Determined2

17/07/2025

11/07/2025

Can you believe it's been 12 months already? 🥰 A year ago, we wrapped up services at the Adelaide Aquatic Centre – the birthplace of Immersion Therapy.

We're so incredibly grateful for the immense support that has allowed us to continue our vital work! A huge shout-out to:

Our amazing user group who stood by us.

Our temporary family at The Parks Recreation and Sports Centre for their incredible welcome.

The dedicated staff at Determined2 for making the absolute most of every opportunity.

The SA Government for ensuring minimal disruption throughout.

Stay tuned! We're excitedly planning our return to the brand new, state-of-the-art Adelaide Aquatic Centre! 🙌

01/07/2025

Here at Determined2 we always embrace innovation, it is at the centre of what we do!

Recently, we have been exploring Ai and what it can do, it is equal parts awesome and scary. Take this Ai generated Podcast* for example!

With our latest updates to the website, we asked Ai to review the content and provide feedback, here's what it came up with 🤯 you'll need your volume on and up for this one 👇

*This is Ai generated content, these are not real people, no animals were harmed in its making.

All information is factual and correct at the time of posting.

Content sources 👇

https://determined2.com.au/immersion/

https://determined2.com.au/exercise-physiology/

https://determined2.com.au/hydrotherapy/

https://determined2.com.au/medical-screening/

All hail our Ai Overlords 🤖

28/06/2025

Introducing Jawaria Shahid: Pioneering Immersion Therapy Research!

Jawaria Shahid, a Neuro-Physiotherapist and PhD candidate at the University of South Australia School of Allied health and Human Performance, is focusing her PhD on "The role of Immersion Therapy in managing chronic pain in disease and disability."

Her research will explore Immersion Therapy, a unique water-based therapy utilising underwater breathing apparatus, for individuals with injuries or disabilities.

Jawaria's project aims to bridge gaps in current understanding through four studies:

Study 1: A scoping review to identify and map outcome measures used in aquatic therapy for chronic pain to the biopsychosocial model.

Study 2: A pilot study assessing the impact of 16 weeks of Immersion Therapy on pain in individuals recovering from Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Spinal Cord Injury (SCI).

Study 3: Investigating the effects, feasibility, and acceptability of Immersion Therapy on pain and daily function in individuals with chronic non-specific low back pain.

Study 4: A qualitative study exploring participants' perceived impacts and experiences with Immersion Therapy.

This ground breaking research is among the first to examine Immersion Therapy as a therapeutic tool for chronic pain and disability.

Join us in supporting Jawaria's vital work to enhance recovery and quality of life!

You can learn more about Jawaria here https://people.unisa.edu.au/Jawaria.Shahid

You can learn more about the Immersion Therapy research and medical team here https://determined2.com.au/research-and-medical-team/

Alliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) SA Health Lifetime Support Authority - LSA NDIS National Disability Insurance Scheme

26/06/2025

Exciting News: Recruitment is Underway for the Immersion Therapy Clinical Trial!
We're thrilled to announce that the recruitment phase has officially begun for our clinical trial, "Effect of Immersion Therapy delivered by an Accredited Exercise Physiologist on physical and psychosocial recovery following traumatic injury when transitioning from hospital inpatient to outpatient care"!

This project, a collaboration between the University of South Australia, SA Health, and Determined2, and funded by the Lifetime Support Authority - LSA, aims to evaluate the effects of Immersion Therapy on recovery for individuals who have sustained a severe neurological injury (spinal cord, brain, or significant limb injury) and are transitioning from inpatient to outpatient care.

Immersion Therapy is a unique underwater experience using specialised breathing equipment, guided by accredited allied health professionals. Anecdotal reports and previous research suggest it can help with strength, mobility, circulation, pain, and mental health. Our goal is to investigate if these benefits are consistently observed for people with severe neurological injuries after hospital discharge.

Participants aged 18-65, who understand English, are within 12 months of inpatient rehabilitation discharge, can commit to weekly Immersion Therapy for 16 weeks, and attend assessments at 0, 16, and 32 weeks, are invited to learn more.

We're excited to contribute to understanding how this innovative therapy can support recovery journeys.

Alliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) NDIS National Disability Insurance Scheme SA Government Brand South Australia

Exciting News: Recruitment is Underway for the Immersion Therapy Clinical Trial! We're thrilled to announce that the recruitment phase has officially begun for our clinical trial, "Effect of Immersion Therapy delivered by an Accredited Exercise Physiologist on physical and psychosocial reco...

19/06/2025

Winners are grinners 😁
Yesterday, Immersion Therapy participant Michael proudly brought in his bronze medal 🥉 he received at the recent Boccia South Australia State Titles 🎉
We are extremely proud of Michael's success and he only needs a silver to complete his current collection 🏆
Boccia is a fun, inclusive and well organised option for people to get involved in sports either socially or professionally.
Check out their national website for locations and events near you
Boccia South Australia
https://www.boccia.com.au/

18/06/2025

📢 Big news from Determined2! Our new website is live! 🎉

🌐 We are happy to share our new website: www.Determined2.com.au

🖥️ It is a clear and easy place to learn.

💪 We help people with disability or injury.

🏊 At Determined2, we help with exercise and activity.

🧘 We use Immersion Therapy, Exercise Physiology, and Hydrotherapy.

🌟 We improve health and well-being.

📅 We have easy online booking with no paperwork.

👥 Meet our team and see our place.

🔍 Find out why Determined2 is right for you.

🆓 Book your free visit now on our website.

🔗 Visit: https://determined2.com.au

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Shout out and easier read credit to Sam Paior and the team from Make it Easy for this incredible tech Social Traders Australia South Australian Social Enterprise Council Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) Alliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity South Australian Council on Intellectual Disability Inc

Disability & Injury Immersion Therapy, Pool therapy, SCUBA injury therapy, SCUBA disability & Injury, SCUBA fun in a social atmosphere.

18/06/2025

Welcome Ella 🎉
Ella is studying a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology with Honours at University of South Australia and we are proud to support her placement with us at Determined2

We are committed to supporting our future Allied Health Champions with inspiring student placements through person centred and innovative learning experiences 🙌

Welcome Ella, we hope you have an awesome experience 😀

learn more www.determined2.com.au

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