Welcome to The Happy Body, the premier musculoskeletal therapy practice on the Northern Beaches, where we specialise in effectively alleviating pain through a range of advanced, innovative techniques.

Robert takes a holistic approach to pain management, positioning ourselves as a centre of excellence dedicated to helping you achieve your personal health goals. Our focus is not just on treating pain but on empowering you to reclaim your well-being. Led by Robert, the owner who utilises a diverse array of orthopaedic techniques to tackle issues such as temporomandibular joint (TMJ) misalignments, cranial adjustments, respiratory challenges, and lymphatic drainage.  Our proven methods ensure the rapid resolution to optimal health, delivering enduring results through customised recovery programs tailored specifically for you.

Robert also qualified as an Instructor of  Onsen Techniques, meticulously developed by Rich Phaigh for elite Olympic athletes. Celebrated by the NIKE team as the “Gold Standard” for injury prevention, our methods stand at the forefront of sports therapy. With 14 years of training under Jeff Murray—the Director of Sports Massage for the Sydney 2000 Olympic and Paralympic Games and the Dean of Onsen International Muscle Therapy—Robert brings unparalleled expertise in pain management to the practice.

Beyond individual patient care, The Happy Body partners with various gyms and offers specialised training workshops for professionals, including exercise physiologists, physiotherapists, massage therapists, and strength and conditioning coaches/personal trainers.

Our consultancy services are designed to enhance sports performance and prevent injuries, ensuring that both you and your team can achieve optimal results. Experience the transformative power of effective pain management at The Happy Body—where your journey to lasting health begins!



Techniques we use:

  • Cranialsacral Therapy
  • TMJ disorders
  • Preventative Care
  • Lymphatic drainage
  • Onsen Therapy
  • Kinesio Taping
  • Kinesiology
  • MET (Muscle Energy Technique)
  • ART (Active Release Therapy)
  • Corrective Muscle Balance Therapy
  • Reflexology
  • In-depth Strength exercise routines
  • In-depth preventative exercise routines

  • Qualifications:

  • Onsen COTT Therapist, COTTI Instructor
  • Paul St John  Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT) Institute
  • CRMT (Remedial Massage Therapist)
  • CPT Certified Personal Trainer, Studying Paul Chek’s Faculty method for many years.
  • ART (Active Release Techniques)
  • Dry Needling ( Dr Osteopath John Marshell) Advanced 
  • Orthopedic Manual Therapy (TMJ)
  • See how we compare to other therapistsThe Happy Body utilises a combination of modern techniques, which we believe deliver a better outcome than traditional single-mode therapies. Respectfully!


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    Techniques we use:

    • Cranialsacral Therapy
    • TMJ disorders
    • Preventative Care
    • Lymphatic drainage
    • Onsen Therapy
    • Kinesio Taping
    • Kinesiology
    • MET (Muscle Energy Technique)
    • ART (Active Release Therapy)
    • Corrective Muscle Balance Therapy
    • Reflexology
    • In-depth Strength exercise routines
    • In-depth preventative exercise routines

    Qualifications:

    • Onsen COTT Therapist, COTTI Instructor
    • Paul St John  Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT) Institute
    • CRMT (Remedial Massage Therapist)
    • CPT Certified Personal Trainer, Studying Paul Cheks Faculty method last 12 yrs
    • ART (Active Release Techniques)
    • Dry Needling ( Dr Osteopath John Marshell) Advanced 
    • Orthopedic Manual Therapy (TMJ)

    See how we compare to other therapists

    The Happy Body utilises a combination of modern techniques which we believe delivers a better outcome than traditional single mode therapies. Respectfully!

    vs CHIROPRACTIC

    Learn about Chiropractic vs Musculoskeletal Therapy services

    vs PHYSIOTHERAPY

    Learn about Physiotherapy vs Musculoskeletal Therapy services

    vs MASSAGE

    Learn about Remedial/Sports Massage vs Musculoskeletal Therapy services