
Medical acupuncture: scientific and effective medical treatment
Results driven medical acupuncture
An innovative, science-based, patient-centered, effective, risk-free, painless and integrative therapeutic approach.
A scientific approach to ancient medical practices
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Acupuncture is a treatment derived from traditional Chinese medicine. Fine needles are inserted at certain sites in the body for therapeutic purposes.
Medical acupuncture is the use of acupuncture based on a scientific medical diagnosis and treatment approach. It is a well-established and recognized medical treatment for many acute and chronic diseases, for physical health (pain, fertility, integrative oncology, weight loss) as well as mental health (anxiety, stress, burnout, depression).
Acupuncture is also used as an integrative medicine to support conventional treatment. Acupuncture provides a response to several public health challenges including the aging population, the rise in chronic illnesses and obesity-related conditions, that call for medication-free integrative medical care.
Acupuncture is painless, has no side-effects, no contraindications and is compatible with most drugs. And it is a very cost-effective medical treatment.
Why Sinomedica
Sinomedica is a leading healthcare company, Switzerland's top medical acupuncture provider and one of the largest in Europe. It has one of the largest clinical databases of acupuncture treatments and expertise which, combined with the most recent scientific findings, delivers the most effective patient-centered medical care.
Combining the principles of conventional medicine with the practice of acupuncture.
Science-driven approach: our treatments are the result of five thousand years of history, the latest scientific findings and data analysis.
We observe the highest ethical standards. We are consistent, respectful, and engage with honesty and good faith. All our patients are treated equally, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, religion or beliefs.
Our main objective is to deliver best medical care and to improve our patients’ quality of life.
We are constantly improving our treatments by combining the accumulated experience of our specialists, the latest scientific knowledge and constant interaction with our patients.
We are constantly improving and challenging the status quo of traditional medical care to ensure that medical acupuncture is recognized and accessible to all.
Scientific and medical foundations
Sinomedica's unique medical acupuncture treatment approach is built on a wealth of knowledge which combines acupuncture and conventional medicine with the latest scientific findings to deliver effective patient-centered medical care.
Our highly qualified specialists, graduates in both Chinese and conventional medicine, practice the unique Sinomedica approach to deliver effective and innovative medical acupuncture.
Health conditions that can be treated with medical acupuncture
Obesity
Overweight
Weight control
Anxiety
Burnout
Depression
Sleeping disorders
Panic attacks
Nervousness
Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoarthritis
Management of opioid use and misuse
Gynecology and Urology
Menopausal symtoms
Menstrual disorders
Pregnancy issues
Asthma
Allergies
Gastroenterology
... and more.
Fighting excess weight with medical acupuncture
Sinomedica Shou Shen® is an innovative and research-driven treatment approach that combines a low-carbohydrate diet with acupuncture sessions aimed at regulating hormones and changing the body's metabolism. The success of our approach is based on thousand patients' satisfaction who have reached and maintained their ideal weight in a healthy and safe way.
Sinomedica Shou Shen® is an innovative and research-driven treatment approach that combines a low-carbohydrate diet with acupuncture sessions aimed at regulating hormones and changing the body's metabolism. The success of our approach is evidenced by the results of thousands of satisfied patients who have reached and maintained their ideal weight in a way that is both safe and healthy.

How does it work?
Our approach, built on many years of clinical experience, thousands of patients treated and numerous scientific studies, meets the needs of patients and guarantees effectiveness and results.

You can book an appointment online or by calling one of our Sinomedica centers.

Your doctor will review your medical history, assess your situation and provide a medical diagnosis.

A treatment plan will be adapted to your specific needs, in order to maximize the benefits of the therapy.

Every step of your personalized treatment will be monitored to ensure maximum benefits and results.
Treatment duration
For the maximum benefit of the treatment’s effect, it is key to follow our design and ensure regularity of medical sessions. Based on clinical experience and scientific evidence, medical acupuncture is delivering long-term benefits triggered by treatment cumulative effect. It has been demonstrated that patients following treatment guidelines reach their optimal treatment results over time.
Risks
Thousands of years of acupuncture practice, scientific evidence, patients and medical practitioners confirm that there are no side effects related to medical acupuncture. Very seldom there may be negligible and temporary mild soreness or bruising. With the use of disposable sterile needles there is no risk of diseases transmission nor infection.
Benefits of medical acupuncture
There are no side effects during or after treatment
Scientifically proven to deliver effective medical care to a variety of conditions
Does not expose patients to the side effects that can be associated with chemical substances
Suitable for all, including pregnant women, children, immunosuppressed patients and those with acute or chronic illness
Maximizes the benefits and improves the result when integrated with other treatments
The use of very thin needles delivers usually a pain-free experience for the patient
Prices
First session
Anamnesis, diagnosis and acupuncture treatment
From 60 minutes to 90 minutes. Costs: CHF 150 - 160
Follow-up sessions
Medical assessment and acupuncture treatment
From 45 minutes to 60 minutes. Costs: CHF 120 - 140

Recognized by major health insurances
Reimbursement for medical acupuncture depends on your complementary insurance policy.
Financial coverage is specific to your policy, therefore please check in advance with your insurance what the coverage conditions are.
Testimonials
The acupuncture sessions helped a lot and I can honestly say that, even during the most restrictive part of the diet, it wasn’t that bad.
After 3 or 4 sessions my legs started to calm down and I was suddenly sleeping 3 to 4 hours in a row! After some further treatment, I reduced the medication. Acupuncture gave me back a quality of life; I wish I had heard about it sooner.
I continued, week after week, to progress in weight loss and, after about ten months of dieting, I lost about fifty kilograms! In short, I felt 20 years younger!
Eight medical acupuncture centers in Switzerland
Located in Chiasso, Lugano, Locarno, Geneva, Lausanne, Zürich, Basel and Bern. We are one of the largest medical acupuncture providers with highly skilled doctors and therapists dedicated to your health. Select a region: German Switzerland, Ticino, Romandy.
Basel
Bern
NEW OPENING 2023!
Chiasso
Geneva
Lausanne
Locarno
Lugano
Zürich
Frequently asked questions
There is a lot of discussion about acupuncture. Some people are hesitant, some want to know more and others are just curious. In this section, Sinomedica has gathered and summarized the most frequently asked questions by patients to give a clear understanding of what acupuncture is and what it involves.
Acupuncture is a treatment derived from traditional Chinese medicine. Fine needles are inserted at certain sites in the body for preventative and therapeutic purposes.
Medical acupuncture is the use of acupuncture based on a scientific medical diagnosis and treatment approach. It is a well-established and recognized medical treatment for many acute and chronic diseases, as well as for, physical health (pain, fertility, integrative oncology, weight loss) and mental health (anxiety, stress, burnout, depression).
Medical acupuncture is a recognized method for treating numerous acute and chronic diseases. Medical acupuncture as an integrated medicine is also the ideal supplement to other treatment protocols. Acupuncture is painless, has no side-effects, no contraindication and is compatible with most medications.
It is personal and depends on the patient’s state of health. Usually patients feel the positive effect of the acupuncture treatment after the first session. Symptoms improve significantly after each session. Health benefits build on each other thanks to the treatment’s cumulative effect, which delivers long-lasting results.
It is personal and depends on the health condition of the patient. Usually patients feel the positive effect of the acupuncture treament after the first session. Symptoms improve significantly after each sessions. Health benefits builds on each other thanks to the treatment cumulative effect which deliver long lasting treatments benefits.