Tools In The E.P. Toolbox – Motivational Interviewing
What to do when someone simply isn't adhering to their exercise program? Let us introduce one of the tools in our toolbox, Motivational Interviewing.
The Therapeutic Benefits Of Pets
Are you looking for a convincing argument to get a pet? Look no further! This article discusses the therapeutic benefits of pets.
Shining the Spotlight on Men’s Health
For Men's Health Week, we dig into some of the statistics around Men's health... (Come on lads, it's time to get proactive!)
POTS Part 2: Recovery And Exercise
Last week, we introduced POTS - postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome. This week is all about exercise (and other lifestyle changes) for POTS.
Condition Spotlight: Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
POTS stands for Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome - most common in younger women, and resulting in a cluster of debilitating symptoms.
Fatigue – It’s Not Just Physical!
The experience of fatigue is not just physical... You can be cognitively, psychologically and socially fatigued too!
Why Aren’t I Recovering? 6 Mistakes That Our Chronic Fatigue Clients Make.
Fatigue can be a confusing experience. Here are 6 of the most common mistakes that our chronic fatigue clients make!
How Can I Stay Motivated For Exercise?
Exercise is one of those things that gets better with repetition, but staying motivated for exercise can be a challenge! Check out our 7 top tips.
In Her Shoes… A Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Case Study
Over 20,000 people in NZ and 100,000 people in Australia suffer from chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). This is a CFS story with a happy ending!
Working Well… The 5th Pillar Of Health?
The Health Benefits of Good Work (HBGW) are dedicated to educating employers on the benefits of work for both physical and mental wellbeing.
Workplace Lifting… Does Technique Really Matter?
Workplace lifting technique is something that isn't always taught to employees - but it should be! Check out our 5 top tips for safe lifting technique.
The Science of Happiness
The pursuit of happiness, a multi-billion dollar industry... But what about the science of happiness? Four research-based habits of happy people!
Is It Time To Engage The Psych?
We asked the team: What are the clues that indicate that it's time to engage a psychologist on a file?
Aches And Pains Creeping In? Exercise For Osteoarthritis.
Arthritis is common - one in 6 experience it. Exercise is great for osteoarthritis, but there are some guidelines to follow! Read them here.
It’s Not Just For Monks! Meditation For Chronic Pain.
While meditation can seem a bit 'out there' for some, the science proves that it works. Have you heard of meditation for chronic pain?
Getting A Step Ahead Of Rehab, With Prehab!
We are all about being proactive... And prehab is proactivity at its finest! Not convinced it's worth the extra effort? We took a look at the science!
What is Endometriosis?
1 in 10 NZ women are diagnosed with endometriosis, despite it being brushed off by many as just a "painful period"... What is endometriosis?
Working Together To Optimise Mental Health Outcomes
Instead of a 'client success story', this one is a 'collaboration success story' - two health professionals working together on a mental health case!
Three Ways Exercise Physiologists And Psychologists Can Collaborate
Ahh yes, the exercise physiologist / psychologist collaboration. Check out the 3 ways we aim to work together with psychologists!
Ask the Team - What’s the Best Exercise for Mental Health?
The best exercise for mental health benefits is a subjective question - we all had different answers for what we find works best for us!