WE'RE A FRIENDLY BUNCH
Meet our dedicated team of professionals
Dr Michael Davis
B. SC M. CHIRO
Chiropractor and Principal
Michael has been a registered chiropractor in South Australia since 1996, having graduated with a Master of Chiropractic degree from Macquarie University, NSW in 1995. In 1993 he attained a Bachelor of Science degree majoring in Human Anatomy and Physiology from the University of Adelaide.
Michael began practice in Adelaide in 1996. He completed and became certified in Applied Kinesiology (AK) in 1998. He is a registered health professional with AHPRA and Chiropractic Australia and adheres to the educational requirements and standards required of his profession.
Continue reading about Dr Michael DavisDr Michael Davis
B.SC M CHIRO
Chiropractor and Principal
Michael has been a registered chiropractor in South Australia since 1996, having graduated with a Master of Chiropractic degree from Macquarie University, NSW in 1995. In 1993 he attained a Bachelor of Science degree majoring in Human Anatomy and Physiology from the University of Adelaide.
Michael began practice in Adelaide in 1996. He completed and became certified in Applied Kinesiology (AK) in 1998. He is a registered health professional with AHPRA and Chiropractic Australia and adheres to the educational requirements and standards required of his profession.
Blackwood Village Health was established by Michael in 1999 and has established a strong reputation for providing attentive healthcare services of the highest standard. Blackwood Village Health is the realisation of Michael’s vision to practice manual chiropractic therapy and holistic healthcare that addresses the causes of a patient’s condition whilst also alleviating any presenting symptoms.
He’s passionate about nutritional medicine and how this combined with regular chiropractic treatment, exercise and other allied health care modalities, helps us all to live healthy and active lifestyles. He loves nothing more than seeing his patients, from newborns and young children to adults and the elderly, reach their full health potential.
Michael is a chiropractor and proud of it! He is one to practice what he preaches. Taking his fitness and wellbeing seriously, Michael has a keen interest in healthy ageing. This has led him to further study in the field of Vitality, Longevity and Healthy Ageing (VLA), a service that is offered alongside and complimentary to chiropractic.
Dr Caspian Helm
BA.HLTH SC (ACUP), DIP.REMEDIAL MASSAGE
Acupuncturist and Remedial Meridian Massage Therapist
Caspian has 10 years experience working in the health field in chiropractic, physiotherapy and hospital environs. He graduated from Endeavour College of Natural Health in 2014 with a Diploma in Remedial Massage, and graduated with a BA degree in Health Science (Acupuncture) in 2020. He is passionate about using this wonderful ancient science-based medicine to treat the modern person.
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BA. HltSc (Acup), Dip. Remedial Massage
Acupuncturist. Remedial Meridian Massage Therapist
Caspian practices traditional Chinese Medicine and offers acupuncture, herbal prescriptions, cupping, moxibustion, gua sha, as well as remedial meridian massage therapy. Special interests include mental/emotional wellness, pain-free living, post-stroke recovery, pregnancy support, digestive and sleep health.
Techniques Caspian uses in his treatments include, but are not limited to, sports and deep tissue massage, myofascial release and strengthening.
He takes a very holistic approach to treatment, assisting his patients in developing an understanding of their own body, with a goal of facilitating pain-free movement in everyday life. He takes great satisfaction in seeing his patients maintain optimal health and improve their quality of life.
Caspian is a wealth of knowledge and a perfect fit for BVH with his holistic approach and philosophy of 'prevention is better than cure.'
He enjoys reading, gardening, cooking, live music and being in the great outdoors.
Brad Strydom
NUTRITION & HEALTH COACH
Brad Strydom offers personalised nutrition coaching for people who want a proven system for fat loss, gaining confidence and building lasting nutritional habits, along with unwavering coaching, support and accountability.
Do you want to:
Lose weight?
Get healthier?
Eat better?
Feel less stressed?
Get more sleep?
Gain more confidence?
Brad Strydom
Nutrition & Health Coach
This is not a one size fits all service, but a tailored system to each client’s specific needs, with a primary focus on nutrition and behaviour change.
Brad has been operating in the health & fitness industry for over a decade and holds numerous certifications from Exercise Science, Nutrition Coaching, CrossFit Level 2, along with a host of many more.
Over an 8 year period he owned a successful strength and conditioning gym, working with hundreds of clients assisting them to reach their goals in fitness and in health.
Today Brad runs a growing personalised 1-to-1 online nutrition coaching program mentoring clients in a system that has proven successful, and sustainable. The program promises to help people improve their health & wellness, not through special tricks or magic potions, but by understanding the client, finding a lifestyle plan that works for them, and offering unwavering support & coaching.
Brad's authenticity, eagerness and commitment to help other's live their best life always shines through. For more information on how Brad can assist you on your path to health and wellness please contact us or book a call with Brad to chat directly with him.
Kylie Davis
PRACTICE MANAGER
Kylie Davis is Blackwood Village Health’s Practice Manager, and has been part of the team since the clinic opened its doors in 1999. Kylie has a Bachelor of Arts, with a strong background in HR, finance and payroll.
Kylie learnt a great deal about chiropractic care from Michael when they first met, and upon having children soon discovered the importance of chiropractic care for the whole family...
Continue reading about Kylie DavisKylie Davis
PRACTICE MANAGER
Kylie Davis is Blackwood Village Health’s Practice Manager, and has been part of the team since the clinic opened its doors in 1999. Kylie has a Bachelor of Arts, with a strong background in HR, finance and payroll.
Kylie learnt a great deal about chiropractic care from Michael when they first met, and upon having children soon discovered the importance of chiropractic care for the whole family. Kylie has always been interested in health - physical, mental and emotional health - learning very early on in life that it is vital to take care of yourself at every opportunity and that having an active life at any age is so important. Kylie has always been interested in fitness and wellbeing and now keeps her body active through yoga and early morning gym sessions.
Kylie adores dogs, and loves when they come and visit the clinic - she even has a secret stash of dog treats in her desk drawer for such occasions. If you really want to make Kylie smile, ask her about her rescue Staffy, Izzy.
The Blackwood Village Health administration team is great at connecting with people when they arrive at the clinic, and strive to make everyone feel welcome and at ease. Sometimes it can be a little nerve wracking to visit a health clinic like Blackwood Village Health for the first time, and so the team does everything they can to make the visit a relaxed and comfortable one. The team works closely with patients, practitioners and other staff members to provide exceptional client care.
Rachel Ballestrin
ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT
Rachel Ballestrin is the Administration Assistant at Blackwood Village Health, and has been with us since 2012. She is a wonderful asset to the clinic, has an infectious laugh and has a real knack of being able to connect easily with people.Rachel grew up in South Australia, and has also spent time in New Jersey in the USA. She has a Bachelor of Arts and is a keen writer, spending any spare time she may have, devoted to this pursuit.
Rachel has always been interested in natural health, nutrition, and supplements and with a busy family of four children, she is very much invested in making sure her whole family are also living their best healthy lives. Keeping active, you will often find Rachel out on the netball court.
Slim
SECURITY GUARD / EDUCATION ASSISTANT
You may have seen this shady character hanging around the clinic for a few years now. Slim, as we have affectionately named our resident skeleton, took up lodging at Blackwood Village Health (BVH) in 2015.
Slim mostly resides in the corner at reception, keeping a watchful eye on the daily comings and goings … that’s until there’s an occasion to celebrate, and then out comes some celebratory costume. Slim is a true exhibitionist at heart!
Continue reading about SlimSlim
SECURITY GUARD / EDUCATION ASSISTANT
You may have seen this shady character hanging around the clinic for a few years now. Slim, as we have affectionately named our resident skeleton, took up lodging at Blackwood Village Health (BVH) in 2015.
Slim mostly resides in the corner at reception, keeping a watchful eye on the daily comings and goings … that’s until there’s an occasion to celebrate, and then out comes some celebratory costume. Slim is a true exhibitionist at heart!
So, who is this chalky collection of bones who hangs out with us?
FACTS ABOUT SLIM
Birthplace: Adelaide
Favourite food: None. I find food goes straight though me
Favourite footy team: Crows of course, is there any other?
Favourite song: Bones (The Killers)
Previous job: Stunt Person
Hobbies: Reading latest medical research and the Women's Weekly
Clinic roles: Security guard, Supervisor, Agony Aunt, Child minder, Model
Biggest fears: Earthquakes and Dogs
Health Tip: Get your bones moving!
Come and visit Slim and the staff at Blackwood Village Health and stay tuned for Slim's blog
You may be eligible for rebates through private health funds with some of our practitioners depending on your level of cover.
