Ricardo is considered an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of musculoskeletal ailments and sports injuries. He uses a range of hands-on techniques to provide safe and effective relief from pain, swelling, muscle tension, joint restrictions and trapped nerves. In addition, Ricardo is an exercise rehabilitation specialist, nutritional advisor and certified Medical Acupuncturist and often integrates these into his treatments for excellent results.  

Ricardo is also an experienced Personal Trainer. Having worked in the fitness industry for over a decade, he has helped hundreds of clients achieve their health and fitness related goals. In 2004, he underwent training with the C.H.E.K Institute, qualifying as a Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach. He then went on to certify as an Advanced Metabolic Typing® Advisor through HealthExcel, the worlds leading authority in metabolically customised nutrition. In 2010 he studied under Charles Poliquin to learn Biosignature Modulation, a scientific approach to body fat reduction through hormone balancing. 

In 2011 Ricardo entered the G.I.F.T Programme, an intensive 40 week training in human biomechanics, exercise rehabilitation and conditioning with world-renowned Physiotherapist Gary Gray, becoming a Fellow of Applied Functional Science and certified in Functional Manual Reaction. More recently, he has undertaken training in Functional Diagnostic Medicine. By using some of the most cutting-edge diagnostic laboratory testing available he is able to accurately assess the functional status of the digestive, hormonal, detoxification and immune systems in order to uncover the root causes of many of todays common health complaints.

By combining his skills and expertise in manual therapy, exercise prescription and nutritional therapy Ricardo is able to offer a unique blend of treatment approaches to meet the varying needs of his clients and patients. Whether you are looking to eradicate pain, rehabilitate an injury, get to the root cause of your  health complaints or simply look and feel your best, Ricardo is here to help!