The Importance of Client-Centred Interventions for Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a lifelong neurological condition that affects movement and posture. It can affect different parts of the body (one side, legs only,
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Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a lifelong neurological condition that affects movement and posture. It can affect different parts of the body (one side, legs only,
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal condition to affects women. In this month’s blog, our resident women’s health dietitian Nicole Saliba from
Identifying and supporting individuals with mental health challenges and neurodevelopmental disorders early is a core priority for improving mental health and wellbeing outcomes for Australians.
Today is a wonderful opportunity, as we celebrate Early Childhood Educators Day, to acknowledge and celebrate the critical role that early childhood educators play in
Ask anyone with depression how their body feels, and they’ll probably mention something about aches and pains. In addition to chronic joint pain, they may
In Australia, 42.9% of people have experienced a mental health disorder at some point in their life. A mental health disorder often impacts a person’s
May is Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Month. Let’s #FlushTheStigma around Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) this May. It takes guts to talk about Crohn’s and colitis.
Our Exercise Physiologists and Physiotherapist’s at ORS are passionate about empowering individuals to embrace a lifestyle that prioritises their well-being. This Exercise Right Week, I’m
Positive behaviour support (PBS) is a compassionate and scientific approach aimed at helping individuals with challenging behaviours, focusing on understanding the person’s strengths and triggers
To maintain Board-approved supervisor status, psychologists must undergo refresher training every five years by completing a Board-approved master class. ORS’ competency-based workshop entails at least six hours of direct/live training.
With 1 in 5 Australians living with poor mental health better access to Accredited Practising Dietitians is needed to deliver important dietary support. Dietitians are an important part of your mental health team and studies show that seeking mental health support from a dietitian can lead to
Everyone values the importance of a good night’s sleep, but not everyone knows the vital role that physical activity and exercise play in sleeping well.
What are the key ingredients to being successful in keeping resolutions? The LGBTQ+ community is a diverse group of individuals who may differ not only
The Need for Quality Management in Disability Allied Health Services The disability-allied health sector in Australia, particularly within the context of the National Disability Insurance Scheme
The health of your gut not only impacts how you feel physically but also mentally. In fact, your gut is a gateway to your overall
As the new year rolls in, so too do the unrealistic New Year’s resolutions we promise we are going to keep, whether it be losing
With Christmas and New Years impending after a challenging 2023, increased pressure and stress that extends above and beyond a typical holiday period is being
The holiday period is generally something we think of as a positive time of year with all the celebrations, decorations, presents and delicious food. However,
The opportunities to overindulge and let your exercise slide are endless during this time of the year. If you have historically found it difficult to
The timeliness of International Stress Awareness Day 2023 coinciding with Psychology Week 2023, and notably the latter’s theme “Make Self-Care Your New Superpower”, takes on
The theme for the 2023 Occupational Therapy (OT) week is Unity through Community. Let’s explore what that means. What is a Community setting? The community is
Life’s complicated enough – so let’s ‘Try for 5’ and make eating vegetables easy Vegetables are a key part of our diet for good health
The International Organisation for Standardisation’s ISO 9001 standard has become the globally recognised framework for quality management systems. First published in 1987, ISO 9001 has
What is ISO 9001? ISO 9001 is an international standard that outlines the requirements for a quality management system (QMS). It provides a model for companies
Understanding the Role A disability dietitian is a specialised healthcare professional who has in-depth knowledge of nutrition and its impact on individuals with disabilities. Living
Welcome to our inclusive space, where we celebrate neurodiversity. Understanding the significance of autism assessments and the support they offer neurodivergent individuals on the path
With all the gifts exchanged and opened, Christmas and end-of-year parties, and all the reflecting done and dusted, it’s now the time of the year
Today we celebrate the start of Transgender Awareness Week!
This is a week to highlight transgender people and their allies taking action to bring attention to the community by educating the public about who transgender people are, sharing stories and experiences, and advancing advocacy around the issues of prejudice, discrimination, and violence that affect the transgender community.
In Australia, bipolar disorder affects one in 50 people each year. This rate is higher than the rate of all forms of cancer combined which
What can you do if your treating doctor tells you that you can never return to employment, or tells you that at this time employment
As humans, we are conditioned to seek social connection with others. A sense of social belonging is not only something most people seek in their
According to the Fair Work Commission, Australia, bullying in the workplace happens when: A person or group of people repeatedly behave unreasonably towards another worker
Participation – Inclusion – Independence – such powerful words, and the theme for this year’s National OT Week. As OTs working with NDIS participants, we
Every day in Australia, around 65 women are told they have breast or a gynaecological cancer (Cancer Council, 2021). The Cancer Council’s Pink Ribbon campaign
For now, COVID-19 is sticking around, and with Australia “living with the virus” and re-emerging from lockdown, what implications are there for individuals transitioning back
What if I have difficulty getting on with my rehabilitation consultant? Mutual respect and a sense of partnership can help a vocational rehabilitation plan become
Will I be able to choose the type of jobs that I attempt, or choose the location of the jobs or the hours that I
What are my rights if I agree to participate in vocational rehabilitation? Although your rights may not be explicitly stated it is now generally accepted
People who need help with employment following a serious injury, health condition, disability, or adverse event, may be offered assistance to return to meaningful
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