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Get our 12-page guide which provides you with actionable tips to foster a sense of belonging and safety for those in larger bodies. You’ll learn how to confidently discuss size with dignity and equip both individuals and organisations to ensure equal experiences for people of all sizes, enhancing your reputation as a compassionate and respectful individual.
Discover the comprehensive services offered by Laneways Rehabilitation with our Services Handbook. From improving care for plus-size patients and providing expert consultations to enhancing workplace ergonomics and wellness, our guide details our specialised offerings, including physiotherapy services for our patients. Download now to explore how we can support you, your care service and workplace needs!
Download the Patient Success Handbook aimed at making sure you have all the information you need for your first consult, so you can come prepared and get the most out of your time with us.
Download this resource to understand why obesity competence matters. Obesity competence includes knowledge and skills for respectful care, understanding cause and consequences of obesity, and addressing weight stigma. Organisational and staff competence are crucial for equitable care and treatment of individuals with larger body sizes.
Download the 5 Practical Tips To Help Your Larger Clients Feel Welcome resource to use in your healthcare practice or organisation.
Discover why addressing weight stigma in Australian healthcare is crucial, with high rates of overweight and obesity affecting two-thirds of adults, and find out how fostering inclusivity can help bridge the gap for equitable care despite implementation challenges.
Explore the experiences of individuals living with obesity in healthcare settings and hear insights into what they wish healthcare professionals knew to improve their care, addressing issues such as stigma, weight measurement sensitivity, equipment suitability, and focusing on the presenting issue rather than weight at first contact. Through understanding and addressing these considerations, healthcare professionals can create a more supportive and inclusive environment, ultimately improving patient outcomes and encouraging individuals to seek the care they need.
Explore our guide to embracing enjoyable exercise for holistic well-being, prioritising enjoyment
and sustainability over weight loss goals, and discover how physiotherapy
services utilise motivational interviewing and evidence-based habit formation
techniques to empower you in cultivating a lasting commitment to physical activity and overall well-being.
Challenge misconceptions about obesity, advocate for a more nuanced understanding and promote size-inclusive practices in healthcare. By educating healthcare professionals, addressing systemic factors, and fostering empathy, the article
emphasises the importance of creating supportive environments to improve patient outcomes for obese and overweight individuals.
Size diversity in the workplace is a critical aspect of fostering an inclusive and supportive organisational culture. By prioritising size inclusivity initiatives, corporate employers can create environments where employees of all body sizes feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. Let’s commit to promoting size diversity and allyship in the workplace, benefiting both employees and organisational culture alike.
Size-inclusive healthcare is not just a moral imperative; it’s essential for improving patient outcomes and fostering a culture of acceptance and respect in healthcare settings. Let’s commit to embracing size inclusivity and creating a healthcare system where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered on their journey to better health.
Listen to Nadia Walton, founder of Laneways Rehabilitation and Ergonomics, as a guest on The Real Health & Weight Loss Podcast with Dr Lucy Burns. In this episode, Nadia shares her expertise and passion for helping individuals in larger bodies build confidence, physical strength, and improved function.
Read the full article as featured in InMotion, June 2024 Issue where Nadia Walton, Founder of Laneways Rehabilitation and Ergonomics shares information on the unique multidisciplinary service catering specifically to larger patients and building the capability of healthcare services to provide equitable and excellent obesity care has started up in Melbourne.
*We use “obese” as common medical language to convey expertise with larger bodies, but acknowledge it may be perceived as stigmatising to some people and affirm we work to reduce weight bias.
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