Building Function

Listen in as Brad and the team of Exercise Physiologists at Specialised Health and Reva Wellness breakdown the barriers to improving the function of those with chronic health conditions such as cancer, chronic fatigue and mental health. Our aim is not only to help patients with these conditions come out the other side stronger than ever but to also empower those who work in the rehabilitation and insurance industry to understand what else they can do to support their clients along the road to recovery.

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A Biokineticist in New Zealand

January 04, 2022 • Brad Domek

In this episode, we were lucky enough to rope in Carmyn Barnes to come and have a chat with us about her experience working in the field of Exercise Physiology in New Zealand!

Carmyn studied and worked as an Exercise Physiologist (known as a biokineticist) in South Africa, before crossing the globe to end up in New Zealand. Coming from a country where EP's are well known and well embedded into the health care system, to a country where most people have never heard of Exercise Physiology, was quite a shock to the system for Carmyn! The South African Biokineticist ecosystem is about 20 years ahead of New Zealand, so the Kiwis have some catching up to do!

Luckily, thanks to the work of Carmyn and others working in the profession, things have progressed a lot over the past few years. We are hopeful that Exercise Physiology will follow in the footsteps of both Australia and SA, and continue to gain momentum and awareness in New Zealand over the years to come.

References: https://www.specialisedhealth.nz/blog/ep-for-chronic-health-conditions