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, Martin writes a weekly blog offering free advice on the possible cause of your muscular/arthritic complaint  www.pittwaterspirit.com/bodywork in easy to follow terms.

· 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

www.pittwaterspirit.com/bodywork