Helping you manage pain, restore function, and reclaim your life.
The Aspire Pain Program is PainMed’s 10-week, evidence-based multidisciplinary pain management program designed to support individuals living with chronic or persistent pain. The program teaches participants how to actively self-manage pain, improve function, and enhance overall quality of life using strategies grounded in the biopsychosocial model of pain.
Participants work with a team of experienced clinicians including Pain Specialists, Rehabilitation Physicians, Psychologists, Physiotherapists, and Dietitians in both group and individual settings to address the physical, emotional, and psychological impacts of persistent pain.
Education & Pain Science
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Psychological Strategies
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Physical & Functional Training
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Lifestyle & Health Support
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Initial Assessment
You will meet with our specialist team including a Pain Specialist, Rehabilitation Physician, Psychologist, Physiotherapist, and Dietitian to tailor a treatment plan that fits your needs.
Program Delivery
Completion & Review
You’ll finish the program with a personalised flare-up management plan, physical and psychological strategies, and clear goals to support ongoing recovery and function.
The Aspire Pain Program includes specialised support for injured workers. We assist participants in
developing and implementing a realistic return-to-work plan, with guidance on:
If so, the Aspire Pain Program could be an excellent next step. We’ll work with you to ensure the program is right for your needs and help you prepare for success.
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Referral:
Speak to your GP or specialist about a referral to PainMed.
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Assessment:
Our team will assess your needs and recommend the best program format.
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Onboarding:
We’ll guide you through scheduling, paperwork, and funding options (e.g. workers compensation, CTP, Medicare).
Call our team to discuss your eligibility or book an initial consult.
We also offer a one-hour “Understanding Pain” session that introduces
the science of pain and self-management principles. Ask us how to register.
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Originally from England, Sally graduated from St George’s Hospital, University of London in 2004 with a BSc (First Class Hons) in Physiotherapy. Since settling in Australia, Sally has worked in private practice and in the public hospital setting across Sydney.
Sally gained a Masters in Medicine Pain Management from the University of Sydney in 2019 and is a Titled Pain Physiotherapist (as awarded by the Australian Physiotherapy Association).
In addition to private practice, Sally currently works as a Senior Physiotherapist at Westmead Hospital Pain Management Service.
Sally is highly skilled in assessing, diagnosing and treating people who experience chronic pain. She enjoys working with injured workers and CTP claimants. She has a deep understanding of the impact of pain on the whole person and on their functioning in daily life. In partnership with her colleagues, Sally enjoys applying her knowledge and clinical skills to provide a safe space for exploration of the physical and emotional meaning of pain and for recovery of function.
Qualifications and Experience
Dr. Adam is a Fellowship-trained Pain Medicine Specialist with a Fellowship from the Faculty of Pain Medicine (FFPMANZCA) and a Master of Pain Medicine from the University of Sydney. He is dedicated to the comprehensive management of chronic pain across all age groups.
Dr. Adam trained in adult pain medicine at Liverpool Hospital, Nepean Hospital, and the Department of Pain Medicine, and completed additional training in paediatric chronic pain at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead. He currently serves as a Staff Specialist at Westmead and St George Public Hospitals (NSW Health), and is a Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) at Liverpool Public Hospital, St George Private, Sydney Southwest Private, Holroyd Private, Norwest Private, and Nepean Private Hospitals.
He adopts a whole-person, multidisciplinary approach rooted in the socio-psycho-biomedical model, utilising both pharmacologic and interventional techniques. These include:
Dr. Adam is an Authorised Prescriber of Medicinal Cannabis and holds a Diploma in Medicinal Cannabis. He is also certified in Opioid Treatment Programs, including Methadone. His areas of interest include opioid dependence management, medicinal cannabis, and interventional pain procedures.
He also completed advanced training in Virtual Reality Therapy for chronic pain and mental health disorders in Barcelona, Spain, and has further qualifications in Focused Psychological Strategies, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Clinical Hypnosis.
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