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Fatigue in the Workplace - Part 1: How to Spot It and Why It's Important

In today's fast-paced and increasingly complex world, fatigue has become an all too familiar companion. It should be no surprise then, that it’s a big deal in the workplace…

So how do you spot a worker struggling with fatigue? And why is it so important to do so?

Read this week's blog to find out!

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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!

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Energy, Endurance, and Empathy: A Chronic Pain and Chronic Fatigue Case Study

“I can’t thank Shara enough, she has given me my life back.”

Struggling with multiple chronic health conditions can be an incredibly difficult experience, but it's not impossible to overcome.

In our latest blog post, we share the inspiring story of Amy (name changed for privacy), a fitness enthusiast and project manager who was hit with a trifecta of fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, and chronic fatigue syndrome.

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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.

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Returning to Work After an Injury - Our Top Five Tips

Returning to work after an injury can be a challenging experience, and it's something that many people struggle with.

At Specialised Health, we know that getting people ready to return to work is often only the first step in the journey!

That's why we've compiled our top five tips for a successful return to work post-injury.

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No Gym? No Problem! - Why We Love Taking Exercise Physiology Outdoors

Outdoor exercise has become a favourite pastime for many, and for good reason.

From mental well-being to sustainability, our latest blog post shares our top three reasons for taking EP sessions outdoors.

Read on to learn how you (and your customers!) can benefit from exercising in the great outdoors.

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Back to Work - But In His Dream Job!

Charles*, a 51-year-old pharmacist, found a new lease on life after working with

Specialised Health to regain function and confidence through exercise.

As he progressed through the program, he rediscovered his passion for cycling and landed a new, self-fulfilling job at a bike shop.

Read this week's blog for the full story.

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Integrating Social Connection Into Exercise Physiology

Social interaction is a critical aspect of mental health and well-being, but in today's fast-paced world, it's easy to feel isolated and disconnected.

At Specialised Health, we integrate social interaction into our exercise physiology programs to promote better mental health outcomes.

Learn more about the benefits of social connection in our latest blog post.

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Customer Satisfaction - How We're Using Feedback to Improve Your Experience at Specialised Health

Get ready to experience the best possible service at Specialised Health!

We know that customer satisfaction is everything, which is why we're always asking for feedback on your experience.

Check out this week’s blog to learn about how our data-driven team endeavours to meet the needs of those we work with.

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Creating Supportive Workplaces - How to Help Employees Thrive After a Mental Health Claim

Worried about the struggles employees face after a mental health claim? Our latest blog has the answers!

Discover "Creating Supportive Workplaces: How to Help Employees Thrive After a Mental Health Claim."

Join us in the mission to make mental health a top priority in the workplace!

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Getting Back to Work and Life - A Breast Cancer Survivor's Success Story with Exercise Physiology

Samantha*, a breast cancer survivor, was struggling with physical and mental exhaustion but with the help of our exercise physiologist, James, she was able to reclaim her independence and vitality.

Check out this heartwarming success story and learn how exercise physiology can make a difference in your life or the life of someone you know.

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Building Strong Rapport: Our 5 Essential Factors

The key to creating and facilitating a successful exercise program lies in building and maintaining strong rapport. There is no doubt about it.

A positive and trusting relationship between an exercise physiologist and a client can lead to better outcomes, faster recovery, and an improved outlook regarding physical activity and health status overall.

We pride ourselves in building strong relationships with our clients, so how do we do it?

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A Return to Work After Amputation

A serious accident is a life-changing event.

For this claimant, those changes involved amputation and the many challenges that come with that - mental as well as physical.

Read his story here and find out how exercise stepped in to be life-changing in a good way!

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The Research Behind Breathwork

If you’ve worked with us before, you may have come across breathwork in your claimants reports and email updates.

You may have wondered how something as basic as breathing, is going to help with their recovery.

This article answers it all! Presenting the science that shows that it really does make a difference, and our favourite breathing strategy that anyone can use to get started.

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Heart Attack, Heart Failure and Hard Work. A Case Study

A heart attack is a nasty surprise for anyone… But just imagine having a heart attack, and finding out afterwards that you have been in heart failure for so long that you only have 14% heart function left!

This is what happened to Carlos, a hard working man in his early 40’s and a father of 3 young children.

Read his story about how he defied the odds, working with our EP Huss.

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