TRIDENT MOVEMENT
Individualised, thorough and clearly explained management of back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, knee pain, sports injuries and performance assessments on the Northern Beaches. We use a variety of services including exercise, joint mobilisations & manipulation, strength & conditioning, dry needling, massage and education.
We aim to get you moving and keep you moving.
CONDITIONS WE TREAT
Back Pain
Low back pain is the most common musculoskeletal condition seen in Australia. Back pain can either be acute (24-48hr duration) subacute or chronic (greater than 3 months) and can be as a result of disc injuries, muscular spasm and facet joint sprains.
Neck Pain
Neck pain is a common musculoskeletal condition. Similar to back pain it is important to know what structures and positions are triggering pain, whether it be chronic neck pain, acute neck pain or whiplash.
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder injuries are common especially in sports which require overhead movements such as surfing, swimming, baseball or weightlifting. There are many structures (muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage and bone) which can cause pain in the shoulder.
Knee Injuries
The knee is a common joint which is injured in many sports such as AFL, rugby, running and martial arts. It is important to know which structure/s are affected with knee injuries whether it be ligament injuries, meniscus tears or tendon pain.
Muscle Strains & Ligament Sprains
Muscle strains and ligament sprains are common and it is important to diagnose the grade and then improve flexibility and strength, enabling a proper return to activities to help reduce risk of re-injury.
Sports Injuries
At Trident Movement we see a range of sporting injuries from sports such as running, rowing, baseball, martial arts, weightlifting, tennis and many more. Our aim is to get you back involved with your sport as soon as possible.
MEET OUR PRACTITIONERS
David founded Trident back in 2015 with a focus on providing 1:1 patient centered care. Frustrated with the lack of patient empowerment and evidence-based strategies in the allied health sector he sought to change this for his patients.
David's focus has always been on providing the best possible care and experience for his patients, and as Trident has grown he has enjoyed working and expanded the business with like minded practitioners who share the same values that Trident was initially built on.
David's focus has always been on providing the best possible care and experience for his patients, and as Trident has grown he has enjoyed working and expanded the business with like minded practitioners who share the same values that Trident was initially built on.
Steve is passionate and committed to helping you find a solution to your pain, allowing you to return to the activities you enjoy. He has an honest and ethical approach to the care and management of musculoskeletal pain.
Steve takes time to understand the history of your condition. His goal is not only to provide a diagnosis, but to empower you to understand what treatment options are available to help including what you can do for yourself. His approach is genuine and he works with you to achieve your goals while taking into account your general health and lifestyle factors.
Steve has a clinical interest in low back pain, neck pain and lower limb injuries. He also helps people with pain in the shoulder, hip, knee and ankle. Steve believes ongoing education is important. He is actively involved as a tutor/lecturer of Chiropractic students at Macquarie University. He keeps active and maintains his own fitness as a keen runner, bike packer and average surfer.
Laura grew up on the Lower North Shore eventually leaving that perfectly good bubble to enter the Northern Beaches bubble to which she has made her home. Laura has years of clinical experience across Sydney and has a passion in helping people find simple solutions to their everyday aches and pains.
Building on almost a decade of massage experience on the Northern Beaches. Nerissa is passionate about all things health and love’s getting to be a part of people’s fitness and health journey.
Nerissa has a special interest in restorative body work. She has a strong belief in the importance of Therapeutic Remedial massage to help aid in recovery and getting the body moving well. Her aim is to achieve full functional movements while allowing time for your nervous system to drop into a deep restful and reparative state.
In a quest to better understand injury prevention and to develop her style in assessment and treatment, Nerissa went on to learning the pilates method and becoming a Qualified Pilates Instructor. This gives her a greater understanding of the bio-kinematics of the body and the importance of treating the body as a whole.
Nerissa is dedicated to making the world a better place one massage at a time.
Nerissa has a special interest in restorative body work. She has a strong belief in the importance of Therapeutic Remedial massage to help aid in recovery and getting the body moving well. Her aim is to achieve full functional movements while allowing time for your nervous system to drop into a deep restful and reparative state.
In a quest to better understand injury prevention and to develop her style in assessment and treatment, Nerissa went on to learning the pilates method and becoming a Qualified Pilates Instructor. This gives her a greater understanding of the bio-kinematics of the body and the importance of treating the body as a whole.
Nerissa is dedicated to making the world a better place one massage at a time.
OUR SERVICES
Diagnosis of Condition
An accurate diagnosis of musculoskeletal conditions through a detailed history and assessment. Allows us to educate and form a tailored management plan which is to your individual needs. Helping you to help yourself!
Chiropractic
Chiropractic encompasses a vast array of techniques from manipulation to soft tissue work to advice. The modern practice is focusing on the musculoskeletal system as a whole and addressing the biomechanics surrounding it.
Exercise & Rehabilitation
Exercise & Rehabilitation is important in the management of injuries and general health. We use individualised and progressive programs to help you build strength, improve flexibility and endurance.
Soft Tissue Therapy
Soft tissue therapy aims to alter muscle tone allowing an immediate change and tolerance to muscle stretch. This in combination with exercise and education aims to get you back moving.
Gait & Movement Analysis
Slow motion gait analysis is available in which often lower extremity patients commonly undergo if experiencing issues during training. It involves video capture of running patterns addressing multiple aspects to combat any dysfunction.
Dry Needling
Dry Needling uses acupuncture needles to unload local muscle tissue by creating a micro-inflammatory response and neuro-modulation of tone. This essentially can lower the firing rate of contraction and reduces muscle tension.
