Cardiovascular testing & monitored exercise for patients of all ages.
Non-invasive function health checks. Clinician-ready results.
Heart, lung, vascular, gait, frailty & essential biomarker testing to inform life-stage and rehab decisions.
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A sedentary lifestyle and aging can be associated not only with declines in cardiorespiratory function, but also frailty. In seniors this may result in an impaired capacity to maintain independent functioning and reduces life quality. We help you avoid this and use the latest European and Australasian technologies to electronically measure and monitor your balance, flexibility, walking patterns (gait), muscle and strength to help design programs to overcome weaknesses. We also assist with rehabilitation and or produce data for other health professionals such as physios, OT’s and nutritionists to get you in tip top shape.
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We provide the Gold standard European Bioimpedance Analysis (BIA) using Akern devices that have over 2000 peer reviewed studies behind them. In addition we do Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET) to identify the optimal exercise intensities for fat burning. The tests can be sub-maximal or maximal depending on fitness and clinical status. These test are also highly prognostic for health and longevity.
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We screen for cardiac related abnormalities using ECG and HRV carried out using sub-maximal exercise tests and holtered monitoring over long periods of time, if necessary 7 days. Screening of single 5 or 12 lead traces along with AI artefact detection (99.8 % accurate) can provide assurance that you are able to exercise safely, reports are sent to GPs and other health providers on request.
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In addition to changes in blood lipids, our sedentary society can cause poor arterial health that can lead to cardiovascular disease. We test the effectiveness of your arteries to accommodate pressure changes non-invasively using gold standard ambulatory 24-hour BP monitoring and arterial stiffness measurement (Pulse Wave Velocity) with and without exercise stressors. Both measures are powerful predictors of the risk of developing, cardiovascular, heart and or kidney disease. What’s your risk ?
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Designed for significant difference, we create and carryout exercise programs (prescription) to reduce the chance of disease and premature death as we age. Physical activity is associated with 35% risk reduction for cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality and 33% risk reduction for all-cause mortality. A major contributor to diseases for example is hypertension (high blood pressure) and diabetes, which are increasingly prevalent in New Zealand. Physical activity and exercise are inversely related to both, the more correct exercise you do the lower the risk. With advanced technologies to monitor your exercise including blood pressure, heart (ECG), vascular health for example. We provide clinically monitored exercise programs and reported metrics of health improvement in person or with a Phone app that assists program adherence.
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Spirometry can be done in a doctor’s office or in the comfort of your own home.
Our equipment is the latest that has adherence to the latest international guidelines including ATS Interpretation 2021, ATS Spirometry 2019, ATS DLCO 2017.
We also offer standardised Walk Tests known also as 6 minute or 6MWT, Endurance-Shuttle Walk Tests (E-SWT), Intermittent SWT and Titration tests. Using plethysmographic pulse oximetry we are able to create perfusion Indices for each SpO2 value and measure your pulmonary health and fitness.
Charges are flexible depending on financial circumstances contact us to enquire.
Comprehensive, Corporate Health Checks
Get more confidence in things that are close to heart
We provide complete health screening for corporates focusing on essential physiological and biochemical analysis that uses gold-standard equipment and techniques to give you a full physical. It can be as independent as you like or integrated with existing health professionals of your choice.
Particularly important as you move from 50+ in age to retirement is a comprehensive cardiovascular disease (CVD) screen (CVD is the number one mortality risk globally out-ranking cancer). This gives you time to prevent or alter health outcomes under your control. So we provide heart, (holter ECG), vascular (artery age tests both central and peripheral), blood pressure, lung and kidney function testing with and without exercise stress to assess your overall cardiovascular wellbeing. We also offer a suite of blood-born biomarkers to cover cancer and other essential organ screening.
The solutions to overcoming any challenges found can be assisted with therapeutics (medication) but also typically a change in lifestyle factors involving exercise prescription and diet are capable of making a real difference to your health journey. We are specialists in finding tailored solutions for you based on American College of Medicine (ACSM) best practices.
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We provide exercise prescription that is tailored to those with or want to avoid chronic health conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular, metabolic, heart and kidney disease and also oncology patients. We focus on monitored exercise that uses technology to ensure heart, blood pressure, strength, joint range of motion and gait are aligned with international peer reviewed sports medicine advice from the ACSM and are safe. Your other significant health professional may recommend exercise to ensure that you take advantage of the benefits. We are happy to work with them to ensure your best outcomes.
