Nicole Brown
- Acupuncture for musculoskeletal injury and recovery.
- Addresses chronic pain with acupuncture and manual therapy.
- Treating overuse conditions; recharging the body.
- Uses tuina, gua sha, cupping, or moxa.
- Classical Chinese medicine to change disease course.
This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.
Copper Mountain Centre
239 Menzies Street, 202, Victoria, BC, V8V 2G6
In my experience, healing happens more easily when the body has the resources to support it. Pain, stress, injury, and chronic health concerns can place significant demands on the body, often leaving people feeling depleted, tense, or disconnected from their usual sense of vitality. Through acupuncture and hands-on therapies, my goal is to help create the conditions for recovery by supporting the nervous system, easing physical discomfort, and helping the body return to a more balanced state. Creating an environment where people can genuinely relax is an important part of how I practice. Many people lead busy lives and rarely have an opportunity to fully slow down. I view treatment as a chance to step out of that pace for a time, allowing the nervous system to settle and the body to receive support. Alongside acupuncture, I often incorporate acupressure, cupping, tuina, and gua sha, tailoring each session to the individual and how they are presenting that day. My practice is informed by Classical Chinese Medicine and a particular interest in how the body adapts to both chronic health concerns and physical injuries. I work with a wide range of conditions, from pain and musculoskeletal injuries to stress-related concerns and long-standing health challenges. Whether the focus is restoring movement, reducing discomfort, or supporting overall wellbeing, my goal is to help people feel more at ease in their bodies and reconnect with a greater sense of vitality.
A restorative treatment blending acupuncture, cupping, cranial acupressure, and traditional bodywork techniques. Each session is tailored to your individual needs and includes continuous hands-on care throughout the treatment. During subsequent acupuncture visits, clients' progress is assessed through follow-up discussions; this provides information to track any changes in symptoms or overall health. Pulse and tongue assessments continue to provide valuable insights into the evolving conditions and treatment needs. Acupuncture treatment is tailored based on the ongoing assessment, with needles inserted into specific points to continue promoting Qi flow and addressing imbalances. Moxibustion therapy may be used as needed to further support the body's healing process and address persistent symptoms. Cupping therapy will also be applied to address any lingering muscle tension or stagnation.