The Team

James Bio

MR JAMES C. PHILLIPS.

OSTEOPATH / ACUPUNCTURIST / REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPIST.

James has been practicing in the sydney CBD since the beginning of 2008, applying a unique blend of contemporary and traditional technical applications developed from his diverse background.

James first became interested in treating the human body as far back as 1980 which coincided with his study in martial arts where treating injuries and understanding the importance of exercise rehabilitation was part of the curriculum being paramount in maintaining the rigorous training regime.

James later drew upon this initial grounding and further developed his expertise when treating some of the most serious stress related injuries and degenerative conditions when working as a shearer for approx.. 15 years in some of the most inhospitable conditions throughout the N.S.W , QLD and S.A outback pastoral country. During this time he also flew small aircraft as a unrestricted pilot delivering mail, goods and more often than not therapy to isolated families and communities throughout the unincorporated outback regions.

On returning to the city James formalised his credentials through a health science diploma in massage therapy, a bachelors degree in osteopathic studies, masters degree in osteopathy and post graduate certificate of practice in acupuncture. Throughout the course of these studies james worked as both a carer and therapist for those afflicted with spinal cord trauma and other debilitating illnesses and injuries.

The hallmark of James' treatment approach resides around the balance of the pelvis, the mobility of the spine and the functional capacity of the peripheral structures and tissues utilising both direct and indirect manipulative techniques formulated from a specialised soft tissue foundation moving towards exercise direction and descretion. The decongestion and restoration of organ motility and fluid dynamics through osteopathic visceral and cranio-sacral methods is also combined to provide a broad approach working within a specific diagnosis and working hypothesis.      

James still actively trains in various forms of martial arts, holds intermediate recognition in classical ballet, can warm the floor boards with an elegant tango, regularly practices yoga and enjoys a surf.