PREHAB is a proactive health initiative designed to proactively address potential physical weaknesses before they lead to injury in your Melbourne based workplace. This approach begins with a detailed assessment conducted by one of our Melbourne team of full time workplace health physiotherapists. This assessment identifies areas of risk including muscular weakness and impaired motor control. This assessment is then used to develop a personalised program that often includes strength and fitness exercises along with one on one coaching aimed at preventing future workplace injuries for your workers.
The foundation of PREHAB lies in its targeted, preventative approach, incorporating strengthening and general fitness exercises that are carefully designed following an in-depth physical evaluation. These exercises are tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual, considering factors such as their current fitness level, age, previous exercise experience and the capacity requirements of the role they perform in your Melbourne based workplace.
A healthier, more resilient workforce is one of the key ingredients that often leads to improved operational efficiency. Employees who are physically and mentally capable and prepared for their role can perform their tasks more effectively with lower absenteeism and presenteeism levels.
PREHAB provides age-specific strategies to maintain the health and strength of all employees, thereby reducing the risk of workplace injuries, an important ingredient in any businesses workplace health mix where an ageing workforce is a risk..
The implementation of proactive PREHAB programs set your workers up for success with the necessary physical strength and capabilities, significantly reducing the risk of on-the-job injuries.
Reducing the incidence of injury, pain and discomfort within your workforce helps your employees enjoy an improved quality of life, to be more engaged in the workplace and to promote a culture of health and safety within your workplace.m to engage more fully in their work and leisure activities.
With less injuries and workers absent or on modified duties you are able to optimise your workload and improve how you allocate responsibilities within your workforce.
Regular participation in fitness and strength training, as part of a PREHAB program, can help reduce the likelihood of chronic health problems, promoting long-term well-being.
Employ Health’s preventative rehabilitation programs are customised based on the needs of your Melbourne based workplace and delivered by our Melbourne team of physiotherapists. Your program will have the flexibility of both group and individual sessions to suit different needs and preferences of your workers. These may include activities such as tailored Pilates, circuit training, or High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), designed for various group sizes. Additionally, personal sessions focus on specific areas that need addressing, including targeted strength training and core stability.
PREHAB is highly recommended for employees across all sectors. Specific focus areas include:
Essential exercises to prevent back pain, suitable for workers engaged in physical labour as well as those in sedentary roles.
Designed to prevent repetitive strain injuries, crucial for individuals involved in manual handling or extensive computer use.
Aimed at strengthening the lower extremities, vital for staff who are on their feet all day or frequently move around.
Employ Health’s dedicated team of experienced physiotherapists have vast experience in designing and delivering customised PREHAB programs for our Melbourne based clients. Our systems based approach to workplace health ensures effective solutions to meet the needs of your workers, the work they are doing and the workplace they are doing it within. Contact Employ Health today to discuss how you can take a proactive approach to supporting your workforce.
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