Yolanda Van Vugt, Author at Specialised Health

Education Wellness

Moving Towards Better Brain Health: How Exercise Improves Cognition and Prevents Alzheimer’s

In light of World Alzheimer’s Day (the 21st of September 2026) and World Alzheimer’s Month,…

Yolanda Van VugtSeptember 20, 2026

Case Studies Ex Phys & RTW Musculoskeletal

Early Intervention In Action: Stronger Starts For Stronger Outcomes

Early intervention in exercise rehabilitation can prevent acute pain from developing into a chronic, long-term…

Yolanda Van VugtSeptember 6, 2026

Fatigue HRV

Managing Post Exertional Malaise with Biometrics, Not Guesswork

In our previous article, we explored how to identify Post-Exertional Malaise (PEM) - the severe,…

Yolanda Van VugtAugust 23, 2026

Education Fatigue Rehab

Managing Post-Exertional Malaise (PEM) in Fatigue Conditions

Imagine living with a chronic fatigue condition for months, or even years. You know that…

Yolanda Van VugtAugust 9, 2026

Pain

What It’s Really Like Living with Chronic Pain: A Spotlight for National Pain Week

This 26th-31st July 2026 marks National Pain Week in Australia. It’s a crucial opportunity to…

Yolanda Van VugtJuly 26, 2026

Education Ex Phys & RTW Rehab

From Rehab to Independence with our Continuity Program

We have all seen it happen: A workplace launches a 30-day mindfulness challenge, or a…

Yolanda Van VugtJuly 12, 2026

Behind the Scenes Communication Tips Ex Phys & RTW

Why Specialised Health was Built for Rehabilitation Providers

In the world of occupational rehabilitation, the gap between a client’s physical recovery and their…

Yolanda Van VugtJune 27, 2026

Cancer Case Studies Ex Phys & RTW

Supporting the RTW Transition Post Cancer Treatment

For many individuals, completing cancer treatment is just the beginning of a new, often daunting…

Yolanda Van VugtJune 14, 2026

Cancer Education Exercise Tips

Regular Exercise Can Help Prevent Bowel Cancer: True or False?

Australia and New Zealand hold some of the highest rates of Bowel cancer worldwide, with…

Yolanda Van VugtMay 31, 2026

Case Studies Ex Phys & RTW HRV Mental Health

How EP and HRV Restored a GP’s Career: A Mental Health Case Study

In the high-pressure world of healthcare, the line between "dedication" and "depletion" is often razor-thin.…

Yolanda Van VugtMay 17, 2026

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