Practitioners

Chrissy Ryan - Naturopathy & Remedial Massage

Diploma of Naturopathy mATMS

Chrissy Ryan began practising therapeutic massage in Balmain in 1985 while completing her 4 year Diploma of Natural Therapies at the NSW/Sydney College of Natural Therapies. She combines Remedial Massage, Acupressure and Exercise therapy to help relieve muscle and joint pain and tension for both acute and chronic conditions.

Since becoming a Naturopath in 1988, Chrissy has continued to combine Therapeutic Massage, Herbal Medicine and Nutritional advice to assist people with both chronic and acute health conditions. Her techniques combine very well to encourage the body to strive for balance and thus a state of wellbeing.

Health conditions successfully treated by Chrissy include:

• chronic headaches in both adults and children

• common flus and colds

• women's and men's health problems

• antenatal and post natal conditions

as well as

• preventative health care and dietary advice

Chrissy's focus as a Naturopath is to nurture and encourage people rather than lecture and provide regimes.

Private Health Fund Benefits apply

Christine Murray - Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine

B.Sc(Hons) & B.App.Sc(TCM) member AACMA

Christine Murray is a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner and researcher. She uses a highly effective light style of acupuncture, known as Japanese Acupuncture. It is painless which allows patients to relax, aiding in the commonly instant improvements of symptoms. Japanese acupuncture focus' on treating qi imbalances in the meridians which led to problems with ones health. So by correcting these underlying imbalances, it leads to improved health and vitality. Christine uses acupuncture, moxa and cupping therapies to aid in the improvement of ones health.

Christine is dedicated to continually expanding her knowledge of this ancient art by attending regular seminars and study groups with other practitioners.

She also works with a team of practitioners at the Acupuncture IVF Support clinic, supporting women during IVF cycles; embryo transfers, preparation for IVF and post pregnancy work. She additionally is involved in research with the clinic, to highlight the effectiveness of acupuncture in helping women achieve pregnancy.

She holds a Science Honour’s degree in Organic and Biological Chemistry, and the 4-year degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine, finishing her final training in at the Jiangsu Provincial Hospital in Nanjing, China. Here she undertook specialities in Gynaecology, Oncology and Gastroenterology.

Christine treats all health problems;

• Women’s Health – Infertility, Pregnancy issues-morning sickness, breach babies & labour preparation, dysmenorrhea, period pain & problems, PCOS, menopause, stress, general well being

• Gastroenterology – Irritable Bowel Syndrome, reflux, bloating, digestive problems, weight management, stomach pain, hepatic disorders

• General well being – stress, fatigue, depression, insomnia, headaches/migraines, anxiety, high blood pressure, tinnitus, vertigo, dizziness

• Pain Management – Arthritis, back pain, joint/muscle injuries, shoulder tension and pain, sports injuries, tendonitis

• Skin conditions - acne, rashes, scars, psoriasis, fine lines-Cosmetic Acupuncture

Christine will listen and discuss with you suitable treatments for any problems you may have. You can contact her at Balmain Natural Therapies on (02) 9555-7055 or 0401-342-196 for an appointment.

Health fund rebates apply.

Helen Cook - Remedial Massage Therapist and Reflexologist

Diploma of Reflexology, Certificate IV Remedial Massage, Member ATMS

Remedial Massage, Reflexology, Pregnancy Massage, Bush Flower Remedies

Helen has 8 years experience as a Massage Therapist and Reflexologist and has been working locally in Balmain for over 3 years. Her style is intuitive, strongly based on good communication and listening to the wishes and needs of her clients.
My clientele and their reasons for receiving treatment have been quite varied over my years of practice. Some issues I have dealt with are pregnancy related conditions, relief of headaches, relief from pain relating to muscle tension, chronic and acute pain, pre and post sports massage, recovery from injury, treatment of anxiety and stress, general relaxation and pampering, and emotional and physical well-being.

Testimonials

I would highly recommend to anyone suffering from chronic muscular pain go and see Helen. For the first time in 10 years I have relief. Her intuitive and instinctive style, in addition to her experience, provide a holistic approach to treatments.
Clare
July 2009

Dear Helen,
It's been almost nine months that my wife and I have been regular clients of your therapeutic massage practice and it's not often that I put pen to paper to express my satisfaction about a product or service, however, I felt that I just had to write to convey our appreciation and thanks as we absolutely love our massages and always look forward to our next scheduled appointment. There's no doubt whatsoever that we both feel far more relaxed, less stressed and more at peace with the world after your massage.
Martin and Kylie,
Inner West, Sydney
August 2009

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