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What is a Rehab Coach?
What is a Rehab Coach and How Do They Collaborate with Other Health Professionals? In the realm of rehabilitation and recovery, a Rehab...
Rehab Coach
Mar 22, 20253 min read


The Rehab Gap - 10 Blog Series Bonus Conclusion
Discover the crucial insights in 'The Rehab Gap' Bonus Conclusion. Learn why aftercare is key to overcoming 'The Rehab Gap' and achieving true recovery.

Dave Tompkins
May 283 min read


The Rehab Gap - 10 Blog Series No.10
Discover the final stage of recovery in "The Rehab Gap." Learn why pain-free isn't enough and how to build lasting strength and resilience.

Dave Tompkins
May 212 min read


The Rehab Gap - 10 Blog Series No.9
Discover how 'The Rehab Gap' series can help bridge the gap in your rehab journey. Explore solutions for chronic pain with 'The Rehab Gap'.

Dave Tompkins
May 143 min read


The Rehab Gap - 10 Blog Series No8
Discover how to bridge 'The Rehab Gap' in our series. Learn to fully recover beyond discharge and regain confidence in your body's capabilities.

Dave Tompkins
May 73 min read


The Rehab Gap - 10 Blog Series No7
Discover how small imbalances impact recovery in The Rehab Gap. Learn to restore balance and prevent long-term issues with The Rehab Gap insights.

Dave Tompkins
Apr 303 min read


The Rehab Gap - 10 Blog Series No6
Discover how to truly finish rehab in 'The Rehab Gap' series. Learn why pain-free isn't the end and how to bridge 'The Rehab Gap' effectively.

Dave Tompkins
Apr 233 min read


The Rehab Gap - 10 Blog Series No5
Discover how 'The Rehab Gap' addresses common yet overlooked pelvic floor issues. Learn why 'The Rehab Gap' is essential for recovery.

Dave Tompkins
Apr 163 min read


The Rehab Gap - 10 Blog Series No4
Explore 'The Rehab Gap' in our 10-part series. Discover how 'The Rehab Gap' affects confidence post-injury and learn steps to regain it.

Dave Tompkins
Apr 93 min read


The Rehab Gap - 10 Blog Series No3
Discover the truth about 'The Rehab Gap' in our 10-part series. Learn why no pain doesn't mean full recovery and how to truly bridge 'The Rehab Gap'.

Dave Tompkins
Apr 23 min read


The Rehab Gap - 10 Blog Series No2
Discover how 'The Rehab Gap' series uncovers the hidden truths of compensation in recovery. Join us as we bridge 'The Rehab Gap' effectively.

Dave Tompkins
Mar 263 min read


The Rehab Gap - 10 Blog Series No1
The Rehab Gap - Why Strength Alone Isn’t Enough and how Rehab Coach NZ can help you 'Bridge the Gap'

Dave Tompkins
Mar 193 min read


5 Signs Your Rehab Isn’t Finished Yet
(Even though your pain has packed its bags and left the building) You know the moment. Your pain finally disappears.Your physio discharge email arrives.ACC stops paying for sessions.You do a small internal victory dance. And then… life resumes. But here’s the slightly awkward truth about rehab that doesn’t get talked about enough: Pain disappearing doesn’t mean your body has fully recovered. Pain is often just the alarm system . When the alarm stops ringing, it doesn’t autom

Dave Tompkins
Mar 134 min read


Discharged From Physio?
Discharged From Physio? Congrats — You’re Now Entering the Danger Zone. You made it through physio! You stretched, you strengthened, you did those wonderfully awkward exercises that made you question both gravity and your dignity. You’ve officially been discharged. Most people hear “discharged” and think: “Sweet, I’m healed!” But here’s the plot twist nobody puts on the pamphlet: The highest risk of re-injury isn’t during physio — it’s after discharge. Yup. The danger zone i

Dave Tompkins
Jan 213 min read


The Pelvic Floor - Live Freely
Use your pelvic floor for good, accept it, love it and train it. Learn to live freely again.

Dave Tompkins
Jan 204 min read


TOP TIP TIME - RSI
Remember RSI? Well, Here’s Your News Flash… Cast your mind back a couple of decades. Remember when RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury) was...

Dave Tompkins
Sep 18, 20255 min read
How ADHD Can Make the Perfect Rehab Coach
Let’s just rip the Band-Aid off: ADHD gets a bad rap. We’re told we’re “distracted,” “disorganised,” “impulsive,” and “talk too much.” (Rude, but not wrong.)
But what if — and hear me out — these so-called flaws are actually the secret ingredients to creating the ultimate rehab coach?

Dave Tompkins
Jul 11, 20254 min read
5 Key Differences Between a Gym Trainer, Gym Coach, and Rehab Coach
Gym Trainer, Gym Coach, and Rehab Coach - find the right fit. When it comes to fitness and health, many people assume that all...

Dave Tompkins
May 19, 20255 min read


Why Rehab Coaches Are the Real MVPs of Physical Recovery
What typical rehab looks like Let’s face it—physical rehab isn’t exactly everyone’s idea of a good time. It's hard work, often sweaty,...

Dave Tompkins
May 7, 20252 min read


Our 'Lengthen before Strengthen' rehab Philosophy
Why is lengthen before strengthen our philosophy for rehab? At Rehab Coach NZ, we take a holistic, hands-on approach to rehabilitation....

Dave Tompkins
May 3, 20254 min read
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