2021 – what a year it was! At the end of 2020 I think we all took a deep breath, saying “2021 will be better”… And okay, maybe it wasn’t muuuch better in Covid terms (Melbourne taking first place for the longest lockdown in the world of 262 days, and Auckland coming in over 100 […]
2021 in Review at Specialised Health Read More »
As much as we ourselves know that exercise physiology is nothing to fear, we do at times come across clients who are apprehensive about engaging in a program with us. The word ‘exercise’ in itself carries negative connotations for some people. For those who have tried and failed to get into a good exercise routine,
Is Your Claimant Apprehensive about Starting Exercise Physiology? Read More »
“I can come to you” Music to the ears of someone who is terrified to leave their home, someone who is unable to drive due to their injury, or someone who experiences limiting fatigue. We have been a mobile business since inception in 2013, and there are good reasons that we’ve chosen to stay that
Why We Insist that Mobile is Best! Read More »
The PSFS – patient-specific functional scale – is one of the rare outcome measures that we consider compulsory to assess during every assessment, no matter the client or condition. It’s simple, quick, and easy to complete – yet it gives us hugely valuable information. To complete a PSFS assessment, the client is asked to identify
4 Reasons Why We Love Using the PSFS to Assess Client Outcomes Read More »
If we’ve been on your radar for a little while and you’ve considered reaching out to us before, but you just haven’t gotten around to it yet… Maybe this article will help get you over the line! We aim to make it as simple and as straightforward as possible for you to make a referral
Considering making a referral? Read More »
The incidence of mental health conditions (and therefore mental health claims) are on the rise. Here at Specialised Health alone, we saw our mental health referrals increase by 58% from the year ending April 2020 compared to April 2021 – that’s more than double! What’s more, the recommendations for those on a mental health claim
Headstrong – our New Mental Health Program (…and Research Study!) Read More »
This year our NZ team has expanded, along with the areas we cover! Like our people, our little country is unique and so we saw fit to introduce our new regions (and our existing regions) with some facts about what makes them special. Auckland Starting at the top of the country with our biggest
A Virtual Tour of NZ Read More »
The culture of progression, passion and authenticity behind Specialised Health drives all of us to provide quality Exercise Physiology services in the compensable space. We support claimants in achieving their return to work and life goals through specialist exercise and lifestyle prescription while recognising the importance of open communication with all parties involved in the
🔦 Staff Spotlight 🔦 – Yolanda van Vugt, Auckland/ Taupo Read More »
Another month gone by and already into March – and it’s all systems go at our end! We have some exciting new things in the works (but you’ll have to keep your eyes peeled for those coming up in the next few weeks and months!) For now, make yourself a cuppa, sit back, and enjoy
🕵️♀️ February 2021 Review 🕵️♀️ Read More »
One month down! We’ve hit the ground running to help you help claimants achieve their work and life goals. Meanwhile, in the background, we are keeping up our blogs and socials. These are for you, are they helpful? Let us know! And send us in any requests if there are any topics you would like to
🕵️♀️ January 2021 – Review 🕵️♀️ Read More »
