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Fisio Besso Clinic

Physiotherapy, Osteopathy, TCM Acupuncture

Anne Mühlbauer, ASF Physiotherapist

Nicola Rampa ASF Physiotherapist, CDS-GDK Osteopath, TCM Acupuncturist

Languages spoken:

French, German, English, Italian

By appointment:

+41 91 967 66 65

Treatments

What is physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy offers services that improve, maintain, or restore motor functions and abilities throughout life. Physiotherapy also intervenes when functional abilities and motor skills are impaired by old age or illness, the consequences of an accident, or poor posture. Individual sessions and sometimes group work.

Objectives of physical therapy

To relieve and/or eliminate chronic or acute pain in cases of:

• Rheumatic and inflammatory processes
• Chronic pain due to abnormal weight bearing
• Muscle spasms
• Degenerative signs
• Injuries due to accidents (private, occupational, or sports-related)
• Postoperative pain
• Acute pain due to overload
• Psychosomatic pain

 

Improve and/or eliminate functional disorders of:

 

• Joints, muscles, ligaments, bones, connective tissues, skin
• Nervous system
• Cardiovascular system
• Lungs
• Lymphatic system
• Congenital or acquired growth disorders in children
• Decline in autonomy in the elderly

 

Treatment is normally prescribed by a doctor. In this case, the costs are covered by health, accident, or disability insurance. If the patient wishes, they can contact a physical therapist directly, but in this case, the patient must pay for the services received (please inquire directly at the practice for costs).

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We also offer traditional therapies in the following areas:

• Orthopedics
• Traumatology
• Rheumatology
• Pediatrics
• Neurology
• Surgery
• Gynecology
• Urology

And also:

• Home therapy
• Ergonomics and workplace optimization

What is osteopathy?

 

Osteopathy is a manual therapy (founded in 1892 by Dr. Andrew Taylor Still) that complements conventional medicine. This natural and gentle method treats various conditions without the use of drugs, using a causal rather than symptomatic approach. Osteopathy studies the individual as a whole and does not simply resolve the symptom, but seeks the cause of any suffering, which may be located in a different area of the body from the area of pain.

 

Objectives of osteopathic therapy:

 

This mainly deals with structural and mechanical problems of a musculoskeletal nature, which may, however, be associated with alterations in the function of the visceral organs and the craniosacral system.

Osteopathy can be used on people of all ages, from newborns to the elderly, as well as pregnant and post-pregnancy women.

 

Main fields of application in cases of disorders such as:

 

• Neck pain
• Back pain
• Lower back pain
• Disc disorders
• Headaches
• Migraines
• Temporomandibular joint dysfunction
• Colitis
• Neuralgia

Also congestive conditions such as:

Ear infections, sinusitis, gynecological disorders, and digestive disorders.

Osteopathic treatments are partially covered (75 to 90%) by supplementary insurance, and most insurance companies do not require a medical prescription (check with your insurance company).

Nicola Rampa, Osteopath CDS-GDK

RCC RME and ASCA: R 932261

RME method 223, 141

ASCA method 215

 

MTC ACUPUNCTURE ( Traditional ChineseMedicine)

What is TCM Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is an ancient therapeutic method that is part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (often abbreviated to TCM). TCM is a medical system that developed in the East 2500 years ago and is recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO).

In simple terms, the key concepts in TCM are: the human being is considered a unified entity, an integral part of nature and the Yin/Yang system (a form of opposing but complementary energies). If Yin and Yang are in harmony, Qi (vital energy) can flow without "obstacles" in the body, which will remain in a state of health. In acupuncture, the doctor or therapist with specific training in TCM uses extremely thin (disposable) needles, which are inserted into one of more than 360 points (distributed throughout the body) depending on the desired effect. By inserting needles into these specific points, the aim is to restore, if possible, the patient's health and therefore their balance. According to the principles of TCM, an individual's state of well-being (or energy state) is mainly due to the harmonious flow of Qi through the respective meridians or channels (12 main channels, secondary channels, eight extraordinary channels). These numerous acupuncture points are located along the course of these meridians, but also in other locations. Therefore, if a "blockage" occurs due to causes internal or external to the individual, the Qi can no longer flow freely and disharmony or illness will manifest.

Diagnosis:

In order to operate rationally and effectively, applying the therapeutic principles of TCM, a precise assessment of the subject is necessary, following a specific procedure that makes use of:

-Inspection (complexion, behavior, etc.).

-Listening ( voice and breathing, but also evaluation of body odors, etc.).

-Medical history ( questioning to obtain information on the state of health).

-Palpation (such as the abdomen or diagnostic acupuncture points, etc.).

In addition, the clinical examination includes palpation of the wrists and observation of the tongue. Both are classic methods for determining the subject's energy profile.

Techniques:

TCM does not only mean acupuncture but also:

-Moxibustion: the points are heated using "cigars" made of Artemisia Vulgaris or by placing the same on the needles, it has an effect on Cold/Dampness pathologies and tones the Yang.

-Cupping: stimulation of points with glass cups in which a vacuum is created.

-Auricular therapy: the ear represents a "microsystem," with 88 points corresponding to functions and organs of the human body (these points are treated with needles or by applying Vaccaria seeds).

-Plum blossom hammer or seven-petal flower : consisting of seven needles, its function is to activate circulation in areas where there is poor blood flow or stagnation.

-Tuina: an ancient massage technique closely linked to acupuncture, as it focuses on energy channels or points.nbsp;                     

-Gua Sha: using a "spatula," specific areas are rubbed, particularly to remove congestion.

-Dermaroller: using a multitude of plastic or metal micro-points (without needles), it stimulates not only the blood supply to the skin, but also the flow of Qi in the superficial meridians.

-Bleeding technique: itsfunction is to regulate the flow of Qi and blood.

-Electroacupuncture: a mild electric currentis used to further support and stimulate the needles, mainly to treat acute and chronic pain.

-Phytotherapy and dietetics: phytotherapy involves the use of Chinese herbs. Dietetics is part of the therapy, as recommending a proper diet can support the free flow of Qi.

-Medical gymnastics: Qi Gong and Tai Chi Chuan to harmonize and strengthen Qi.

Main areas of application in cases of disorders such as (according to WHO recommendations):

-Respiratory diseases (sinusitis, rhinitis, bronchial asthma, etc.)

-Eye diseases (acute conjunctivitis, retinitis, etc.)

-Oral diseases (toothache, gingivitis, etc.)

-Gastrointestinal tract diseases (gastritis, colitis, constipation, etc.)

-Neuropathies and myopathies (headache, migraine, acute facial paralysis, sciatica, peripheral neuropathies, etc.)

Acupuncture has a therapeutic effect on many other acute and chronicconditions:

-Osteoarticular and rheumatological disorders: osteoarthritis, discopathy, low back pain, back pain, neck pain, pain from muscle spasms, tendinitis, general pain in the joints of the body, etc.

-Neurological disorders: post-stroke neurological disorders, trigeminal neuralgia, etc.

-Obstetric-gynecological disorders: irregular menstrual flow, nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, breech presentation of the fetus, infertility, etc.

-Dermatological disorders: dermatitis, acne, etc.

- Psychiatric disorders: anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia, etc.

-Cardiovascular disorders: hypertension, palpitations, arrhythmias, etc.

-Smoking

-Obesity

TCMacupuncture treatments are partially covered (75 to 90%) by supplementary insurance ( please check with your insurance company to find out how much they will cover).

Nicola Rampa, TCM Acupuncturist

RCC RME and ASCA: R 932261

RME   method 185/5   (TCM acupuncture)

ASCA method 172 (TCM acupuncture)