Functioning Fascia is rooted in the application of the latest research into the human musculoskeletal system—particularly fascia—to address pain, discomfort, and biomechanical inefficiencies in the body. The clinic’s focus is on translating cutting-edge scientific knowledge into practical, lasting solutions for clients.
Richard qualified as an osteopath in 2001 and has since spent decades exploring the diverse landscape of osteopathic practice. His passion for understanding the human body led him beyond traditional osteopathy, including further studies in Animal Chiropractic. This allowed him to expand his practice to include both human and equine clients.
Over the years, Richard successfully managed several thriving clinics and mentored numerous practitioners. However, he constantly questioned conventional methods, seeking better long-term outcomes for his clients. While he could effectively manage pain and injury, he believed there had to be more comprehensive solutions that addressed root causes rather than symptoms.
This pursuit led him deeper into the study of fascia—the connective tissue that plays a crucial role in movement and overall body function. Though he was already incorporating fascia-focused techniques, he felt limited by the existing approaches available in Australia.
Everything changed when Richard discovered The Fascia Guide and the innovative fascial treatment methods being practiced across Europe. The way European clinicians approached the human body—particularly in Sweden—deeply resonated with him. Inspired, Richard travelled to Sweden to learn firsthand from leading experts.
Bringing this knowledge back to Australia, he integrated these advanced fascial techniques into his practice. The result has been a significant improvement in patient outcomes—delivering the long-term healing and functional performance Richard had always strived to provide.
Are you living with chronic pain that's only been managed with symptom-based treatments?
It might be time to look deeper.
Treating the fascia—the connective tissue that surrounds muscles and organs—could be the missing link in your healing
journey.
This approach may offer the lasting change you’ve been searching for.
Frozen shoulder is often associated with fascial adhesions and restricted flow throughout the shoulder complex and surrounding
connective tissues.
To achieve longer-lasting relief, it's essential to address not only the shoulder itself but also the surrounding fascia, ribs, intercostal
muscles, and adjacent muscular structures. Treating the broader network of connective tissue may be the key to the lasting change you've
been seeking.
Nerve cells are estimated to be up to 10 times more concentrated in fascia than in muscle, meaning the pain you're experiencing may
actually originate from fascial tissue—not muscle.
This distinction is crucial when addressing chronic pain. Using techniques that can effectively release fascial restrictions—beyond what
hands-on methods alone can achieve—may be the key to targeting the root cause and creating lasting relief.
In recent years, research has shown that fascia has a much greater impact on your health, aches, and pain than we once thought. Start your journey today—explore new ways to relieve the pain and discomfort in your body.