Canberra Movement Therapy

Move Better. Feel Better. Stay That Way.

Let’s Be Honest — You’re Here Because You’re Over the Pain Cycle

That nagging back ache. The stiff neck that turns reversing the car into a full-body event.

You’ve tried everything — massage, physio, maybe even YouTube yoga — and still, your body’s staging a mutiny.

Welcome to The Body Lab, home of Canberra Movement Therapy — where we don’t just chase pain, we decode why it’s happening and teach your body how to move like it was meant to.

I’m Riccardo, and my goal is simple: to help you understand how your body actually works, so you can stop fighting it and start feeling good in it again.

What Makes Movement Therapy Different?

Most treatments stop at the symptom.

We start with how you move — because pain is just your body’s way of saying “something isn’t lining up.”

Think of your body as a chain reaction. One tight hip, one lazy foot, one “forgotten” ankle sprain from 2009 — they all add up to why you’re sore today.

So instead of slapping on a Band-Aid, we get curious. We assess, observe, and teach you how to restore natural movement.

This is not stretching for the sake of stretching, or interpretive dance (though if you feel like a victory twirl, go for it).

It’s about rebuilding your movement from the ground up — literally.

Functional biomechanics, acupuncture canberra, cranial therapy, movement therapy, pain relief, mobility.

It All Starts With Your Feet

Yep, the humble foot.

Your entire body balances on these small but mighty structures — and when they’re not moving right, the rest of you pays for it.

That’s why we use high-tech foot pressure scans and movement analysis to see exactly how your feet influence your knees, hips, spine, and even neck.

It’s like finding the missing puzzle piece your body’s been looking for.

Once we get your foundation right, the rest of your body starts behaving.

Back tension eases. Hip stiffness melts. Knees stop complaining.

Who knew your feet were such drama queens?

I’ve seen it time and again: fix y foot placement, and suddenly your back, hips, and knees stop being dramatic. Who knew your feet were such divas?

The Long Game: Lasting Change, Not Quick Fixes

Let’s skip the one-session-wonder mindset.

The goal here isn’t to “feel better for a day” — it’s to change the way you move for life.

That means:

  • You’ll learn to recognise your body’s signals.

  • You’ll practise targeted movements (yes, exercises — but not boring ones).

  • You’ll start to feel when you’re in alignment.

Because when you move well, pain doesn’t stand a chance.

I’ll guide you through each phase — from assessment to activation — so you understand what’s happening and why.

And no, I won’t chase you around to do your homework (though I’ll be cheering from afar).

Discover how The Body Lab in Canberra can help you move pain-free through expert movement therapy.

“But I’ve Tried Physio / Chiro / Osteo…”

Perfect. That means you care about getting better.

Here’s how we differ:

  • Physios treat the injury.

  • Chiros adjust the spine.

  • Osteos look at the whole body.

    But often, they stop short of teaching your body how to move differently so the problem doesn’t come back.

At The Body Lab, we go further — analysing your gait, joint sequencing, balance, and alignment — and then we retrain your body to move efficiently.

We don’t chase symptoms. We retrain systems.

Ready to Get Moving Again?

Book your Canberra Movement Therapy session today and take the first real step toward pain-free movement.

Whether it’s your spine, hips, knees, or feet — we’ll find the “why,” not just the “where it hurts.”

👉 Book online now and let’s rebuild the way you move — from the ground up.

Your feet (and your future self) will thank you.

Our Approach: The Body Lab Method

Here’s what makes it work:

  • Biomechanical Assessment & Skeleton Mobilisation

    → Restores natural joint motion and cleans up your walking pattern.

  • Joint Spring Testing & Nerve Releases

    → Frees up stuck joints and resets your nervous system’s communication lines.

  • Cranial Therapy

    → Calms the body from the top down, improving coordination and relaxation.

  • Acupuncture Integration

    → Reduces inflammation, restores internal balance, and supports recovery.

  • Strength Training Integration

    → Locks in your progress so your movement stays pain-free, strong, and stable.

This combination is unique to The Body Lab Canberra — a truly holistic blend of movement science, clinical therapy, and education.