Medbase Zurich Wiedikon

Manual medicine works on acute back point (for example, the dreaded “lumbago”) and chronic back pain, as well as joint and muscle ailments. The muscles, tendons and joints are not directly damaged, but they do not work together in cohesion, which is why the sufferer is afflicted with pain and limits to their range and quality of movement. The pain resulting from these “functional” problems can arise quite a distance from the actual source of the problem.

The healing process begins immediately after the initial visit to the doctor and usually just a few treatment sessions are sufficient. After this, it is the individual’s own active cooperation and personal responsibility that are key. With consistent training, the patient can prevent a relapse and remain free from complaints for the long term.

Beim Belastungs-EKG auf dem Fahrrad- oder Laufbandergometer werden die Leistungsfähigkeit des Herzens sowie mögliche Veränderungen des Herzkreislaufsystems erfasst. Die Belastung wird entweder stufenweise oder kontinuierlich bis zur Maximalleistung gesteigert. Die Messung erlaubt Rückschlüsse über Blutdruck- und Pulsverhalten und dient als wichtige Diagnostik von Durchblutungsstörungen des Herzens sowie belastungsabhängigen Herzrhythmusstörungen.

Sports cardiology addresses the various cardiological issues and specializes in particular on individuals subject to physical exertion and sports. It is therefore just as important for competitive athletes as it is for recreational athletes or patients involved in sporting activities who have an increased risk of heart disease (hypertension, smoking, diabetes, high blood lipid levels, overweight, family stress or chronic lack of physical activity), as well as patients who already have heart diseases, who want to continue to be physically active.

Physical exercise and sports, endurance sports in particular, are advisable and a healthy option for your heart. However, under certain circumstances such activities can also have risks. That is why it makes sense for athletes and would-be athletes to undergo a specific sports cardiac screening and assessment if they experience any indicative signs due to complaints or after a routine check. Delineating physiological adaptation through sports and pathological findings relating to the heart can sometimes be a difficult process. It is important to identify patients who actually have an increased risk.

We offer assessments for athletes with abnormal findings (e.g. significantly deviant rest-ECG results during a routine check). We furthermore offer sports cardiac checks for beginners and individuals wanting to take up sports/physical activities again, who do or do not have cardiovascular risk factors. We also provide assessments and training advice for athletes form all disciplines and performance levels, as well as for patients with existing cardiovascular diseases.

Cardiology deals with diseases of the heart and their consequential risk factors. This includes, among other things, hypertension, heart valve defects, circulatory disorders of the heart (coronary heat disease), heart failure, various forms of diseases of the heart muscle (cardiomyopathy) and numerous other diseases.

The specialisations of dermatology concern:

• Skin and mucous membranes disorders
• Hair and nail disorders

The dermatology consultation is designed for adults and children of all ages. We provide our patients with topical, systemic and surgical therapies. We also perform minor aesthetic procedures for all parts of the skin, for example using laser, cauterisation or sclerotherapy.

Our dermatology services also include light therapy and desensitisation therapy. Furthermore, we provide treatment and consultations with regard to tropical dermatology and travel medicine, psychodermatology or venerology and dermatological assessments.

The specialisations of allergology concern:

• Allergies (e.g. acne, eczema, skin cancer, hay fever, infections, neurodermatitis, psoriasis, etc.)

Ultrasound allows us to predominantly examine soft tissue structures in the body. That is why our ultrasound scanner is used to help clarify so many questions.

Craniosacral therapy is a sensitive, profound form of bodywork that focuses on the person in his or her entirety. The focus is on the activation of the self-healing powers, the connection with the inherent healthy and the resources of a person. Light, clear and receptive touch allows clients to come into contact with deep stillness and relaxation. The autonomous body systems regulate and rearrange themselves. More vitality as well as the return to an inner balance are the consequences.

Craniosacral therapy is ideal for everyone - from newborns to seniors.

Areas of treatment

• Stress, states of exhaustion, sleep disorders and psychosomatic complaints
• Support in challenging phases of life, crises and times of change
• Post-traumatic complaints
• Acute and chronic pain
• After traumatic events such as accidents, shock, whiplash injury
• Recovery from childbirth, operations, accidents
• Immune deficiency and chronic infections
• Hormonal complaints such as PMS, painful menstruation, menopausal symptoms
• Accompanying therapy for serious illnesses to promote quality of life

Goals

• Support and reinforcement of the " healthy " within the organism
• Support self-regulation
• Find more resilience and coherence
• Promote regeneration and rehabilitation
• Reduce stress
• Integrating processes of change
• finding inner balance (body-mind-spirit)

Cost coverage

Please ask your health insurer about the cost coverage of the therapy.

We are there for you when you need us. Whether after completion of a prescribed physiotherapy or at any time on your own request. We advise and treat you personally and individually according to your needs - regardless of your health insurance and without prior consultation with a doctor. As a self-payer, you can benefit from our entire spectrum of physiotherapy.

Various contact channels are available to our customers and patients. Choose the appropriate access according to your needs:

• On-site consultation
• Telephone or video consultation
• Chat

Please inform yourself in advance at the respective site.

Target groups

Persons suffering from musculoskeletal problems as well as recreational and competitive athletes from all types of sports and age groups.

Cost absorption

These services are not covered by health insurance/accident insurance and therefore do not require a doctor's prescription.

Further information

Additional information as well as the costs for the self-payer offer can be found in the offer flyer.

Offer Flyer

Physiotherapy made to measure (german)

In Medical training therapy (MTT) the musculoskeletal system and cardiovascular system are trained through endurance, flexibility, strength and coordination training programs. Targeted training stimuli balance muscle and endurance deficits and maximize the body’s resilience. This results in improved performance both at work and leisure. Competent and specially trained physiotherapists oversee and instruct patients through the MTT treatment.

Do you want to modify your diet, increase your performance or become slimmer? Would you like to reach your ideal weight?

We advise individuals who want a healthier diet, adapt their diet to their current situation, (e.g. pregnant women, parents and their children, professionals, postmenopausal women, senior citizens, etc.) or amateur and performance athletes who want to optimally support their athletic ambitions with the right nutrition. We are also the right choice for diabetics (type 1 and type 2), individuals with inflammatory rheumatic disorders, celiac disease or lactose intolerance.

We believe it is important to be hands-on. In addition to the individual consultation, we also support you on site. You will find a more detailed description of this offer here:

• Shopping coaching
• Restaurant coaching
• Take-away food coaching

With certain indicative signs, such as being overweight, with a BMI of over 30 plus secondary diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and malnutrition, the cost for the consultation can be covered by your health insurance. You must, however, present a doctor’s prescription to qualify.

Targeting weak points in the locomotor system

The Medbase Physio Check helps you actively address weaknesses in the locomotor system with professional guidance. The focus is on active strengthening to prevent tension, achieve better posture, and reduce the stress on your joints with a strengthened musculature.  

Procedure

The physiotherapist creates a training program tailored to your needs, which you can access via the Medbase physio.coach app at any time for independent training.

For whom is the Medical Physio Check suitable?

The Medbase Physio Check is suitable for adults. Especially people with sedentary professions or one-sided physical stresses at work can actively improve their posture, strengthen their musculature, and prevent tension with the Physio Check.

Appointment

Arrange an individual appointment for physiotherapy (60 minutes) at your chosen location online or over the phone and mention «Physio Check».

Locations with individual physiotherapy

physio.coach is a service offered to Medbase Group customers:

• Your training program – individually drawn up by your physiotherapist
• Always on hand – online and offline
• High-quality and easy-to-understand videos – for greater security during implementation
• Presenting your progress in real time – to achieve your targets quicker
• Handy tools as reminders and for feedback – for continuous optimization

To use this service, you will need an access code, which your therapist will send to you either by e-mail or SMS. Once you are set up, your can start your workout straight away and send feedback to your therapist on the exercises you have completed.

Login with access code (German)

The Feldenkrais method helps people better organize their movements and enjoy more ease in everyday life. Poor movement and habits we are unaware of having are often the cause of pain, poor posture and injuries. Feldenkrais make people aware of such habits and help them to make permanent changes.

What you can expect from the Feldenkrais method:

• Functional improvement in restricted mobility and pain
• Improved posture, flexibility and coordination in everyday tasks and more pleasure through movement
• Optimized performance in sports or playing an instrument
• Improved emotional well-being

Two ways of teaching the Feldenkrais method

1. Consciously through movement

Verbally guided group lessons. In playful and gently applied flows of movement to refine your perception and expand your range of movements.

2. Functional integration

One-to-one lessons in which the therapist deals with your concerns on an individual basis. Through gentle manipulation, Feldenkrais method provides accurate information on the area of the brain that organizes movements and opens up the way to new possibilities.

Costs

Please refer to your health insurance provider to find out if they cover the costs of the therapy.