ABOUT ME
Therapeutic Massage for Pain & Mobility
Helping people move better, feel better and find a way forward.
I’m Tim Young, a therapeutic massage therapist with more than 25 years’ experience in healthcare, rehabilitation and hands-on treatment.
My approach has been shaped by years of working with people in pain, my background in nursing and rehabilitation, and my own experience of persistent back pain.
I believe good treatment starts with understanding what’s going on, then using hands-on therapy and practical strategies to help you feel and move better.
ABOUT ME
Therapeutic Massage for Pain & Mobility
Helping people move better, feel better and find a way forward.
I’m Tim Young, a therapeutic massage therapist with more than 25 years’ experience in healthcare, rehabilitation and hands-on treatment.
My approach has been shaped by years of working with people in pain, my background in nursing and rehabilitation, and my own experience of persistent back pain.
I believe good treatment starts with understanding what’s going on, then using hands-on therapy and practical strategies to help you feel and move better.
From healthcare to hands-on therapy
My background in healthcare began with St. John as a youth cadet, before studying nursing and working in hospitals in New Zealand, the UK and Canada.
After several years in nursing, I spent four years in a live-in rehabilitation setting in London, supporting a client with significant physical limitations following cervical spine problems.
That experience taught me a lot about persistent pain, recovery and the importance of treating the person rather than simply focusing on a diagnosis .
It also reinforced something that has stayed with me throughout my career: Good treatment starts with listening and paying attention to what the person in front of you actually needs.
An experience that changed how I think about recovery
I worked one-to-one in a live-in rehabilitation role with a man in his 70s who was severely physically limited by pain and restricted movement.
Over four years, through a consistent approach combining exercise, movement, stretching, hands-on treatment, encouragement and accountability, he went from struggling to walk a few hundred metres to ballroom dancing for an hour a day, five days a week.
His recovery was slow and far from linear, with plenty of setbacks along the way. Working with him twice a day, seven days a week, I developed a deep understanding of how a body can change through persistent pain, and how it responds to movement and hands-on treatment.
I learned to listen with my hands.
Most importantly, I learned that recovery takes time, commitment and consistency. Hands-on treatment can play an important role, but it works best as part of a broader approach that helps people move, build confidence and take an active role in their recovery.
My own experience with pain
My interest in pain and mobility is also personal.
After developing persistent pain through my lower back, hips and legs, I experienced first-hand how frustrating it can be when pain starts affecting everyday life.
Restorative yoga, strengthening through sun salutations, massage and using a massage ball all played a part in helping me get moving comfortably again.
That experience changed how I think about persistent pain and continues to shape how I work today.
Hands-on treatment is central to what I do, with practical advice or exercises where they may be useful.
My Approach
Therapeutic Massage
Hands-on treatment is the foundation of my work. I tailor each treatment to what you’re experiencing, with presser and approach adjusted throughout the session.
Understanding what's going on
I take time to understand what’s been bothering you, what affects it and what you’d like her with.
Practical advice
Where useful, I may suggest simple exercises or strategies that can help between treatments.
I don’t believe every problem needs the same approach. Treatment should be guided by what you’re experiencing, how your body responds and what you’re hoping to get back to doing.
My Approach
Therapeutic Massage
Hands-on treatment is the foundation of my work. I tailor each treatment to what you’re experiencing, with presser and approach adjusted throughout the session.
Understanding what's going on
I take time to understand what’s been bothering you, what affects it and what you’d like her with.
Strength & self-management
For many people, hands-on treatment is only part of the answer. Building strength and confidence is essential for longer-term progress.
Practical advice
Where useful, I may suggest simple exercises or strategies that can help between treatments.
I don’t believe every problem needs the same approach. Treatment should be guided by what you’re experiencing, how your body responds and what you’re hoping to get back to doing.
My experience
25+ years healthcare experience
A background in Nursing, healthcare and rehabilitation
16+ years hands-on treatment
Extensive experience providing therapeutic massage and hands-on treatment.
Registered Nurse
Bachelor of Nursing, UNITEC
4 years in rehabilitation
Experience supporting people through complex physical limitations.
Therapeutic Massage
More than 16 years of hands-on treatment experience, including Thai massage and therapeutic bodywork.
Yoga
A long-standing part of my own approach to movement, strength and wellbeing.
What you can expect
I take time to listen and understand the full picture.
I’m calm, thoughtful and unhurried.
You’ll leave feeling heard, supported and with a clearer idea of what comes next.
Sometimes it’s treatment. Sometimes it’s explanation. Sometimes it’s both.
My goal is meaningful results that help you get back to doing what matters to you.
Why I do this work
I get a kick out of helping people feel better. Seeing someone move more freely, regain confidence or return to activities they thought they might have lost is incredibly rewarding.
There are no guarantees and no single treatment that works for everyone. But with the right support, a practical approach and consistent effort, meaningful progress is often possible.
My goal is simple: to help you understand your body, move with more confidence and find a practical route out of pain and discomfort.
My experience
25+ years healthcare experience
A broad understanding of health, injury and recovery.
16+ years hands-on treatment
Extensive experience working with acute and persistent pain.
Registered Nurse
Bachelor of Nursing, UNITEC
4 years in rehabilitation
Experience supporting people through complex physical limitations.
Thai Massage
Level 4 Diploma, 300 hours
Yoga
Teacher certified with 15+ years of personal practice
What you can expect
I take time to listen and understand the full picture.
I’m calm, thoughtful and unhurried.
You’ll leave feeling heard, supported and with a clearer idea of what comes next.
Sometimes it’s treatment. Sometimes it’s explanation. Sometimes it’s both.
My goal is meaningful results that help you get back to doing what matters to you.
Why I do this work
I get a kick out of helping people feel better. Seeing someone move more freely, regain confidence or return to activities they thought they might have lost is incredibly rewarding.
There are no guarantees and no single treatment that works for everyone. But with the right support, a practical approach and consistent effort, meaningful progress is often possible.
My goal is simple: to help you understand your body, move with more confidence and find a practical route out of pain and discomfort.
Ready to get started?
If you’re dealing with pain, stiffness, restricted movement or an issue that’s been holding you back, I’d be happy to help you work out where to start.
WHAT MY CLIENTS SAY
Phone: 027 256 4404
Email: timyoungbackhealth@gmail.com
Location: Balance in Buxton, Nelson 7010
City Central Arcade, Buxton Square
Monday – Sunday
10am – 5.30pm
CONTACT
027 2564404
timyoungbackhealth@gmail.com
Balance in Buxton, Nelson 7010
City Central Arcade, Buxton Square
timyoungbackhealth.com
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