What is ARC?

Active Recovery Clinics (ARC) is a personalised exercise rehabilitation program supporting individuals with musculoskeletal injuries to regain function and return to work or daily activities. The program integrates real-time motion sensor technology, tailored exercise programs, psychological support and multidisciplinary care. ARC is designed for both metro and regional settings, with telehealth options allowing flexible access from anywhere in Australia.

Who is ARC For?

ARC is ideal for individuals who:

• Have sustained an acute musculoskeletal injury (e.g. back, neck, shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, ankle)

• Are not yet at pre-injury capacity for work or function

• Would benefit from a coordinated, active approach to recovery

• Are experiencing psychosocial barriers such as fear of re-injury, low confidence, or frustration with the recovery process

• Require multidisciplinary input but have limited access to in-person care

• Prefer or require a home-based rehabilitation model

Referrals can be made at the first stage of injury or further along the recovery journey where additional support is needed to progress outcomes.

How Does ARC Work?

• Participants are contacted within 48 hours of referral and scheduled for an initial assessment with an Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist.

• Care plans are individualised and tailored to the injury, goals and functional needs of each participant.

• Motion sensor technology tracks adherence, measures movement quality and informs adjustments to the program in real time.

• The program includes access to a interdisciplinary team of Exercise Physiologists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists and Sports Doctors as required.

• Psychological screening and therapy are available to address barriers that may impact recovery or return to work.

• Participants can engage in sessions remotely via videoconference, with flexible appointment times including after-hours options.

• The treating doctor, insurer and employer receive regular updates.

• Case conferences are scheduled to align recovery plans and facilitate return to work.

• Treatment is continuously reviewed and adjusted to optimise outcomes based on participant progress.

Why Choose ARC?

ARC delivers targeted, evidence-based rehabilitation through an integrated model that addresses both physical and psychological recovery. With flexible access, multidisciplinary care and measurable outcomes, ARC supports faster, safer and more sustainable return to function.

• Personalised support from a coordinated team of physiotherapists, exercise physiologists, psychologists and sports doctors

• Reduces the need for passive treatments, unnecessary imaging and surgery

• Enables home-based rehabilitation with real-time monitoring and telehealth access

• Builds confidence, motivation and active engagement in recovery

• Proven improvements in pain, mobility and return to work outcomes