Chronic condition management

Exercise is medicine. Let's use it safely.

Supervised, monitored exercise for diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and heart and lung conditions, working alongside your doctor's care.

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Why it matters

Regular exercise is one of the most powerful tools for your health.

Regular physical activity can help with blood sugar control, blood pressure, cholesterol, weight, energy and mood. But when you're living with a health condition, it's hard to know where to start, and what's safe.

Madeleen screens your health, takes your medication into account and starts you at the right level. Sessions are supervised and monitored, and your programme grows with you, so you can build fitness with confidence.

Conditions Madeleen works with

Type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetes

High blood pressure

High cholesterol

Heart conditions, once cleared by your doctor

Asthma and other lung conditions

Being overweight

Arthritis and osteoporosis

Low fitness after illness

Step by step

How your programme works

Health screening

Your history, medication, blood pressure, heart rate and current fitness.

A safe starting point

Exercise at the right intensity for your condition and fitness.

Monitored sessions

Your responses are checked during exercise, and the programme is adjusted as needed.

Independence

Over time you learn to exercise safely on your own, with regular check-ins.

What to expect

In the practice and at home

At your sessions

Supervised cardio and strength exercise
Monitoring such as blood pressure and heart rate
Advice on exercising safely with your medication

At home

A realistic plan to be more active every week
Practical goals you can stick to
Support to keep going

Most medical aids accepted. Cover depends on your plan and benefits. Check your medical aid or see what to bring to your first visit.

FAQ

Questions people often ask

Is it safe to exercise with high blood pressure or diabetes?

For most people, yes, and regular exercise is part of looking after these conditions. That's why Madeleen screens your health first and supervises your sessions. If you have a heart condition, you'll need your doctor's go-ahead before starting.

Will exercise replace my medication?

No. Exercise works alongside your medical care. Never stop or change your medication without speaking to your doctor.

How much exercise should I be doing?

The World Health Organization recommends that adults do at least 150 minutes of moderate activity a week, plus muscle-strengthening exercise on two or more days. Madeleen will help you build up to this safely, starting wherever you are now.

Does medical aid pay for chronic condition programmes?

Most medical aids are accepted, and some schemes have specific benefits for chronic conditions. Cover depends on your plan, so ask us to help you check.

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Whether you're recovering from injury, managing a health condition or simply want to feel stronger, let's build a plan that works for you.

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