Dan from D.P Health and Fitness established himself and the sports injury clinic in July 2008 when he qualified as a Sports Massage Therapist. Dan has drive and passion for the job and is highly experienced offering his clients with a range of basic treatments to advanced massage techniques. Dan individually tailors his treatments for his clients , using preventative and advanced techniques to treat patients with sports injuries and occupational injuries , chronic discomfort muscular pain and imbalances. Dan's philosophy is that you're site of pain isn't the main source of the problem but a connection to other areas that can create painful sites ranging from postural dysfunction, muscular imbalances from previous injuries to trigger points.
Dan used to be a keen football player from a young age playing for AFC Bournemouth centre of excellence until injury prevented him from going further in football which then lead him into the sports injury industry. Dan is a keen runner and health advocate for overall wellbeing. Dan is also an open cold water swimmer who truly believes in the health benefits that open water swimming has on the human body for overall health and wellness and the mind.
Qualifications and Skillset:
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VTCT LEVEL 3 Sports Massage Therapy Diploma
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VTCT LEVEL 3 Anatomy and Physiology Diploma
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Body Master Method Practitioner Diploma with the following expertise:
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John Gibbons Body master method (Knee Joint masterclass)
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John Gibbons Body master method (hip and groin masterclass)
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John Gibbons Body master method (Cervical Spine masterclass)
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John Gibbons Body master method (Shoulder joint masterclass)
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John Gibbons Body master method (Spinal Manipulation and Mobilization)
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John Gibbons Body Master method (Advanced Soft Tissue Techniques)
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John Gibbons Body Master Method (Neurological Testing)
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John Gibbons Body Master Method (The Vital Glutes and Psoas Masterclass)
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John Gibbons Body Master Method (Pelvis , Sacroiliac Joint and Lumbar Spine)
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Athletic and Kinesiology Taping
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First Aid Trained
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Nutrition and Weight Management Adviser
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Level 2 Gym Instructor
Current studies for further qualifications
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Nutrition in Sports and Exercise
Neck Pain 
Neck Pain 
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder Pain
Elbow and Wrist Pain
Elbow and Wrist Pain
Upper and Lower Back Pain
Upper and Lower Back Pain
Hip Pain
Hip Pain
Knee Pain
Knee Pain
