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Dr. Philippa Nunes

Dr. Philippa Nunes - BASc, RAc, DTCMRegistered Acupuncturist, Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Philippa graduated as a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2010
from the Canadian Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Calgary, and is now practicing at Back & Body Health.

She found her way to Chinese Medicine via a circuitous route, first earning her Aerospace Engineering Degree from University of Toronto in 1992, and then working in the telecommunications industry for several years before coming to the realization that her heart lay in a different direction. Her interest and passion for the disciplines of the East began with her training in Kung-Fu around this time. This eventually evolved into a desire to learn and practice the healing art of the Chinese culture as well: their system of medicine.

Philippa blends her analytical and problem-solving skills together with her understanding of how the body functions from an acupuncture channel point of view to help others regain health and freedom of movement.

Acupuncture essentially removes energetic blockages in the communication pathways between all parts of the body – the brain and nervous system, organs, glands and tissues. Breakdown of this neural, circulatory, biochemical and electrical flow of information results in subpar health: injuries that won’t heal, lack of energy or mental clarity, digestive issues, menstrual irregularities, poor sleep, depression, anxiety or frequently getting ill, to name just a few. In today’s modern lifestyle, the root causes of a stuck pattern of disrupted energy flow are often incompatible diet, stress and emotional imbalance, or physical trauma/injury. Philippa works together with her patients in identifying and correcting these underlying causes, which is part of the treatment protocol and healing process.

Philippa’s treatment days at Back & Body Health are Sunday through Thursday.

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COVID-19 Update: Clinic Care as of April 5th

April 4, 2022 By BBH

As of April 5th, our clinic will be transitioning to optional masking for patients, practitioners and staff based upon our Association(s) Guidelines. If you would like your practitioner to wear a mask during treatment or have any concerns, please give us a call to make arrangements for your upcoming appointment and it will be noted on your file. If you are … Read More...

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COVID-19 Update: Clinic Care as of April 5th

April 4, 2022 By BBH

As of April 5th, our clinic will be transitioning to optional masking for patients, practitioners and staff based upon our Association(s) Guidelines. If you would like your … Read More...

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As of April 5th, our clinic will be transitioning to optional masking for patients, practitioners and staff based upon our Association(s) Guidelines. If you would like your practitioner to wear a mask … Read More...

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Back & Body Health
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  • Our Team
  • Forms
  • News
  • Private Health Insurance
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  • Recommended Products
Services
  • Active Release Techniques
  • Chiropractic Care
  • Fascial Stretch Therapy
  • Massage Therapy
  • Myofascial Cupping
  • Physiotherapy / IMS Needling
  • Shockwave Therapy
Additional Services
  • Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy
  • Compression Stockings
  • Custom Orthotics
  • Exercise Rehabilitation
  • Nutrition
  • MVA Claims
  • Health Resources
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  • Marda Loop / Altadore Location4018 16th Street SW, Calgary
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