I first discovered Chiropractic when I was in high school. I was referred to a Chiropractor for a recurrent sporting injury. From the moment I started my care, I was immediately taken by the art and philosophy of Chiropractic. My Chiropractor taught me that our body is a self-healing, self-regulating organism controlled by your nervous system. By having an "Adjustment", your Chiropractor removes the interference from the nervous system, allowing your body to repair and heal itself, naturally. When I finished high school, I knew there was only one choice in life for me — to become a Chiropractor. I applied to RMIT University and started a five-year course, studying science, anatomy, physiology and Chiropractic technique and philosophy. Since then I have been providing Chiropractic care to the local community in the Elwood Village, where I grew up, and helping them achieve better health.

After many years of playing competitive sport it was clear to me that I was destined for a career that involved helping the body to heal. So when a close friend was studying Myotherapy, I was extremely interested. This interest took me to where I am today. Myotherapy has allowed me to use a variety of techniques to restore specific muscles to their functional state, in turn leading to greater movement and decreased pain in the injured area, whilst also allowing for a preventative approach to the health and maintenance of the muscular system of the body.

Marina studied at Victoria University and obtained a degree of Natural Medicine in Medical Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medical Herbs. Marina has been practicing TCM for the past seven years and has been a member of our team for the past five years. Marina also specialises in various types of soft tissue techniques such as:

• Oriental massage
• Deep tissue massage
• Relaxation massage
• Sport massage

Renée is a YTAA qualified Yoga Teacher, having studied a 3-year traditional apprenticeship in Oki-Do Yoga, her lineage being 3rd generation direct from Japanese Master Masahiro Oki. Renée is also a Therapist of Shiatsu and Oriental Practices and a Well-being and Mind-Set Coach, her background extends from both the performing arts, and Health Industry’s, of which she had gleamed, studied and experienced wholeheartedly and integrated into her teachings. Renée has been teaching Yoga for the last 8 years. Renée's intentions are:

• To bring awareness and integrity to the mind body and spirit connection.
• To assist in shifts in the collective consciousness, and the part that each individual plays.
• To assist in clearing limiting beliefs through aspects of 'self', using Oki-do yoga, body-soma work, breath, creative and spiritual intelligence.

Nancy manages our front desk and is dedicated to providing you with the best quality in service. She will assist you in making your appointments, answering your questions and keeping you on track with your care.