Real-World Research Pilot Opportunity
Chronic Care Australia (CCA) is seeking 50 participants for a 12-week pilot program that will gather real world evidence for a best-practice Exercise Medicine, education, treatment and management approach for Australians living with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).
The pilot program will consider short (12 week) and long term (12 months) health and quality
of life benefits.The Stellar POTS Exercise Medicine Pilot Program has been developed in conjunction with Stellar Cardiology.
The expert multidisciplinary team includes:
✚ Specialist Cardiologist Dr Richard Alcock from Stellar Cardiology.
✚ Accredited Exercise Physiologists, clinical lead Katie Stewart with William Maziotis & Lachlan Poulter from CCA.
Inclusion Criteria: Formal POTS diagnosis by a General Practitioner.
Exclusion Criteria:
1. ME/CFS diagnosis.
2. Chronic generalised pain.
3. 6-months pre or post-op for any condition/procedure.
4. Does not understand English (due to requirements of questionnaires & education sessions).
Recruitment & Onboarding: September 29 – October 31, 2025
Program Dates: October 31, 2025 – February 15, 2026
How to Register: For further queries or a FREE 10 minute conversation with an accredited clinician, please call CCA on 08 9385 1430 or register your detail in the form below.
The Benefits of Exercise for POTS.
1
Regulate Cardiovascular Function
Improve heart rate variability and blood pressure stability with tailored, gradual exercise progression.
2
Enhance Circulatory Health
Strengthen the cardiovascular system and improve blood flow to reduce dizziness and fatigue.
3
Build Exercise Tolerance
Develop strategies to safely increase activity levels and improve endurance over time.
4
Support Mental Clarity
Reduce brain fog and improve cognitive function through structured movement and physical conditioning.
5
Improve Whole-Body Strength
Enhance muscle tone, stability, and coordination to support daily movement and independence.
Proven Science, Trusted Care.
Our POTS exercise program is based on clinical research and designed by experts to help individuals improve autonomic function and overall health.
Virtual Care Clinic.
Our Virtual Care Clinic allows us to deliver the same high quality, clinically proven exercise medicine treatment programs for those suffering from a range of chronic mental & physical health conditions to anyone no matter where they are across Australia or around the world.
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