Fibromyalgia is a term that you may have come across, but do you really understand what it means? This condition affects approximately 3-5% of Australians, yet it remains shrouded in mystery for many. As exercise physiologists, we have seen firsthand the challenges faced by those living with Fibromyalgia. Therefore, we aim to shed some […]
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Affecting approximately 1 in 5 Australians, chronic pain is a lot more common than many people think (1). Anyone who has experienced chronic pain knows how debilitating it can be, limiting daily activities and negatively impacting overall quality of life. While medications can help manage pain, they often come with unwanted side effects. Exercise,
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Returning to work after an injury can be a challenging experience, and it’s something that many people struggle with. As a company who works in the return to work space, we’ve seen firsthand how difficult it can be for people to adjust to the demands of their job after an injury. Whether you’ve been
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Exercising outdoors has become a favourite pastime for many, especially in recent years with COVID forcing many people to look for ways to stay healthy and active outside the traditional gym setting. Whether it’s a sunrise jog, an afternoon hike, or a weekend cycling adventure, exercising in the great outdoors offers a range of
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Our job at Specialised Health is to get people back to work and life. Most of the time we help people return to the same job with the same employer. Often, people return to the same job with a new employer. Once in a while, through our programs people find themselves able to return to
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It is well known that the world’s population is getting older. The world health organisation predicts that by 2030, one in six people worldwide will be over 60 years old. On one front, people living longer is fantastic and opens up a world of possibilities – more time to pursue and explore education, career pathways
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Social interaction is a fundamental aspect of human life. We thrive on social connection and relationships, and research has shown that social interaction is critical for our mental health and well-being. However, in today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world, many of us find ourselves disconnected from others. At Specialised Health, we recognise the importance of
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Customer satisfaction is the cornerstone of any successful business and at Specialised Health we are committed to delivering the best possible experience. What better way to achieve that, than to ask people how their experience was? The Net Promoter Score Being the data-driven people that we are, we use various tools to
Mental health conditions are becoming more and more prevalent as a reason for taking time away from work. It is for this reason that we created our Headstrong program! On top of the absence itself, Australian statistics suggest that individuals returning to work following time off for mental health reasons, are facing many challenges.
Samantha* was a strong and determined woman, but her life was turned upside down when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2020. Following a lengthy period including all kinds of treatment, she found that her illness was taking a toll on her in ways she never could have imagined. Almost one year after her
