The prescription of medication and client health care is primarily the responsibility of a doctor. However, doctors are very busy and modern medication means that health conditions which used to be very serious can now be managed better. To make this easier for patients, qualified professionals can now support patients with medical conditions.
This means that patients with medical conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes asthma and varicose veins can be advised and supported to take the right approach to fitness for their condition. Some patients may be terrified of doing exercise for fear of making things worse, others can feel it is a weakness to give in to the medical condition. Diane Owen gained her GP Referral qualification in 2006, and helps to motivate and encourage patients with health conditions to find the right path to fitness.
Diane Owen is qualified to manage conditions with special exercise routines. Examples of these are-
- Cardiovascular illnesses-narrowing of the arteries, critical limb ischemia, heart attack, blood pressure, congestive heart failure, valvular heart disease, varicose veins and phlebitis, coronary angioplasty.
- Pulmonary diseases- asthma, congestive disease
- Diabetes
- Hypercholestreolemia
- Obesity
- Bone and Joint problems –osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, arthritis, posture problems.
Whether you are recovering from a heart attack or coping with arthritis Diane will work in collaboration with your GP, so you know you are in safe hands. Medical conditions can occur at any stage of life, and it is always worth seeking advice about coping day to day.
In some cases you may decide yourself that you want to manage your medical condition through exercise. If you contact Diane for a first consultation, she will want to know the details of your GP, and may wish to refer back to the doctor before beginning to train you.
Most medical conditions can be improved with the right exercise. Diane understands the effects of any medication you may have been prescribed, and works alongside the doctor in helping to manage, cure or reduce the effects of medical conditions.
