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
As an exercise physiologist, the key to creating and facilitating a successful exercise program lies in building and maintaining strong rapport with clients. 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
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How do you think you would cope with the loss of a limb? After a major motor vehicle accident in 2018, Gordon was left to pick up the pieces – with widespread fractures across his body and the amputation of his left leg from the knee down. Over the years that followed, he did
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If you’ve worked with us before, you may have come across breathwork in your customers reports and email updates. In doing so, you may have wondered how something as basic as breathing, is going to help someone in their recovery. As a company who prides themselves on using evidence-based practice, we thought it would
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The increasing incidence of aches and pains is something we reluctantly accept as we age… It’s not uncommon to hear comments along the lines of “my back just isn’t what it used to be,” or, “my … (insert body part) hurts, I must be getting old!” In fact, you may even be saying them yourself!
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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! Carlos was a hard working man in his early 40’s, a father of 3 young children. Previously
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It’s probably no surprise to hear that men account for the majority of workplace injuries. Those more physically-demanding jobs that are dominated by the male sex often mean that the body takes a toll! Heavy lifts, awkward positions, repetitive movements and long work hours are a recipe for injury – and yet these are recurring
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