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Therapy<\/h1>\n

Range of services Clinic for prevention and regeneration in Munich Schwabing<\/h2>\n

Infusion therapy<\/h3>

Infusion therapies for longevity & performance<\/h4>\n

Maximum cell energy. Measurable regeneration. Tangible vitality. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Modern infusion therapies are among the most effective methods of preventive high-performance medicine. Through intravenous administration, essential micronutrients and regenerative substances enter the bloodstream directly – without being lost via the digestive tract. <\/p>\n

The result:<\/strong> higher bioavailability, faster effect and targeted cell optimization.<\/p>\n

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In our Longevity Clinic, we develop individualized protocols to increase energy, resilience, regeneration and healthy lifespan.<\/p>\n

1st NAD+ cell energy infusion<\/h4>\n

Goal:<\/strong> Cell regeneration & mitochondrial optimization<\/p>\n

Focal points:<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \n
  • Promotion of cell energy (ATP production)<\/li>\n
  • Support for DNA repair<\/li>\n
  • Anti-ageing & cognitive performance<\/li>\n
  • Support for exhaustion & stress<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Duration:<\/strong> 90-180 minutes
    Recommended frequency:<\/strong> course of 4-8 sessions<\/p>\n

    2. high-dose vitamin C infusion<\/h4>\n

    Goal:<\/strong> Cell protection & immune system<\/p>\n

    Focal points:<\/strong><\/p>\n

      \n
    • Strong antioxidant<\/li>\n
    • Immunomodulation<\/li>\n
    • Support for vascular health<\/li>\n
    • Promotes regeneration<\/li>\n
    • Stimulation of collagen synthesis<\/li>\n
    • Improvement of vascular elasticity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Duration:<\/strong> 30-60 minutes
      Optional:<\/strong> combination with zinc & selenium<\/p>\n

      3. glutathione detox infusion<\/h4>\n

      Aim:<\/strong> Detoxification & cell protection<\/p>\n

        \n
      • Strong endogenous antioxidant<\/li>\n
      • Support for liver detoxification<\/li>\n
      • Reduction of oxidative stress<\/li>\n
      • Skin & cell rejuvenation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Duration:<\/strong> 30-45 minutes
        Can be ideally combined with:<\/strong> Vitamin C<\/p>\n

        4. mitochondrial performance infusion<\/h4>\n

        Ingredients (individually adapted):<\/strong><\/p>\n

          \n
        • B vitamins (B1, B2, B6, B12)<\/li>\n
        • Magnesium<\/li>\n
        • Coenzyme Q10<\/li>\n
        • Alpha lipoic acid<\/li>\n
        • Carnitine<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Target:<\/strong><\/p>\n

            \n
          • Increase in mental & physical energy<\/li>\n
          • Sporty performance<\/li>\n
          • Burnout prevention<\/li>\n
          • Metabolic optimization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Duration:<\/strong> 45-60 minutes<\/p>\n

            5. anti-stress & burnout recovery infusion<\/h4>\n

            Focal points:<\/strong><\/p>\n

              \n
            • Magnesium<\/li>\n
            • B-complex<\/li>\n
            • Amino acids<\/li>\n
            • Adaptogens (individually tested)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Effect:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                \n
              • Regulation of the nervous system<\/li>\n
              • Improvement of sleep & resilience<\/li>\n
              • Quickly noticeable relaxation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Duration:<\/strong> 45 minutes<\/p>\n

                6.resveratrol infusion<\/h4>\n

                Resveratrol<\/strong> is a plant polyphenol found in red grapes, berries and red wine, among other things. It is being intensively researched in the context of longevity, anti-ageing and metabolic health<\/strong> due to its antioxidant and cell-protective properties. <\/p>\n

                \u26a0\ufe0f Important: A resveratrol infusion<\/strong> is not an established standard therapy<\/strong> in conventional medicine and is not part of cardiological, oncological or internal medicine guidelines.<\/p>\n

                Mechanisms of action of resveratrol.
                \n<\/strong>Resveratrol is associated with the following mechanisms:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

                  \n
                • Activation of sirtuins (SIRT1)<\/strong><\/li>\n
                • Modulation of cellular ageing processes<\/li>\n
                • Antioxidant effect<\/li>\n
                • Anti-inflammatory effects<\/li>\n
                • Support of the endothelial function<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                  Intermittent Hypoxia Hyperoxia Therapy (IHHT)<\/h3>

                  IHHT as a biohack to improve regeneration<\/h4>\n

                  IHHT (interval hypoxia-hyperoxia therapy)<\/strong> is a method in which the patient alternately breathes in oxygen-poor (hypoxia)<\/strong> and oxygen-rich air (hyperoxia)<\/strong> through a mask.<\/p>\n

                  Goal in the biohacking context:<\/strong> stimulate mitochondria, improve cell energy and optimize autonomic regulation<\/p>\n

                  How does IHHT work?<\/strong><\/p>\n

                    \n
                  • Hypoxia \u2192 mild “stress stimulus” (hormesis)<\/li>\n
                  • Activation of hypoxia signaling pathways (e.g. HIF-1\u03b1)<\/li>\n
                  • Promotion of mitochondrial adaptation processes<\/li>\n
                  • Improvement of oxygen utilization<\/li>\n
                  • Increase in HRV (heart rate variability)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>

                    PRP & PRF<\/h3>

                    PRP & PRF – Regenerative autologous blood therapy<\/h1>\n

                    Modern methods of biological regeneration<\/strong><\/p>\n

                    PRP (platelet-rich plasma)<\/strong> and PRF (platelet-rich fibrin)<\/strong> are methods of autologous (the body’s own) regenerative medicine. Highly concentrated platelets (thrombocytes) rich in growth factors are obtained from the patient’s own blood. <\/p>\n

                    These procedures are used in orthopaedics, sports medicine, dentistry and aesthetic medicine.<\/strong><\/p>\n

                    What is PRP (platelet-rich plasma)?<\/h4>\n

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                    With PRP<\/strong>, blood is taken from the patient and centrifuged. The platelet-rich plasma is isolated and then injected into the affected tissue. <\/p>\n

                    Effect of PRP:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                      \n
                    • Release of growth factors (PDGF, TGF-\u03b2, VEGF, etc.)<\/li>\n
                    • Stimulation of cell regeneration<\/li>\n
                    • Promotion of blood circulation<\/li>\n
                    • Support for healing processes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      PRF is a further development of PRP. Differences to PRP: <\/strong><\/p>\n

                        \n
                      • No additives or anticoagulants<\/li>\n
                      • Slower release of growth factors<\/li>\n
                      • Fibrin matrix as a natural scaffold<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        PRF is frequently used in dentistry and tissue surgery.<\/strong><\/p>\n

                        Typical areas of application<\/h4>\n

                        Aesthetic medicine:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                          \n
                        • Skin rejuvenation (“Vampire Lift”)<\/li>\n
                        • Hair growth in androgenetic alopecia<\/li>\n
                        • Scar treatment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine<\/strong><\/p>\n

                            \n
                          • Osteoarthritis (e.g. knee)<\/li>\n
                          • Tendon irritation<\/li>\n
                          • Tennis elbow<\/li>\n
                          • Achilles tendon problems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            \"\"<\/p>\n

                            Dentistry & Oral Surgery:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                              \n
                            • Bone regeneration<\/li>\n
                            • Implantology<\/li>\n
                            • Periodontal therapy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                              Advantages of PRP\/PRF therapy:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                \n
                              • Use of endogenous substances<\/li>\n
                              • Low allergy risk<\/li>\n
                              • Minimally invasive<\/li>\n
                              • Can be performed on an outpatient basis<\/li>\n
                              • Short downtime<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>

                                Mesotherapy<\/h3>

                                Mesotherapy<\/strong> is a minimally invasive medical-aesthetic treatment in which small amounts of active ingredients are injected directly into the middle layer of the skin (dermis) using very fine needles.<\/span><\/p>\n

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                                How does it work?<\/h4>\n

                                The micro-injections allow the active ingredients to reach exactly where they are supposed to work. Among other things, the following are used <\/strong><\/p>\n

                                  \n
                                • Hyaluronic acid<\/li>\n
                                • Vitamins (e.g. A, C, E)<\/li>\n
                                • Minerals<\/li>\n
                                • Amino acids<\/li>\n
                                • Antioxidants<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                  The aim is to regenerate and hydrate<\/strong> the skin from within and to stimulate collagen formation.<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                  Areas of application<\/h4>\n

                                  Mesotherapy is used for<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                    \n
                                  • Skin rejuvenation (fine wrinkles, tired skin)<\/li>\n
                                  • Dry or sallow skin<\/li>\n
                                  • Hair loss (stimulation of the hair roots)<\/li>\n
                                  • Cellulite<\/li>\n
                                  • Localized fat deposits<\/li>\n
                                  • dark circles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                    Treatment procedure<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                      \n
                                    • Duration: approx. 20-40 minutes<\/li>\n
                                    • Light anesthetic cream possible<\/li>\n
                                    • Several sessions recommended (usually 3-6)<\/li>\n
                                    • Hardly any downtime<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                      Advantages & risks<\/h4>\n

                                      Advantages:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                        \n
                                      • Gentle and non-surgical<\/li>\n
                                      • Natural-looking results<\/li>\n
                                      • Short recovery time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                        Possible side effects:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                          \n
                                        • Redness<\/li>\n
                                        • Small bruises<\/li>\n
                                        • Slight swelling<\/li>\n
                                        • Very rare infections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>

                                          Botox<\/h3>

                                          Botox<\/strong> is the brand name for <\/span>botulinum toxin<\/strong>a purified protein that temporarily relaxes muscles. It is used to <\/span>relax muscles and smooth wrinkles.<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                          \"\"<\/p>\n

                                          How does Botox work?<\/h4>\n

                                          Botulinum toxin blocks the signal transmission between nerve and muscle:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                            \n
                                          • The muscle relaxes<\/li>\n
                                          • The overlying skin becomes smoother<\/li>\n
                                          • Expression lines are reduced<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                            Particularly effective for so-called dynamic wrinkles<\/strong> (caused by muscle movement).<\/p>\n

                                            Common treatment areas:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                              \n
                                            • Forehead wrinkles<\/li>\n
                                            • Frown lines (between the eyebrows)<\/li>\n
                                            • Crow’s feet (lateral eye wrinkles)<\/li>\n
                                            • Teeth grinding (bruxism)<\/li>\n
                                            • Excessive sweating (armpits, hands)<\/li>\n
                                            • Migraine (medical application)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                              Procedure & effect:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                \n
                                              • Duration: approx. 10-20 minutes<\/li>\n
                                              • Hardly any pain<\/li>\n
                                              • Onset of action: after 3-7 days<\/li>\n
                                              • Full effect: after approx. 14 days<\/li>\n
                                              • Shelf life: 3-6 months<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                The effect then slowly diminishes.<\/p>\n

                                                Advantages:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                  \n
                                                • Non-surgical<\/li>\n
                                                • Fast treatment<\/li>\n
                                                • No downtime<\/li>\n
                                                • Natural result with the right dosage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                  Possible side effects:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                    \n
                                                  • Slight redness or swelling<\/li>\n
                                                  • Small hematomas<\/li>\n
                                                  • Temporary muscle weakness<\/li>\n
                                                  • Rare: drooping eyelid<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>

                                                    Dermal fillers & biostimulators<\/h3>

                                                    Filler (dermal filler)<\/h4>\n

                                                    \"\"<\/p>\n

                                                    Fillers<\/strong> are injectable substances that build volume, fill wrinkles and sculpt facial contours. Hyaluronic acid<\/strong>, an endogenous substance that binds water and provides fullness, is most commonly used. <\/p>\n

                                                    How do fillers work?<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                      \n
                                                    • They fill up volume losses<\/li>\n
                                                    • Smoothes static wrinkles (also visible without facial expressions)<\/li>\n
                                                    • Shapes and define contours<\/li>\n
                                                    • Provides intensive moisture<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                      The effect is immediately visible.<\/p>\n

                                                      Common treatment areas:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                        \n
                                                      • Lips (volume & contour)<\/li>\n
                                                      • Nasolabial fold<\/li>\n
                                                      • Cheek augmentation<\/li>\n
                                                      • Chin & Jawline<\/li>\n
                                                      • Tear trough (dark circles)<\/li>\n
                                                      • Nose (non-surgical correction)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                        Expiry & shelf life:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                          \n
                                                        • Duration: 20-45 minutes<\/li>\n
                                                        • Local anesthesia possible<\/li>\n
                                                        • Slight swelling 1-3 days<\/li>\n
                                                        • Shelf life: usually 6-18 months (depending on product & region)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                          Advantages<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                            \n
                                                          • Immediate result<\/li>\n
                                                          • Naturally sculptable<\/li>\n
                                                          • Degradable (no permanent material with hyaluron)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                            Risks:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                              \n
                                                            • Swelling, hematomas<\/li>\n
                                                            • Asymmetry<\/li>\n
                                                            • Nodule formation<\/li>\n
                                                            • Very rare: Vascular occlusion (medical emergency!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                              \u00a0<\/p>\n

                                                              What are biostimulators?<\/h4>\n

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                                                              Biostimulants<\/strong> are aesthetic injections that encourage your skin to produce collagen itself<\/strong> – in other words, to renew itself from the inside out.<\/p>\n

                                                              \ud83d\udc49 Instead of “filling up” something, they stimulate the body to build up its own structure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

                                                              How do they work?<\/h4>\n

                                                              After the injection:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                \n
                                                              • fibroblasts (skin cells)<\/strong> are activated<\/li>\n
                                                              • these produce collagen & elastin<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                                              • the skin becomes more elastic over time:\n
                                                                  \n
                                                                • firmer<\/li>\n
                                                                • thicker<\/li>\n
                                                                • smoother<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                  \ud83d\udc49 Result: natural anti-ageing instead of artificial effect<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                  The 4 most important biostimulators<\/h4>\n

                                                                  1. sculptra (PLLA) – long-term build-up<\/strong><\/h2>\n
                                                                    \n
                                                                  • strongly stimulates collagen<\/li>\n
                                                                  • Builds up volume slowly over months<\/strong> <\/li>\n
                                                                  • often lasts up to 2 years+<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                    \ud83d\udc49 Effect:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                      \n
                                                                    • very natural<\/li>\n
                                                                    • “Face looks fuller & younger again”<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                      \ud83d\udc49 Ideal for:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                        \n
                                                                      • sunken cheeks<\/li>\n
                                                                      • Volume loss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                        2. radiesse (CaHA) – immediate + collagen<\/strong><\/h2>\n
                                                                          \n
                                                                        • direct volume + lifting<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                                                        • simultaneous collagen build-up<\/li>\n
                                                                        • Shelf life: ~12-18 months<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                          \ud83d\udc49 Effect:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                            \n
                                                                          • Defined Jawline<\/li>\n
                                                                          • firmer contours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                            \ud83d\udc49 Ideal for:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                              \n
                                                                            • Pine line<\/li>\n
                                                                            • Cheeks<\/li>\n
                                                                            • Immediately visible results<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                              3. profhilo – skin booster<\/strong><\/h2>\n
                                                                                \n
                                                                              • based on hyaluron<\/li>\n
                                                                              • Improves moisture & skin quality<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                                                              • Hardly any volume<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                \ud83d\udc49 Effect:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                  \n
                                                                                • Glow<\/li>\n
                                                                                • smoother skin<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                  \ud83d\udc49 Ideal for:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                    \n
                                                                                  • fine lines<\/li>\n
                                                                                  • pale skin<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                    4. polynucleotides (PN) – regeneration<\/strong><\/h2>\n
                                                                                      \n
                                                                                    • have an anti-inflammatory & repairing effect<\/li>\n
                                                                                    • promote cell healing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                      \ud83d\udc49 Effect:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                        \n
                                                                                      • better skin structure<\/li>\n
                                                                                      • fewer scars \/ dark circles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                        \ud83d\udc49 Ideal for:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                          \n
                                                                                        • sensitive skin<\/li>\n
                                                                                        • Acne \/ skin damage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                          The most important difference (simply explained)<\/h4>\n

                                                                                          \"\"<\/p>\n

                                                                                          \ud83d\udc49 All stimulate collagen, but:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                            \n
                                                                                          • Different depths<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                                                                          • to<\/strong> varying degrees<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                                                                          • Different speeds<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                            Speed vs. result<\/h4>\n
                                                                                              \n
                                                                                            • Immediately:<\/strong> Radiesse<\/li>\n
                                                                                            • Slow but strong:<\/strong> Sculptra<\/li>\n
                                                                                            • Fast, but subtle:<\/strong> Profhilo<\/li>\n
                                                                                            • Gentle & regenerative:<\/strong> polynucleotides<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                              What is really important<\/h4>\n
                                                                                                \n
                                                                                              • Biostimulators do not<\/strong> work like fillers<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                                                                              • The result is due to the body’s own collagen formation<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                                                                              • you often need several sessions<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                \ud83d\udc49 There is no “best” – only the right one:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                  \n
                                                                                                • natural anti-ageing \u2192 Sculptra<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                                                                                • Contour & Lifting \u2192 Radiesse<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                                                                                • Glow & moisture \u2192 Profhilo<\/strong><\/li>\n
                                                                                                • Repair skin \u2192 Polynucleotides<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                  Difference to classic fillers<\/h4>\n

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                                                                                                  Conclusion<\/h4>\n

                                                                                                  Biostimulants are the most modern form of anti-ageing because they:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                  \u27a1\ufe0f do not conceal
                                                                                                  \u27a1\ufe0f but really improve the skin<\/p>\n<\/div>

                                                                                                  Carboxytherapy<\/h3>

                                                                                                  The <\/span>carboxytherapy<\/strong> is a medical-aesthetic treatment in which <\/span>medical carbon dioxide (CO\u2082)<\/strong> is injected under the skin with a fine needle.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                                                                  How does carboxytherapy work?<\/h4>\n

                                                                                                  Through the CO\u2082 injection:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                    \n
                                                                                                  • the blood circulation expands<\/li>\n
                                                                                                  • increases the oxygen supply in the tissue<\/li>\n
                                                                                                  • collagen production is stimulated<\/li>\n
                                                                                                  • fat metabolism can be stimulated locally<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                    The body reacts to the CO\u2082 by transporting more oxygen to the treated area – this improves skin quality and tissue structure.<\/p>\n

                                                                                                    Areas of application:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                      \n
                                                                                                    • Dark circles<\/li>\n
                                                                                                    • Cellulite<\/li>\n
                                                                                                    • Stretch marks<\/li>\n
                                                                                                    • Localized fat deposits<\/li>\n
                                                                                                    • Skin slackening<\/li>\n
                                                                                                    • Scars<\/li>\n
                                                                                                    • Hair loss (rarely used)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                      Procedure & sessions:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                        \n
                                                                                                      • Duration: 15-30 minutes<\/li>\n
                                                                                                      • Slight feeling of pressure or warmth<\/li>\n
                                                                                                      • Usually 4-10 sessions recommended<\/li>\n
                                                                                                      • Hardly any downtime<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                        Advantages:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                          \n
                                                                                                        • Non-surgical<\/li>\n
                                                                                                        • Short treatment time<\/li>\n
                                                                                                        • Natural stimulation of the body<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                          Possible side effects:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                            \n
                                                                                                          • Slight swelling<\/li>\n
                                                                                                          • Feeling of tension<\/li>\n
                                                                                                          • Small bruises<\/li>\n
                                                                                                          • Short-term crackling under the skin (due to gas)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                            Durability<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                            The results develop gradually and last for several months, depending on the indication. Refreshments are possible. <\/p>\n<\/div>

                                                                                                            Injection lipolysis<\/h3>

                                                                                                            Fat-away injection (injection lipolysis)<\/h4>\n

                                                                                                            \"\"<\/p>\n

                                                                                                            The <\/span>fat-away injection<\/strong> is a minimally invasive treatment to reduce small, unwanted fat deposits. In medical terms it is called <\/span>injection lipolysis<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                                                                            How does it work?<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                              \n
                                                                                                            • An active substance (usually deoxycholic acid<\/strong> or phosphatidylcholine) is injected directly into the fatty tissue:<\/li>\n
                                                                                                            • the fat cells are destroyed<\/li>\n
                                                                                                            • the body breaks them down over weeks<\/li>\n
                                                                                                            • the fat disappears permanently in this area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                              Well-known preparations include Belkyra<\/span><\/span><\/strong> (for double chin).<\/p>\n

                                                                                                              Suitable areas:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                \n
                                                                                                              • Double chin<\/li>\n
                                                                                                              • Small belly fat zone<\/li>\n
                                                                                                              • Love Handles<\/li>\n
                                                                                                              • Upper arms<\/li>\n
                                                                                                              • Inner thigh<\/li>\n
                                                                                                              • Bra rollers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                                \u26a0\ufe0f Not suitable if you are very overweight – it does not replace weight loss.<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                Procedure & results:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                  \n
                                                                                                                • Duration: 20-30 minutes<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                • 2-4 sessions usually necessary<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                • Significant swelling (especially on the chin) for several days<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                • Results visible after 4-8 weeks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                                  Does it hurt?<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                    \n
                                                                                                                  • Burning or feeling of pressure during treatment<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                  • Significant swelling afterwards (normal and expected)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                                    \u26a0\ufe0f Risks:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                      \n
                                                                                                                    • Swelling & bruising<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                    • Numbness<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                    • Knot formation<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                    • Very rare: Nerve irritation (e.g. on the chin)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                                      Advantages:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                        \n
                                                                                                                      • No surgery<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                      • Permanent destruction of the treated fat cells<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                      • Relatively short treatment time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>

                                                                                                                        Acupuncture & laser acupuncture<\/h3>

                                                                                                                        Acupuncture<\/strong> is a valuable addition to the conventional medical repertoire, especially for chronic complaints. Important indications include orthopaedic conditions, gastrointestinal complaints, bladder disorders, asthma, allergies, sleep disorders, burn-out syndrome and psychosomatic illnesses. <\/p>\n

                                                                                                                        Laser acupuncture<\/strong> is a modern form of acupuncture in which acupuncture points<\/strong> are stimulated with a soft laser (low-level laser)<\/strong> – completely without needles.<\/p>\n

                                                                                                                        How does it work?<\/h4>\n

                                                                                                                        Instead of needles, a weak, painless laser beam is directed at specific acupuncture points.<\/p>\n

                                                                                                                        The laser should:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                          \n
                                                                                                                        • stimulate cell activity<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                        • improve blood circulation<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                        • Reduce inflammation<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                        • Activate self-healing processes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                                          The method combines the principles of traditional Chinese medicine with modern laser technology.<\/p>\n

                                                                                                                          Areas of application:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                            \n
                                                                                                                          • Pain (back, neck, joints)<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                          • Migraine<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                          • Allergies<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                          • Quit smoking<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                          • Weight reduction (supportive)<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                          • Sleep disorders<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                          • Stress<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                                            Particularly suitable for:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                              \n
                                                                                                                            • Children<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                            • People who are sensitive to pain<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                            • People with a fear of needles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                                              Procedure:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                \n
                                                                                                                              • Duration: 10-30 minutes<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                              • Painless<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                              • Several sessions usually necessary<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                              • No downtime<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>

                                                                                                                                Cupping<\/h3>

                                                                                                                                Cupping<\/strong> is a traditional form of therapy in which negative pressure is created on the skin – usually using glass or plastic glasses. This stimulates the blood circulation and the tissue.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                The method is used in traditional European naturopathy as well as in traditional Chinese medicine.<\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                How does it work?<\/h4>\n
                                                                                                                                  \n
                                                                                                                                • A glass is placed on the skin and a vacuum is created:<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                • The skin is sucked in<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                • Blood circulation increases<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                • Metabolism in the tissue is activated<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                                                  Round, reddish-bluish marks often appear – these are harmless and disappear after a few days.<\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                  Forms of cupping<\/h4>\n

                                                                                                                                  1\ufe0f\u20e3 Dry cupping<\/strong>
                                                                                                                                  \u2192 Only negative pressure, no injury to the skin<\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                  2\ufe0f\u20e3 Bloody cupping (e.g. hijama)<\/strong>
                                                                                                                                  \u2192 Small skin scratches to remove “blood and waste products”<\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                  3\ufe0f\u20e3 Cupping massage<\/strong>
                                                                                                                                  \u2192 The glasses are moved over oiled skin<\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                  Areas of application:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                    \n
                                                                                                                                  • Back & neck pain<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                  • Muscle tension<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                  • Headache<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                  • Colds (supportive)<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                  • Circulatory disorders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                                                    Possible side effects:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                      \n
                                                                                                                                    • Bruise-like spots<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                    • Pressure pain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>

                                                                                                                                      Neural therapy<\/h3>

                                                                                                                                      Neural therapy<\/strong> is an alternative medical treatment method in which a local anesthetic<\/strong> (usually procaine or lidocaine) is injected into specific areas of skin, scars or pain points.<\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                      The aim is to regulate interference fields<\/strong> and influence the autonomic nervous system.<\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                      How does it work?<\/h4>\n

                                                                                                                                      The injection creates small skin wheals (“wheal therapy”).<\/h2>\n

                                                                                                                                      It is assumed that:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                        \n
                                                                                                                                      • Disturbed nerve impulses are regulated<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                      • the vegetative nervous system is “reorganized”<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                      • chronic pain cycles are interrupted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                                                        Areas of application:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                          \n
                                                                                                                                        • Back pain<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                        • Joint pain<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                        • Migraine<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                        • Scar pain<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                        • Chronic inflammation<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                        • Functional complaints<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                                                          The concept of “interference fields”<\/h4>\n

                                                                                                                                          A central concept is that, for example:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                            \n
                                                                                                                                          • old scars<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                          • inflamed tonsils<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                          • Dental foci<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                                                            can trigger symptoms far away from the actual site of pain. This concept is scientifically controversial. <\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                            Procedure:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                              \n
                                                                                                                                            • Duration: 10-20 minutes<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                            • Several sessions possible<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                            • Partly immediate, partly delayed effect<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                                                                                              Possible side effects:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                                                                                                \n
                                                                                                                                              • Burning at the puncture site<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                              • Circulatory reactions<\/li>\n
                                                                                                                                              • Allergic reaction (rare)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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