About Antonio
Antonio is a qualified and experienced professional who offers a variety of Eastern and Western Therapeutic and Bodywork modalities capable of assisting people suffering symptoms such as:
Postural imbalance and postural related disorders.
Muscle-Skeletal Injuries and pains.
Headaches and Migraines.
Dizziness, Facial & Jaw Pain, and Sinus Issues
Sciatica & Carpal Tunnel Issues Sharp Nerve Pain, Tingling & Numbness
Common OOS.
Scar tissue healing and Post-Surgery Rehab
Long Term Chronic Pain
Stress.
Chronic fatigue.
Depression
Several Respiratory and digestive disorders.
Antonio Palmero
Antonio was introduced into sport and martial arts in his early childhood, and his fascination in finding and learning more about how the body works, drove him to study for 4 years in general medicine in Spain. During that time he also became a Tai Chi, Qi Gong and Yoga Instructor as well as being heavily involved in the promotion and teaching of the Canary Islands pre-hispanic practice of the "Salto del Pastor" or the Shepherds Leap, an ancient tradition unique to the Canaries which uses long poles to overcome the numerous cliffs of some of the islands. He was also practiced at the time "el Juego del palo Canario" a form of stick fencing also part of the Canary Islands cultural heritage. Antonio believes that the focus, body awareness, and relaxation required to practise such sports in a safe and fluid manner, strongly influenced his further studies and development as a Manual Therapist.
Antonio moved to the UK during his early twenties. He then lived in London for 16 years where he became a Doctor in Chinese Medicine and pursued further training on Qi Gong and Internal martial arts. He also trained professionally in Swedish, Sports, Thai, and Hawaiian Massage, as well as Sports Therapy Equipment, Stress Management, Reflexology, and a 1-year course in Sports Foundation. He then went on to China where he spent about 6 months observing and practising Chinese medicine in several Beijing hospitals. During his time in China he also took some instructor training on Medical Qi Gong.
Antonio moved with his family to New Zealand about 12 years ago. Since then he has being constantly updating his skills with several postgraduate courses two Two years Manipulative therapy certificate at the Universiy of Auckland as well as Mulligan Mobilisation courses. His main area of work are Acupuncture, Manual Therapies as well as Qi gong.
Antonio's main goal as a therapist is to adopt a clear but flexible approach to the client's therapeutic needs, to enhance body awareness, as well as to improve posture and correct musculoskeletal imbalances. He aims to encourage the freedom and wellbeing sensation of both body and mind that accompanies us when we are able to move freely, using a combination of Acupuncture and a variety of Manual Therapies.
Antonio particularly enjoys treating chronic musculoskeletal and pain-related conditions that remain unresolved after other treatment approaches.
Antonio's Professional development includes:
· Traditional Chinese Medicine Bachelor Degree with honours (London and Beijing)
· Postgraduate Certificate in Tuina (Chinese Medical Massage, London)
· 2 years Postgraduate Certificate in Manual and Manipulative Therapy (The University of Auckland)
. Mulligan Mobilisation postgraduate course( The University of Auckland)
· First degree Medicine (La Laguna University, Spain)
· Myoskeletal Alignment Practitioner( freedom of pain institute, USA)
· Further Acupuncture training in Dry Needling, Neuropuncture, Neuro – Meridian Integrative Acupuncture.
· Further Massage training in Neuromuscular Therapy, Visceral Manipulation, Positional Release, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, as well as Sports, Thai, Deep Tissue Massage and Reflexology.
· Qualified Instructor in the following disciplines - Tai Chi Chuan, Yoga, Qi Gong, Stick Fencing (el Juego del Palo Canario), Shepherd’s Leap (Salto del Pastor Canario).
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