BETTER PAIN Research Published in Journal of Clinical Exercise Physiology

July 24, 2024
BETTER PAIN Research Published in Journal of Clinical Exercise Physiology

EXPHYS BETTER PAIN research has been published in the Journal of Clinical Exercise Physiology (JCEP) 🎓 Exercise physiologist-led pain science coaching via telehealth improved pain and function in life insurance claimants: a pragmatic cohort study. 


A timely announcement in line with National Pain Week 2024, Australia’s annual awareness event for chronic pain.

Dr Vicky Phillips, General Manager and Senior Exercise Physiologist, presented this research, as a finalist for the Practitioner Award, at the Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) Research to Practice 2024 Conference in Sydney. 


This study provided retrospective analysis of a pain science program delivered by the wider EXPHYS team, to 1,275 people living with persistent pain. Exercise physiologist-led pain science coaching resulted in clinically meaningful pain reduction and functional improvements, return to work outcomes, and positive customer experience. A wonderful collaboration between EXPHYS, Deakin University and AIA Australia.


Download your copy of this research abstract published in JCEP through our website https://www.exphys.com.au/research

MORE FROM EXPHYS

May 2, 2025
This Exercise Right Month who motivates you to move? 💭 WHO MOVES YOU? EXPHYS are accredited exercise physiologists dedicated to helping you move. We understand the importance of motivation to move. Key elements of our BETTER MOOD Program include connecting our clients with an exercise buddy, and the community. This may include existing support, friends or family, animals, exercise groups or facilities.  Discover more about the EXPHYS suite of BETTER Programs, including our BETTER MOOD Program on our website. https://www.exphys.com.au/programs
April 10, 2025
EXPHYS DNA Values Award 🏆 Amy Ella Congratulations Amy, recipient of the EXPHYS DNA Values Award! For demonstrating the EXPHYS values through her actions. In the words of Amy’s client, EXPHYS partner, and her regional leader: CARE - “Amy was unbelievably great. So caring, knowledgeable, professional. Easy to talk to. I felt heard by her.” TRUST - “Thanks for this really excellent update Amy. This gives me such a good picture of their current status and where we are heading.” INNOVATE - “Amy was in a situation where she applied her Mental Health First Aid skills with her client. This client was forever grateful for her empathy and understanding, and guidance to obtain further professional support.”  Well done Amy 🙌 Get to know Amy: https://www.exphys.com.au/staff/amy-ella #DNAvalues #CARE #TRUST #INNOVATE #EXPHYSaward
April 4, 2025
Please join us in welcoming Freya to the EXPHYS team 👋 Freya Clayhills Exercise Physiologist Sydney, NSW With over a decade of experience as a clinical exercise physiologist, Freya is passionate about enhancing life and work performance through optimal health. Specialising in the compensable insurance industry, Freya thrives in collaborative environments, helping EXPHYS customers and clients achieve their rehabilitation and return-to-work goals. Freya’s experience as a senior rehabilitation consultant equips her to restore client function and see this transferred to return to work. Her bubbly personality and approachable nature ensure she builds strong, trusted relationships with both clients and customers. Freya has a background in high-level sport, having played and coached at an elite level. She served as club captain for the Sydney University Rugby Club. Freya is also a keen surfer and loves to travel! Find out more about Freya’s experience and expert skills on our website. https://www.exphys.com.au/staff/freya-clayhills