Medbase St. Gallen Am Vadianplatz

The specialisations of allergology concern:

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

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.

Die Gefässmedizin-Chirurgie/Phlebologie beschäftigt sich mit der Untersuchung und Behandlung von Gefässerkrankungen, also der Venen, Arterien und Lymphgefässen.

Bei einer Erkrankung können sich die Arterien sowohl erweitern, wie auch verengen. Die Erweiterungen gilt es frühzeitig zu erkennen und eine Behandlung einzuleiten. Bei den Verengungen entsteht eine «Schaufensterkrankheit». Sie kann mit unterschiedlichen Möglichkeiten behandelt werden, auch konservativ. Dazu steht eine hochmoderne Funktionsdiagnostik und Bildgebung mit Ultraschall zur Verfügung.

Die Behandlung der Krampfadern und des offenen Beines erfolgt ambulant und stationär, auch in der Thurklinik Niederuzwil. Hier steht als endovenöse Methode die Thermoablation zur Verfügung. Zudem nutzen wir die konventionelle Therapie der Varikose, bei welcher eine spezielle Vereisungsmethode angewandt wird. Als herkömmliches Verfahren setzen wir auf die operative Entfernung der Krampfadern.

As experience family doctors, we examine, treat and advise you according to your needs.

• GP medical care
• Check-ups
• Audiometry
• Tympanometry
• 24-hour blood pressure measuring service
• Internal medicine and orthopedic examinations
• Follow-up treatments after illnesses, OP
• Vaccinations – travel medicine
• Assessment of fitness to drive
• Minor surgery, wound care
• Resting and exercise electrocardiogram
• Pulmonary function test (spirometry)
• Digital x-rays
• In-house laboratory

Rheumatology is a specialist area treating diseases and disorders affecting the musculoskeletal system. This includes, in particular, the inflammation of bones, joints and muscles (e.g. rheumatism, arthritis and osteoporosis) as well as internal organs and the nervous system.

The rheumatologist is an expert in diseases such as arthritis, osteoarthritis and osteoporosis. His work predominantly involves diagnosing the disease and deciding on the appropriate treatment. The treatment options include radio-controlled infiltration, shock wave therapy, manual medicine, specific medication, therapy autologous blood, and so on.

During a stress ECG performed on a stationary bike or treadmill, the heart’s performance and any changes in the cardiovascular system are monitored. The exercise intensity is increased either in stages or continuously until maximum exertion is reached. The test provides insights into blood pressure and heart rate patterns and serves as an important diagnostic tool for detecting circulatory disorders of the heart as well as exercise-induced arrhythmias.

• Versorgung primärer Wunden
• Behandlung chronischer Wunden (Biochirurgie und Honigtherapie)
• Wundpräparate: Apligraf® und Nushield® (SafW zertifiziert)

Biofeedback provides a simple computer-controlled process for measuring and gaining greater awareness of involuntary and/or uncontrollable physiological functions. It helps you focus on achieving your therapy goals, such as correcting autonomous non-specific physiological stress reactions (e.g. heart rate, muscle tension, respiratory rate, sweat glands and body temperature). In the long term this will help patients gain self-control thereby enhancing their self-competence, by implementing the processes in everyday life, predominantly in stressful situations.

Break the chains of pain with BOEGER Scar Therapy.

For the most part, scars do not cause direct discomfort and adhesions are not usually visible. But they do restrict movement and lead to postural adaptations and pain. The BOEGER Therapy® diagnoses the cause of the chains of pain, permanently relaxes inflammation-induced adhesions in the fascia, supports venous drainage and lowers the muscle tone in the tissue. Visceral techniques are used to release blockages in the organ column.

The BOEGER Therapy thus breaks the cycle of pain symptoms and restricted movement. Since the patient can instantly sense a reduction of the tissue tension, they feel relief, allowing the BOEGER Therapy to work fully.

Persons with diabetes mellitus type 2 are exposed to a greater medical risk of suffering from cardiovascular disorders. To counteract this risk, we advise you and provide therapy that follows an evidence-based care concept.

The concept focuses not only on medical factors but also treatments such as physical activity and nutrition. Cooperation between the professional groups involved is needed for the care concept to be implemented successfully: Medical professionals, physiotherapists, specially trained medical assistants and nutrition and diabetes experts. The interdisciplinary organisation of our Medical Center ensures this.

Process

The patient formulates their goals together with their general practitioner and, if required, other experts. This process is repeated together with the patient in an annual GP follow-up. The goal setting is followed by an action catalogue, which is also developed together with the patient.

Chronic Care Management

Avec le Chronic Care Management, vous bénéficiez d’un suivi structuré avec une collaboration entre différentes spécialités et un accompagnement personnalisé pour mieux gérer votre santé au quotidien. Pour en savoir plus sur ce concept global de soins, consultez la page dédiée au Chronic Care Management.

Physiotherapy for dizziness (dizziness, vertigo, rotatory vertigo) includes a differentiated assessment to narrow down the cause of the dizziness as precisely as possible. This allows the focus of the therapy to be determined in a targeted manner. Depending on the findings, positioning manoeuvres for rotary vertigo, vestibular training with eye coordination exercises and balance exercises are used. Comprehensive patient education is a central component of the therapy.

The exercise consultation is a part of our physiotherapy coaching. It is used for diabetes mellitus type 2 (and other diseases) and aims to bring more physical activity in the patients’ everyday life using a specific plan.

Process
In an initial discussion, we address your personal situation. We take your wishes and expectations into consideration and support you in setting a goal for more movement. There is also the possibility to create an individual training program for at home or for our training room. Walks, hikes and other activities are also suitable for diabetics.

Advantages

• Increased uptake of glucose in the muscles
• Increased proportion of skeletal muscle
• Reduction of depression
• Improved fat burning
• Weight reduction
• Reduction of systolic blood pressure
• Reduced insulin resistance
• Improved insulin action
• Reduced risk of heart disease

The lymphatic system runs through the entire body. Its most important job is to drain and remove tissue fluid and the various substances it contains.

Method

The lymphatic system is activated through the application of pumping and circular motions and scooping strokes. When stimulated, the lymphatic system absorbs and transports more tissue fluid. This decongests the tissue.

Areas of use

• Edema resulting from a disorder of the lymphatic system and the venous vessels
• Edema after an injury or surgery
• Lymphedema after surgery for cancer
• Rheumatic diseases
• Generally for detoxification and decongestion

Manual therapy is a specialized sub-field within physiotherapy for the examination and treatment of the musculoskeletal system. It is used in particular for complex movement disorders that require a thorough examination and assessment.

Manual therapy combines various highly specialized treatment techniques including manual techniques and therapeutic exercises. The treatment is based on an objective worked out together with the patient.

Areas of use

• Joint problems
• Spinal pain (back pain, radiation therapy, neck and arm complaints, headaches, dizziness, etc.)
• Muscular complaints
• Dysfunctions of the nervous system
• Rehabilitation after operations

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)

Through our consultations and treatment, we provide our clients with support after an injury or accident and as preventive measures We bolster individual strengths and balance out any weaknesses. Our consultations and treatments are driven by solutions. It is important that we promote our client’s sense of personal responsibility as it is a prerequisite for attaining the ultimate goals.

We strive to optimize the relationship and communication of all those involved in this healing process: client – referring doctor – physiotherapist.

Target groups

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

Prerequisites

Available through basic and accident insurance (through a referral by your doctor) or supplementary insurance (massages).

For all self-payers we have the following offer: Physiotherapy made to measure

Physiotherapy for temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) aims to relieve pain, improve jaw mobility, and release muscle tension to restore optimal jaw function. The treatment includes manual joint mobilizations, muscle stretching, and coordination exercises for the masticatory muscles. It is complemented by thorough patient education. The goal is to reduce pain or achieve pain relief.

wegweisend. zielsicher. zukunftsorientiert.

Jede Person hat Anspruch auf eine erstklassige, qualitativ hochwertige und sichere Rehabilitation. Jedoch kann diese je nach Problem oft länger dauern und frustrierend sein. 

Um Sie auf diesem holprigen Weg zu unterstützen, haben erfahrene Ärzte und Therapeuten zusammen das Angebot Rehapfade entwickelt. Dieses Angebot hat es zur Aufgabe, Sie wegweisend und zielsicher zu Ihren bedeutungsvollen Aktivitäten zurückzuführen. 

Es ist unser Versprechen an Sie, Ihnen als Therapie-Kompass zu dienen, indem wir mit Ihnen abgesprochene, individuelle Therapiepläne gestalten, Informationen auf Augenhöhe kommunizieren und Sie mit regelmässigen leistungsdiagnostischen Tests motivieren, Ihre Ziele zu erreichen. Unser Netzwerk von ausgebildeten Therapeuten ist für Sie da.

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Beschwerden?

Die interdisziplinäre Zusammenarbeit von Fachpersonen aus der Medizin, Physiotherapie sowie weiteren Spezialgebieten ermöglicht Ihnen eine 360°-Versorgung. Mit Ihrer Gesundheit im Zentrum. 

Shock waves are very short, high-energy acoustic pulses. The shock waves created in a generator are passed through the skin to the injured part of the body where they release their therapeutic effect. This stimulates the body’s own healing powers, which accelerate the healing process.

Shock waves help to heal painful and inflamed tendons/ligaments (enthesopathy). The treatment has also proven to be successful in arterial circulatory disorders and pain therapy.

Areas of use

• Heel pain caused by heel spurs (plantaris fasciitis)
• Calcific tendinitis of the shoulder (tendinosis calcarea)
• Tennis and golfer’s elbow (epicondylitis)
• Pain in the Achilles tendon (achillodynia)
• Shin splints (medial tibial stress syndrome)
• Jumpers knee
• Patella tip syndrome
• Hip tendon injury (gluteal endinopathy)
• Muscle-fascia pain (myofascial pain)

The treatment is short and low-risk. The dosage is adapted to suit the pain tolerance of the patient and does not require anesthetics. A marked improvement can already been seen after just 2 to 3 sessions in most cases. 4 to 7 shock wave sessions are carried out on average per patient.

The majority of supplementary insurances will contribute to the cost of the treatment.

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.

Practitioners of craniosacral therapy assist the client to self-regulate by applying light touches.

The aim of the treatment is not to combat the symptoms but instead to find out the causes of the pain to create a holistic healing process. Craniosacral therapy can be used to treat people of all ages, from birth to old age.

Symptoms

• Back and neck problems, migraines, stress-related ailments
• Problems sleeping, fatigue, depression
• Orthodontic problems
• Asthma, allergies and skin conditions, and much more

Health insurance policies are recognized for supplementary insurance in alternative medicine.

Traditional homoeopathy is a holistic naturopathic therapy in which the patient is not considered solely from the aspect of the illness but addresses the body, mind and psyche as a whole. The symptoms and complaints are treated as an individual reflection of an imbalance within the body of the patient.

Method

In an initial consultation involves a detailed case-taking by the homoeopath to help build up a comprehensive picture of the patent's medical history. Based on this, the homoeopath will then carefully work through the information obtained and, after thoroughly examining all the factors, will prescribe an individual remedy that is completely adapted to the personal condition of the patient. This remedy is designed to stimulate the life force, which regulates all the physiological processes, triggers the body’s own natural healing processes, strengthens the body defenses and restores the patient’s health.

Areas of use

Anxiety, burnout, fatigue, sleeping disorders, hyperactivity, difficulty concentrating, asthma, bronchitis, hay fever, developmental disorders, bed-wetting, diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome, food intolerances, indigestion, metabolic disorders, skin rashes, eczema, colds, coughs, susceptibility to infection, tonsillitis and ear infections, cardiovascular and circulatory disorders, gynecological problems, menstrual pain, hormonal disorders, premenstrual syndrome, pregnancy-related complaints and much more.

Refunding of costs

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

This holistic medical system dating back over 2,000 years is currently enjoying growing recognition and importance.

Modern medicine considers the patient as a whole. Our level of physical fitness significantly influences our general sense of motivation. We aim to positively influence your fitness and state of health.

Are you in pain? Do you frequently feel tired or stressed? TCM is suitable for a variety of ailments and illnesses, but also for prevention and optimization. With the additional offer of acupuncture and Chinese herbal therapies, we are able to look after you in the best possible way – also in conjunction with conventional medical treatments. We work closely together with the doctor or therapist. In the diagnostics and therapies, we do not just consider individual parts of the body, but look at the patient as a whole.

Traditional Chinese Medicine offers the following variety of treatments:

Acupuncture, ear acupuncture, cupping, Chinese herbal therapies, moxa, heat therapy

Main areas of treatment:

• Musculoskeletal pain (back pain, tennis elbow, heel spur, etc.)
• Headaches, migraines
• Tinnitus, loss of hearing, dizziness
• Sinusitis, hay fever
• Problems with the digestive tract (stomach pain, irritable bowels, etc.)
• Sleeping disorders
• Fatigue, stress, burnout
• PMS, menopausal complaints, hot flashes
• and much more

A medical massage improves the blood circulation and metabolism and therefore reduces tension and pain in the muscles as well as the entire body. It improves the patient’s performance and regeneration, whilst simultaneously purifying and detoxing the body. Different manipulation techniques and intensities are applied to achieve the objectives.

Sports massage

A sports massage is a variation of the classic massage. It plays an important role in preparing for training and competitions, or after great physical exertion with the aim of restoring previous performance levels. The massage techniques are individually tailored to suit the athlete, i.e. His/her type of sport and his/her ultimate objective (stimulation, improved performance, regeneration, relaxation or injury prophylaxis).

Trigger point therapy

TP therapy is used to target local cramps in the muscle tissue. It is often applied to ease painful conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system, headaches, injuries, susceptibility to injuries and to prevent discomfort.

Lymphatic drainage

The lymphatic system is stimulated through gentle, rhythmic and slow pumping manipulations (pressure), which promotes the drainage of lymphatic fluids from the tissue. Lymphatic drainage is used for swelling after an injury, surgery and congenital disorders of the lymphatic system. It is also used for certain types of headaches and migraines.

The massage services can partly be billed via the additional insurance. Please check in advance whether your health insurance company accepts the therapist or treatment methods and covers the costs.