Testimonials

I had a treatment for a chronic stiff shoulder from Antonio. Some time ago, I had a steroid injection for this from an orthopedist but relief was only temporary. The treatment from Antonio was excellent and I have a feeling that the effect is going to be lasting.

Alex Cox( Tai Chi Chuan and Chi Kung Instructor)

Antonio is one of the few massage therapists that I have met that truly “feels” the problem, rather than just massaging. He has a unique skill above most others and I can whole heartedly recommend his services. Thank you for all the good you have done for me Antonio

Katey Ramage( Osteopath)

I was very fortunate to be able to meet and become a patient of Antonio’s. I am a young opera singer who was then struggling from several years of bad technique that had resulted in a lot of tension which hindered my progress. Before Antonio, I had been to several places and no-one had ever been able to pinpoint the issue or come up with a suitable resolution. Antonio is very intuitive, and he very quickly ascertained where my issues derived from. It is so much more than just a massage, he is invested in you as a person and your progress. He is wholly dedicated to your overall health and well-being, and will do everything within his power to help you. This includes constantly educating himself to better serve his patients. As a result my singing improved markably and I was offered a scholarship to do my Masters in the United States, where I now currently reside. I am now pursing a career as a professional opera singer which I feel would not have been possible without the help of Antonio.

Emily Scott( Professional Opera Singer)

Antonio is a highly experienced, knowledgeable and wise soul. He has spent numerous years studying Medicine and practicing various healing modalities including several oriental and western massage techniques. His humbleness, down-to-earth and calm qualities are immediately apparent when you meet him. His passion for healing and helping others, as well as his compassionate nature, are key attributes that keep bringing people back for a magically soothing experience. I highly recommend Antonio if you are looking for the right professional treatment.

 Dr David Weller

Antonio has treated me through a shoulder injury from surfing, ongoing lower back issues, and when I was pregnant. He used a mixture of acupuncture and manual therapy which both made a huge difference to my pain levels and function. Antonio has an intuitive understanding of the body backed up with a high level of academic knowledge and experience, and I always left his treatments much more comfortable than when I came in. My shoulder injury was particularly frustrating as it stopped me from surfing but Antonio managed to get me back surfing pain free after only a few treatments. I highly recommend Antonio if you have an injury or just need a tune up for optimal health.

Naomi Hunt( Osteopath)

Antonio's Healing massage and acupuncture work is excellent. He has been treating me for 15 years. His techniques are effective and unique. Highly recommend

Harriet Epstein( Senior Acupuncturist, Herbalist, Massage practitioner)

Antonio has a special gift his intuitive touch and knowledge makes of each session a healing experience

Juan David Diaz( Senior Yoga Instructor)

Antonio was extraordinary when I had a serious accident and a badly injured ankle. He helped significantly in my recovery especially understanding all the connectivity between ligament, muscles and how to modify for healing. I’ve been to many therapists and am in the natural health space and Antonio is one of the best.
I’ve also recommended other people who all have the same experience

Suzanne Hall

I recommend Antonio very highly! He has treated me with acupuncture for headaches and it's been incredibly beneficial. His massage and Tuina treatments are also fantastic.

Marianne Yardley

Antonio helped me recover from an injury through ACC. His patience, care, professionalism and expertise was exceptional, and I gained a lot of benefit from his treatment. As a former health practitioner myself, I recognise that Antonio has a holistic approach based on extensive study and experience, quite different from regular physiotherapy which is somewhat mechanistic and formulaic. As a massage therapist, he is very intuitive, finding exact areas that need attention. I highly recommend Antonio.

Gerald Lopez( Yoga and Aikido Instructor, Massage Therapist)

Antonio has been keeping my body in tune now for many years and has solved many issues I had with my back that others failed to fix. I highly recommend Antonio and I will not go anywhere else, he is very skilled and holds great knowledge for what he practices and he educates you.

Gabin Philpot

I initially attended an outstanding Osteopath Practice on the North Shore, under ACC where Antonio was employed; he had been working there for seven years.  I would see the Osteo once fortnightly and Antonio there, twice weekly.  After my ACC allocated treatments finished, I continued treatment privately and I have been having regular treatments with Antonio for the past five years at that North Shore Practice. 

Five years ago, I was diagnosed with Chronic Myofascial Pain Disorder (tightening of the fascia over the muscles).  It was suggested by two Specialists I go on medication (but I wasn’t keen to rely on a tablet to make it go away, especially given that there were known side-affects).   Another alternative was hands on manipulative therapy/therapeutic massage – I chose this option.

I was initially hesitant as I had never before had a Male treatment provider for massage.  Within my first session with Antonio all concerns were immediately dismissed.  Antonio works with the highest of integrity, constantly ensuring that you, the patient/client are completely comfortable.  Antonio is very precise and knowledgeable in his treatment approach.

Antonio used a special technique called Tui Na which gave me incredible relief.  I had more flexibility; heaviness had been lifted, (I recall I said to the receptionist after treatment “it’s like a heavy backpack has been removed off me”); equally as important though, a great reduction in pain which lasted.

Other treatments I have had with Antonio include Acupuncture and Cupping both of which were done expertly.

I am pleased that Antonio has started his own Home Based Practice on the North Shore and I am very happy to be able to recommend Antonio to anyone wanting to use Antonio’s services.  Antonio has a wealth of experience and a sincere desire to help relieve pain.

Being able to greatly overcome the symptoms with treatment, return to work and function normally again, I thank you Antonio!

Mrs E. Manning, Waiake

I was the receptionist for three years at the practice where Antonio was employed as a Tuina Massage Therapist and also practiced Acupuncture. In my role I received feedback from clients and the remarks were always positive "best massage ever had in my life", " he is amazing, has magic fingers". In the whole time I was there. there was never a negative feedback. I also went to Antonio, in a personal capacity, as a patient, having a prolapsed disc in my neck and torn rotator cuffs in both my shoulders. This is the only time I was able to manage my pain without medication. Antonio is a gifted practitioner, who actually knows how to treat patients. He is honest and works with integrity. I cannot recommend him more highly.

Yvonne Webster

"I have received treatment from Antonio on several occasions for musculoskeletal injuries. He has always been spot-on with finding the main cause, as well as other contributing areas, and providing immediate relief. In my experience, he is a highly-skilled practitioner, both in acupuncture and body work, as well as a genuinely lovely guy. Thank you, Antonio. I will certainly be requesting your services again in the future."

 Amy Cowling( Occupational Therapist)

I trained informally with my friend Toni in London, many years ago, while he was starting his training in Chinese medicine. He taught me Wu Taichi chi, Qigong and the unique and enigmatic Canarian Martial Arts. He had a very rare physical gift for the martial arts, and he learned his skills with extreme dedication, and attention to detail. The result was a thorough, gap-less understanding, of whatever he focussed his mind upon, coupled with a clear and inspiringly beautiful physical expression. It was always a pleasure to train and learn with him. A student could not ask for a better teacher.

Ed Hogg