From Crowded to Coordinated: Perfecting the multidisciplinary approach in rehab
Do you ever worry that involving multiple providers in rehabilitation feels too crowded or overwhelming? Don't let this deter you from accessing valuable services!
Discover three key strategies we use to transform a "crowded" rehab environment into a seamless, coordinated team effort in our latest article.
Navigating the Return to Work Puzzle: Where Does Exercise Physiology Fit?
Discover how exercise physiology is the missing piece in your return-to-work puzzle AND why partnering with us could be your next great decision.
Read this week's blog to learn how we can empower you to get great outcomes for your customers
Striking the Perfect Balance: Speed and Sustainability in Return to Work Rehabilitation
We understand that both speed and sustainability are crucial when it comes to return-to-work programs.
Finding the perfect balance? That’s where the real challenge lies.
This week, we dive deep into how we seamlessly integrate these priorities to achieve the best possible outcomes for everyone involved.
GP Case Conferencing: Enhancing Return to Work Outcomes
At Specialised Health, we understand the importance of a collaborative approach in the management of Return to Work (RTW) programmes. One of the key elements of this approach is GP case conferencing. This practice involves holding a structured meeting between multiple parties on a case, typically the General Practitioners (GPs), Rehabilitation Providers (RPs) and us, the Exercise Physiologists (EPs). If we can encourage Insurers, Employers and any other relevant stakeholders to come along, the more the better…
Rehab Providers and Occupational Therapists - Do you want to know capacity without having to ask for it?
The frustration of piecing together scant information, coordinating with various health professionals, the client, and their workplace, is a challenge we're intimately familiar with.
Our Director, Brad Domek, experienced these frustrations firsthand during his 8 years in the field.
Read this week's blog to find out how it shapes our approach!
An 8-Week Transformation: Overcoming Anxiety to Re-engage in Work
In the sphere of mental health in occupational rehab, the narrative often touches on the profound struggles individuals face when anxiety impedes their professional lives.
This week we share the story of a customer who was able to make significant strides in just 8-weeks.
Read now!
Identifying Ideal Candidates for Exercise Physiology: Navigating Your Case List
Navigating the complex world of rehabilitation can often feel like solving a puzzle for case managers. That's why we've simplified it for you!
Our latest blog delves into the six pivotal scenarios where a referral to Exercise Physiology (EP) can significantly enhance your claimants' recovery journey.
Enhancing Return-to-Work Processes with Exercise Physiology. A Strategic Approach for Employers
Are you struggling with the challenges of managing employee absenteeism due to injuries?
We have something that can revolutionise your approach to these challenges!
🚀 Introducing Our Latest Article:
"Accelerating Recovery with Exercise Physiology: A Game-Changer for Employers"
Biometrics. A Valuable Tool in Invisible Illness?
Wearable technology is predicted as the #1 fitness trend for 2024.
In our opinion, it's one you should get on board with!
Read this weeks blog for what insights HRV can give us and how to get started with tracking yours.
Three Reasons Psychologists Should Pick Up Our Calls
In 2023, 20% of our total referrals were for a primary mental health claim.
We are always looking to do the best we can and that includes collaborating with the experts!
Read this blog for three ways Exercise Physiologists and Psychologists can collaborate!
Exercise Physiology Explained
What is Exercise Physiology?
What do Exercise Physiologists do?
What qualifications do they have?
All of your questions answered in this blog!!
Check it out now.
Self Management: The Real End Goal 🎯
If we've done our job right, our clients won't need us forever.
Regardless of the specific goals—be it returning to work, improving well-being, or achieving work readiness—we always have an underlying goal of effective self-management.
So, how do we ensure we hit the mark?
Check out the top three things we focus on in this week's blog!
Unlocking Potential with Neuromuscular Rehabilitation
Experiencing a condition involving a loss of muscle function can be incredibly frustrating.
Fortunately, as exercise physiologists, we possess a valuable tool in our arsenal that offers hope. This tool harnesses the remarkable concept of neuroplasticity…
Delve into this week's blog to discover more
Osteo-what? The Difference Between Osteoporosis and Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis, osteopenia, osteoporosis. . . do you know the difference?
These terms may initially seem interchangeable, but their nuances are important.
Check out this week's blog to learn about the differences and stay well-informed - for yourself, your customers or your friends and family.
Early Intervention for Better Outcomes
"I just wish I could have started exercise physiology sooner."
We get this feedback all too often!
It’s not just our customers who underscore the importance of early interventions; we wholeheartedly agree, and the research resonates. Check out this week's blog to read more!
Heart Rate Variability (HRV) in Fatigue Management: A peek into the research
We’ve been using HRV in the fatigue space for a long time now, so we know it works.
But just to make sure, and to further convince any sceptics, we thought we would
check in with the research as of 2023. . .
Is our confidence warranted? Read now to find out!
Breaking the Chains of Chronic Pain: Part 2 - The Psychological Benefits of Exercise
Have you ever experienced the psychological implications of chronic pain?
In part two of our 'Breaking the Chains of Chronic Pain series', we explore some of the psychological benefits of exercise we see when working in the chronic pain space.
Discover how it can help reduce fear, stress, and uncertainty around pain, and empower your customers to take an active role in their pain management.
Getting In The Zone - How to use heart rate zones to get the most from your workouts
The days of doing endless cardio without purpose are over!
Bring intention and focus to your training sessions this year with heart rate zones.
Calculate your personalised zones and learn how to train in them in this weeks blog.
Why And How To Track Your Heart Rate
Do you track your heart rate when you exercise?
If your answer is a no, we think you should change that!
Check-out this week's blog to learn about why heart rate tracking could be the game-changer you’re looking for in your 2023 exercise routine.
Combating ‘Aches and Pains’ with Exercise
“To say that correct posture is a prerequisite of a healthy life, is not an exaggeration”
Designing exercise programs in the return to work space is usually based on a concept of specificity - where we look to mimic the movements used at work.
When it comes to designing programs to improve posture, the opposite is true.
Read this week's blog to learn why it is important to combat the postural implications of work, and how we do it with exercise!