Martin Morrissey
Massage Therapy / Acupuncture

Philosophy and types of treatments used.

· Working mainly with Deep Tissue techniques Martin has worked mainly with occupationally induced musculo-skeletal problems and sports induced muscular injury, working with numerous elite sports people along way.
· As a part of his treatment regime he gives advice on postural and exercise strategies to optimise treatment outcomes helping his clients to prevent and manage their own health and fitness problems
· His massage styles can either be used with oil on skin or through clothing.

Most commonly treated conditions.

· Lower back pain
· Migraine headaches
· Neck and shoulder problems
· Carpel Tunnel Syndrome
· Jaw tension
· Plantar Fasciitis

Qualifications, and further education.

B. App. Sc. Ac., DRM

· Martin completed a certificate of Advanced Acupuncture in Guangzhou, China in 1995 and tutors Advanced Acupuncture needling techniques to UTS undergraduate students.
· He studied Zen Shiatsu with Michael Wynn in 1988, in 1989 he completed studies in Swedish and Remedial Massage at Nature Care College. In 1995 Martin completed a Bachelor of Applied Science at Acupuncture Colleges Australia (now part of the Health Science Facility at UTS, Sydney). Majoring in Acupuncture and extensively covering Chinese Massage.
· Martin was an Enrolled Nurse for 10 years previously (1986-1997) mainly working in Orthopaedics. In 1987 he completed a Fitness Leader Certificate with ACHPER N.S.W.
· A regular gym goer Martin also has practised yoga for over 12 years.
· For the last 3 years Martin has hosted Community Radio programmes presenting regular health features interviewing highly regarded Complimentary Medicine practitioners