Our bodies have all the things necessary for recovery from disease and health maintenance. The role of the Osteopath is to enhance this inherent capacity for health.

About Us

Andrew Aitken - Osteopath & Western Medical Acupuncture (WMA)

Andrew Aitken Andrew works from the Dunedin (Suite 16 Marinoto Clinic, Maori Hill, Dunedin) and Balclutha (14A James Street) branches of Osteopathy Works.

Andrew was born in Dunedin, and educated at Otago Boys High School. He continued his education at the University of Otago where he completed a Bachelor of Physical Education (BPhEd), and a Bachelor of Science (BSc). Having completed these qualifications Andrew then worked in London as a personal trainer. After completing his overseas experience he began studying a Bachelor of Information Technology, and worked for two years in the I.T. industry. Realising that this simply wasn’t his passion, he completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Sports Medicine (PGDipSportMed), specialising in exercise prescription, sports nutrition, and ergonomics. From here he entered the five year Osteopathy course at Unitec in Auckland (BAppSc(HB), MOst). His masters thesis was on the topic of Forward Head Posture. Andrew is also a qualified acupuncturist (PGCert (Western Acupuncture)).

Outside of work Andrew possesses broad skills. He has been a representative tennis player as well as professional coach. He has a black-belt in ITF Tae kwon-do, paints and sells watercolour paintings, and enjoys running and triathlons. Andrew also owns and operates two other businesses; www.fineartonline.co.nz and www.ergonomicworks.co.nz.

With six tertiary qualifications, Andrew is one of the most highly qualified osteopaths in the country. These qualifications give him additional specialised expertise in exercise prescription, sports nutrition, and sports related injuries.

Damian Keen - Osteopath

Damian Keen Damian works from the Dunedin (Suite 16 Marinoto Clinic, Maori Hill, Dunedin) and Balclutha (14A James Street) branches of Osteopathy Works.

Damian is a New Zealand trained Osteopath who originally grew up in the South Otago region, where his family still resides.
Damian’s clinical experience includes the treatment and management of a wide range of musculoskeletal complaints, from back and neck pain, sports related injuries, headaches, to general aches & pains. 

Damian has accumulated a wealth of experience having worked in the health and fitness industry as a personal trainer for over a decade. With this experience, Damian enjoys tailoring each person’s treatment and management plan to the individual. In addition to manual therapy, treatment may include exercise prescription, advice regarding rehabilitation, lifestyle modifications such as adjusting one’s ergonomic set-up, and stress management.
Damian understands the impact that pain and dysfunction can have on one’s body and life, with this being his main aim to help his patients return to the things they enjoy and love as quickly as possible.

Outside of work, Damian enjoys a range of physical activities such as Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, and has recently obtained his brown belt. Other activities include the gym, running, and rugby.

 

Sarah Cockroft - Massage Therapist

Sarah Cockroft Sarah works from the Dunedin (Suite 16 Marinoto Clinic, Maori Hill, Dunedin) and Balclutha (14A James Street) branches of Osteopathy Works.

Sarah is a registered Massage Therapist with over ten years of clinical massage experience. Sarah has a Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic and Sports Massage from SIT Invercargill, which she completed in 2009, as well as a Post Graduate Diploma in Physical Conditioning and Dry Needling. She is also a registered Southern Cross Easy Claim health care provider. 

Sarah has worked as a Massage Therapist in Dunedin, Rangiora and Wanaka, working with various club rugby teams, The Highlanders, The Otago NPC team, Kepler Challenge athletes, Tour of Southland cyclists, and various multi-sports athletes.

Sarah strongly believes that massage therapy provides a psychological and physiological benefit for all, and has a positive effect on a person's well-being. 

She enjoys treating chronic conditions and injuries in order to help eliminate and reduce pain, thus improving the quality of life for her clients.

Outside of work Sarah enjoys a wide range of physical activities such as volunteer firefighting, weightlifting, getting out in the wilderness, and relaxing with her animals.