PACE Health Management

30/10/2025

Everyday physical activity, like going for a short walk or playing with the kids, may provide short-term benefits for cognitive health, equivalent to reversing four years of cognitive aging. That was a key finding for my colleagues and me in our new study, which was published in the journal Annals of Behavioral Medicine.

Prior to enrollment into a study of diet and dementia risk, we asked a diverse sample of 204 middle-aged adults to check in five times per day for a period of nine days, via a smartphone application.

The study shows cognitive processing speed increased even when participants were moderately active.

29/10/2025

✨ OT Week - 27 October to 2 November ✨ Paediatric Occupational Therapy

Paediatric OT's help children develop the skills they need to function in day-to-day life, whether that is at home, school or in the community.

They work with children and their families in developing their confidence, self-efficacy, self-esteem, and wellbeing to assist children in becoming as independent as possible with their every day lives and to ensure they are able to engage in meaningful activities.

OT's can work with the child or adolescent to build strength and over come challenges in the following areas:

✨ Social and Play Skills
✨ Communication Skills and Confidence
✨ Emotional Regulation and Behaviour
✨ Sensory Processing
✨ Handwriting
✨ Gross Motor Skills
✨ Fine Motor Skills
✨ Visual Attention
✨ Self-care Skills
✨ Attention
✨ Eating

28/10/2025

✨ OT Week - 27 October to 2 November ✨

Who do Occupational Therapists work with?

Occupational Therapists work with clients with all disability types. Some of the most common types of diagnoses we support include:

☀️ Mental Health
Major Depressive Disorder, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, Oppositional Defiance Disorder,

☀️ Psychosocial Disorders
Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder

☀️ Physical Disorders
Amputees, Cancer, Diabetes, Arthritis, vision impairment, hearing impairment, Fibromyalgia, paraplegia and quadriplegia

☀️ Neurological disorders
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Huntington's Disease, Down Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy, Alzheimers, Dementia, Acquired Brain Injury, Intellectual Disability

🔗 Read more here: https://buff.ly/4gkP9Mj

27/10/2025

✨ OT Week - 27 October to 2 November ✨

What is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational Therapy services aim to support individuals to achieve life goals through participation and engagement. Support and therapy explores remedial and compensatory strategies to assist individuals with returning to previous or maximal functioning, as well as recommending supports to compensate for any disability in order to enable someone to achieve their goals.

Occupational Therapy goals may be as simple as showering independently once a week, and may become as complex as returning to full time employment. No matter the difficulty of the goal, Occupational Therapy can help individuals achieve their desired function levels.

🔗 Read more here: https://buff.ly/4gxQoI6

26/10/2025

✨ World Occupational Therapy Day - 27 October 2025 ✨

A Special Thanks to the Occupational Therapists at Pace Health Management!

Let's take a moment to appreciate the dedication and expertise of these professionals who make a real difference in people's lives.

▶️ Learn more here: https://buff.ly/3zRhp9g

26/10/2025

Celebrating Occupational Therapy (OT) Week!

This year, OT week runs from 27 October - 2 November and we're celebrating 'Occupational Therapy in Action!'

OT’s play a vital and dynamic role in helping people engage with and participate in their community, in whichever way is meaningful to them.

This year, we want to recognise our OT’s, celebrating the brilliant work they do!

24/10/2025

Feeling sluggish?
Your diet plays a crucial role in your energy levels.

Our Accredited Practising Dietitian's recommend:

➡️ Incorporating complex carbohydrates like whole grains
➡️ Including lean proteins such as chicken, fish, or legumes
➡️ Staying hydrated with plenty of water
➡️ Eating regular, balanced meals throughout the day

Personalised nutrition plans can make a significant difference in your daily energy and overall health.

Schedule a consultation with our dietetics team to start your journey toward better nutrition: https://buff.ly/RxNNLBb

22/10/2025

Stroke survivors who adhere to physical activity guidelines developed to ward off additional strokes may reap an added benefit: better mental health, new research suggests.

The study, published June 23 in the Journal of the American Heart Association, found stroke survivors who engaged in moderate physical activity at least four times a week experienced fewer days of poor mental health than their less-active peers. The study found similar mental health benefits for heart attack survivors.

A new study suggests stroke survivors who follow physical activity guidelines for preventing future strokes may also experience better mental health than their less-active peers.

21/10/2025

When it comes to staying active, many of us start with solo workouts—running alone, lifting weights, or following an app at home. But if you’ve ever felt your motivation dip or your routine stall, it might be time to consider the power of group exercise.

At Pace Health Management, we offer small, supportive group sessions designed to help you move better, feel stronger, and stay accountable. Here’s why group exercise can be a game-changer for your physical and mental health.

When it comes to staying active, many of us start with solo workouts—running alone, lifting weights, or following an app at home. But if you’ve ever felt your motivation dip or your routine stall, it might be time to consider the power of group exercise.

21/10/2025

What is Speech Pathology?

To many of us, talking is an automatic and smooth day-to-day activity. Several people, however, find it hard to understand what others just said, express themselves well, make sense of what they are reading, and write messages down. Speech Pathology is an allied health practice that helps with these challenges in communicating.

Communicating involves a lot of internal events:

➡️ maintaining attention on who is talking, on a topic or a long question
➡️ understanding timely and accurately what’s being said, what’s written or asked of us
➡️ sorting out our ideas, thoughts and emotions
➡️ talking about our day, experiences, ideas or emotions
➡️ changing our tone or style depending on the topic or who we are with

When there are errors in the way we produce specific speech sounds or when there is a constant difficulty in ‘getting the words out’ smoothly, our ability to express ourselves also makes it challenging to communicate, relate and build relationships.

These difficulties can make it difficult to navigate play, keep up with school demands, manage everyday activities, build relationships and even work.

Speech pathology helps with gaining an in-depth understanding of your communication abilities, where your strengths and weaknesses lie, supporting you in meeting your immediate goals and futureproofing for needs and challenges later on.

Is your child having difficulty with speech, language, or communication?

Early support makes a big difference! At PACE Health Management, our caring and experienced Paediatric Speech Pathologist work with children to develop clear communication, confidence, and essential language skills in a fun and supportive environment.

📞 Don’t wait—book an assessment today and give your child the tools they need to thrive at home, school, and in everyday life.

👉 Visit https://buff.ly/p53ZJGt to learn more or make a referral.

20/10/2025

Managing Diabetes with Exercise

Just 30 minutes of targeted movement a day can improve blood sugar control, boost energy, and support heart health.

Our Accredited Exercise Physiologists at PACE Health Management create safe, effective, and personalised programs to help you manage your condition with confidence.

📅 Book your tailored exercise plan today!
👉 www.pacehm.com.au

17/10/2025

Fuel Your Body the Right Way!

Research shows that a balanced diet rich in whole foods can improve energy levels, boost immunity, and support long-term health.

✅ Prioritise whole foods: Think fruits, veggies, lean proteins, and whole grains
✅ Stay hydrated: Water is key for digestion, energy, and brain function!
✅ Mind your portions: Eating mindfully helps prevent overeating
✅ Plan ahead: Meal prepping saves time and keeps your nutrition on track