Get to know
AXM Exercise Physiology
AXM Exercise Physiology is a locally owned Canberra business established in 2019.
We pride ourselves on person-centred care and listening to you and your story. This means the exercise program and guidance you receive from us is tailored to you and your individual needs and goals, with the aim to help you feel empowered and in control of your health, injury or exercise habits.
All of us at AXM Exercise Physiology love what we do, this passion drives our exercise physiologists and physiotherapists to help you achieve the outcomes and goals you set out to achieve. To help you achieve these outcomes and goals, our exercise physiologists and physiotherapists will always assess you as a person and not just a diagnosis or injury. An individualised treatment plan will then be developed in collaboration with you to ensure it is going to be achievable and fit into your expectations and schedule.
Our clinic is tailored to and open to everyone, we provide one-on-one consultations within our small private clinic, meaning you won’t have to worry about busy and potentially overwhelming gym environments. We can also come to a location of your choice with our mobile exercise physiology service. Mobile locations include your own home, local oval, local pool and local studio or gym.
At AXM Exercise Physiology we are able to accept clients from most compensatory schemes, including:
- The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
- Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) with a valid D904 referral from your general practitioner
- Medicare with a valid enhanced primary care referral from your general practitioner
- Motor Vehicle Accident Insurance Claims and Workers Compensations Injury Claims.
If you are unsure if you fit into any of these schemes feel free to get in contact with us over the phone or email and we will be happy to talk you through the process.
If you want to learn more about how exercise physiology and physiotherapy can benefit you follow the links below.
Meet the AXM EP TEAM
BEN BASSER-SILK
Director / Exercise Physiologist
Ben brings a fresh and innovative approach to the AXM Exercise Physiology team. He has interests across a diverse range of areas, with his most passionate areas being musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation and managing mental health through exercise.
Ben has a keen interest in prescribing exercise as a preventative tool for both musculoskeletal injury and chronic disease as well as helping people find the type of exercise and movement that best suits them.
Ben has extensive experience working with people with mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and bipolar disorder as well as many other conditions. This has led to Ben being passionate about helping people unlock the benefits of exercise that best suit their situation.
Outside of work, Ben has a keen interest for his own health through playing football and futsal.
Areas of interest:
- Mental health
- Musculoskeletal and sports injury rehabilitation
- Autism
- Neurological injury and disease
- Chronic disease management
Favourite saying/quote:
“Only a Sith deals in absolutes.” – Obi Wan Kenobi
Caelan Rice
Director / Exercise Physiologist
Caelan is an accredited exercise physiologist who is passionate about helping people access the benefits of exercise. Caelan understands that everyone’s exercise journey is different and by listening to you and your story, he is able to develop an exercise program or strategy that works for you.
Caelan’s passion falls across a broad range of conditions and disabilities. Over the years, Caelan has developed experience in persistent pain management and subsequently a particular interest in exercise and mental health.
Caelan enjoys helping people living with a variety of physical, psychoaffective and intellectual disabilities engage in meaningful exercise programs that improve quality of life.
Caelan is committed to making your exercise physiology experience tailored to you as a person, not just the injury, illness or disability you live with.
Areas of interest:
- Persistent pain management
- Mental Health
- Neurological injury and disease
- Intellectual disability
- Athletic and performance testing
Favourite Movie saying/quote:
“As far back as I can remember, I always wanted to be a gangster.” – Henry Hill
Emil Terbio
Physiotherapist
Emil is a practicing Physical Therapist from the Philippines before completing his post graduate degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Canberra.
While studying for his degree he worked as a disability support worker in the community supporting both neurological and paediatric patients. He has gained a variety of experience with Physiotherapy under his belt from Aged care all the way to supporting sports teams on game days.
is a strong advocate for patient communication and education, aiming to achieve the optimal results for both his patients and clients alike. His treatment focuses a lot on education and empowering clients and patients with the knowledge and information in the exercise that they do and why they’re doing it. He has very goal oriented approach and focuses on providing a rewarding exercise experience to individuals with varying neurological and musculoskeletal impairments and disabilities. He has taken particular interest in managing sporting, post operative injuries and patients living with persistent pain.
In his free time he enjoys spending time with family, loves to go for long runs and enjoys the scenic landscapes of Canberra.
Areas of interest:
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Dizziness and Vestibular Conditions
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Musculoskeletal and sports injury rehabilitation
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Pre and Post Surgery Rehab
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Neurological Condition
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Falls Prevention
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Chronic Pain Management and Education
Favourite saying/quote:
“They may take our lives, but they’ll never take our freedom!” –Braveheart, 1995