Maximising Daily Energy for a Healthier, More Active Life

At Belong Health, we understand that living with a physical condition or chronic illness can drain your energy, making daily tasks difficult to manage. Our Occupational Therapy program includes specialised energy conservation techniques designed to help you preserve energy and improve your overall quality of life.

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What is Energy Conservation in Occupational Therapy?
Energy conservation techniques are strategies designed to help you complete daily tasks using less energy. By conserving energy, you can reduce fatigue, improve your productivity, and maintain independence. Our Occupational Therapists teach you to plan, prioritise, and modify your activities to match your energy levels, so you can achieve more without exhausting yourself.

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How Occupational Therapy Supports Energy Conservation
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Our expert OTs work closely with you to identify areas of your daily life where energy can be saved. Here's how we can help:
​1. Activity Prioritisation & Planning
We teach you to prioritise tasks based on importance and your energy capacity. By balancing high-energy tasks with periods of rest, you can avoid overexertion and stay productive. With a detailed plan, you can manage your day more effectively and focus on essential tasks first.

2. Pacing with the 4 P’s: Plan, Pace, Prioritise, and Position
Our therapists show you how to pace yourself using the 4 P’s. This involves breaking down tasks, alternating between activities, and taking breaks before fatigue sets in. Learning to Plan, Pace, Prioritise, and Position your body helps conserve energy while preventing burnout.​

3. Task Modification & Simplification
We assist you in modifying tasks to match your energy levels. This may include using seated positions while performing tasks like cooking, or reorganising your home to reduce unnecessary movement. Breaking down complex tasks into smaller, manageable steps makes it easier to complete them without draining your energy.

4. Assistive Technology & Tools
Our OTs recommend energy-saving tools such as reachers, long-handled tools, and ergonomic devices to reduce physical strain and effort. We also provide advice on how to adapt your home or workspace to minimise energy expenditure, making your environment more efficient.

5. Efficient Techniques & Rest Scheduling
We teach you efficient body mechanics to complete tasks with less physical effort. You’ll also learn how to schedule regular rest breaks throughout your day, helping to maintain energy levels and prevent exhaustion.

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Key Benefits of Energy Conservation Therapy
Energy conservation therapy can dramatically improve your daily life by:

• Reducing Fatigue: Learn to manage exhaustion by balancing activities with rest.
• Improving Daily Living: Regain control over daily activities such as cooking, cleaning, and self-care, with personalised strategies.
• Increasing Independence: Maintain your independence by managing fatigue and preventing burnout.
• Enhancing Quality of Life: Participate in daily activities with greater ease, reducing frustration and physical strain.
  
• Better Management of Chronic Conditions: Conditions like Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Arthritis, and Fibromyalgia often cause fatigue. Energy conservation strategies help manage these symptoms effectively.

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Who Can Benefit from Energy Conservation?
Energy conservation strategies are particularly beneficial for individuals living with conditions that affect stamina or cause chronic fatigue, such as:

• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
• Fibromyalgia
• Arthritis
• Post-Stroke Fatigue

Our therapy is customised to your condition, helping you regain the ability to engage in the activities that matter most to you.

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Why Choose Belong Health for Energy Conservation Therapy?
At Belong Health, we are committed to providing compassionate, comprehensive care that empowers you to manage your energy and maintain your independence:

• Individualised Plans: Every client receives a custom plan designed to fit their energy levels and lifestyle.
• Expert Therapists: Our occupational therapists are highly experienced in energy conservation and chronic condition management
  
•  Ongoing Support: We work with you continuously to ensure that you meet your goals and make the most of your energy each day.

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Start Conserving Energy with Belong Health
Ready to improve your energy levels and regain control over your daily activities?
​Contact Belong Health today to learn more about our Occupational Therapy for Energy Conservation.

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​Our Values in Practice
At Belong Health, we prioritise compassion, integrity, and empowerment in our approach to energy conservation. Our goal is to help you manage fatigue and maintain independence, no matter your condition or location. Whether you’re in Mandurah, Rockingham, Perth Metro, or connecting via telehealth, we are committed to supporting your journey with personalised care and ongoing guidance.

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NDIS Support for Energy Conservation
As a NDIS-registered provider, Belong Health offers energy conservation strategies as part of your NDIS plan. We provide assessments and reports to support your goals of managing fatigue and maintaining independence, ensuring you get the necessary resources.

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Telehealth Services for Energy Conservation
Can't come to the clinic or Home Visits ? We offer telehealth consultations for clients across WA, providing personalised energy conservation strategies and home modification advice from the comfort of your home.
Learn more

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Energy Conservation Occupational Therapy FAQs
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1. How does energy conservation therapy help people with chronic conditions?
   Energy conservation helps individuals manage fatigue by teaching them to prioritise tasks, take rest breaks, and use assistive technology to minimise physical effort.
2. What are the 4 P’s of energy conservation in occupational therapy?
   The 4 P’s include Plan (organising activities), Pace (balancing activity and rest), Prioritise (focusing on important tasks), and Position (optimising body posture).
3. Can energy conservation help with conditions like arthritis or MS?
   Yes, energy conservation is particularly helpful for managing chronic conditions like arthritis, MS, and fibromyalgia, reducing fatigue and increasing daily productivity.
4. Can I access energy conservation therapy via telehealth?

Yes, Belong Health offers telehealth consultations for clients across WA, providing personalised energy conservation strategies remotely.

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​Referrals to Belong Health
We are Medicare and Private Health fund registered for Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology.

EPC/Team care arrangements/Chronic disease (CDM) or GP management plans and self-referrals are all acceptable.

WA NDIS Registered Provider  

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Medicare
You can get a referral from your/your child’s GP for OT on a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan this gives you 5 sessions for OT per calendar year with a $53 rebate available on each session or a Helping Children with Autism/PDD/ or an eligible disability package (20 sessions between allied health professionals, as set up by a Paediatrician/Psychiatrist) which gives your child under 16 years a $75 rebate per session for the 20 sessions, you can use up to 10 sessions per Health Professional (up to 10 for OT) and you will need a separate referral letter from your child’s Paediatrician for each Allied Health Professional you are seeking services from. 

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Private Health
Your Private Health fund may cover up to 75% of the cost of OT sessions if this is included in your cover, be sure to call them or check your policy for details.

No referral or self referral
You do not require a referral for accessing OT

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NDIS Registered Provider
We are an NDIS Registered Provider
Whether you or your child have NDIS funding that is NDIS Managed, Third Party Plan Managed or you are Self-Managing your funds, you are able to use your funding to cover the full cost of therapy services plus travel costs. You will need provide us with your/your child’s NDIS number and plan details ahead of your first session. Once you have booked a session or contacted us, our team will be in touch to discuss our service agreement and provide you with our services price list. 

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Phone: 08 9586 3934

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