depending on why you are attending.
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Choose a Practical Starting Point
Madison will select exercises that match your current ability, health considerations and confidence.
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Build Your Exercise Plan
Your program may include strength, balance, aerobic, mobility or functional exercise depending on your needs.
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Review and Progress
Your exercises can be reviewed and adjusted as your tolerance, strength and physical capacity change.
Hydrotherapy and Supported Exercise
Madison also supports suitable water-based exercise pathways through PhysioWorks Sandgate. Hydrotherapy can provide a lower-impact exercise environment for some people who find land-based exercise difficult or uncomfortable.
Suitability and class access should be discussed with the Sandgate team because the current hydrotherapy pathway remains assessment or reception-assisted rather than a direct class booking pathway.
Exercise Physiology and Physiotherapy
Exercise Physiology and physiotherapy can complement each other, but they have different roles.
Physiotherapy may be the better first step when you have a new injury, acute or worsening pain, significant movement restriction or symptoms that require assessment. Exercise Physiology is often useful when the main goal is structured exercise, longer-term strengthening, conditioning, chronic-condition support or graded return to function.
Some people move between both services as their needs change.
Qualifications and Professional Background
Madison is a graduate of the University of the Sunshine Coast and works as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with PhysioWorks.
Her work focuses on individual exercise assessment, prescription and progression for people with different health needs, physical abilities and functional goals.
Appointments, Referrals and Funding
Exercise Physiology appointments with Madison are available at PhysioWorks Ashgrove, Clayfield and Sandgate.
You can book a private Exercise Physiology appointment without a referral. Medicare, DVA, NDIS, WorkCover, CTP and other funded pathways may have referral, approval or eligibility requirements.
Private health rebates also depend on your individual policy. Reception can help explain the appointment and documentation requirements, but your insurer or funding body determines your individual eligibility and rebate.
If relevant, bring referral paperwork, reports, scans, medication information, claim details or funding approvals to your appointment.
Madison Stanley FAQs
Where does Madison Stanley practise?
Madison Stanley provides Exercise Physiology appointments at PhysioWorks Ashgrove, Clayfield and Sandgate.
What does Madison Stanley help with?
Madison uses individually prescribed exercise to support strength, balance, physical capacity, chronic-condition management, injury recovery and return to activity. Your program depends on your assessment, health history and goals.
Do I need a referral to see Madison?
No referral is normally required for a private Exercise Physiology appointment. Referral or approval requirements may apply if you are using Medicare, DVA, NDIS, WorkCover, CTP or another funded pathway.
Does Madison provide hydrotherapy?
Madison supports suitable water-based exercise pathways through PhysioWorks Sandgate. Contact Sandgate reception to discuss assessment and current hydrotherapy access.
Should I book physiotherapy or Exercise Physiology?
Physiotherapy may be the better first step for a new injury, acute or worsening pain or an unclear movement problem. Exercise Physiology may be appropriate when your main goal is structured exercise, strengthening, conditioning, chronic-condition support or graded return to function.
What to Do Next
Book an Exercise Physiology appointment with Madison and choose Ashgrove, Clayfield or Sandgate as your preferred clinic.
If you are unsure which clinic, appointment type or funding pathway to choose, reception can help before you book.
PhysioWorks Exercise Physiology
Book Exercise Physiology
Choose Ashgrove, Clayfield or Sandgate to book an Exercise Physiology appointment online.
Classes and Specialised Exercise Services
Call reception for Bone Density classes, Hydrotherapy, Functional Capacity Evaluations, group exercise or help choosing the right Exercise Physiology appointment.
