Blair Martin
Director, Physiotherapist, Pilates Instructor
Blair adds a background in elite competitive running and cycling to his 25 years of physiotherapy experience, giving his clients confidence in the management of their musculoskeletal issues. He has a particular interest in running and cycling biomechanics, and is able to offer bikefitting, running technique analysis as well as training guidance.
Outside of the practice, he still rides regularly and occasionally competes in masters running events, however tries to focus more attention on the sporting and cultural pursuits of his children, Ruby and Alex.
Marcelle Dowd
Physiotherapist, Feldenkrais Practitioner
As both a physiotherapist and Feldenkrais Practitioner, Marcelle is an expert in how the body moves. This makes her extremely effective in helping clients manage difficult, long-term injuries and disability. She also regularly employs acupuncture in her clinical practice.
Marcelle is an experienced Ironman Triathlete, regularly enjoys the trails of Dunedin and Central Otago on her mountain bike, as well as the local beaches and tracks with her dog Lucca.
Jayne Dickison
Physiotherapist
Jayne has 25 years of physiotherapy experience since qualifying with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Otago. She has worked closely with Dunedin’s Orthopaedic Surgeons for a number of years, performing both post operative rehabilitation as well as preventative ‘prehabilitation’ programmes for joint issues. Jayne has a special interest in shoulder biomechanics.
Away from the clinic, Jayne enjoys swimming for fitness, and can regularly be found swimming laps at Dunedin’s Hot Salt Water Pool.
Leah McHale
Massage Therapist
Leah holds a Diploma in Advanced Therapeutic Massage (with Distinction), and has qualifications in Advanced Myofascial Release Techniques, Dry Needling, and Acupressure. An experienced half-marathon runner herself, Leah has extensive experience in working with professional athletes from various codes, as well as elite to weekend-warrior cyclists, triathletes and runners. Her massage specialties include Therapeutic Deep Tissue and Sports Massage, Myofascial Release, Neuromuscular Therapy, Dryneedling, and Pre and Post-Natal Massage.
Frances Good
Physiotherapist, Pilates Instructor
BPhty with Distinction.
Hailing from Waiuku on the Auckland-area’s west coast, Frances has chosen to make Dunedin her home since graduating from Physiotherapy School. Frances has a real affinity to musculoskeletal physiotherapy, and her caring nature combined with her background as a competitive runner makes her a real asset to our team.