Acupuncture Basel

Traditional Chinese Medicine in Basel — individual, holistic and effective.

What is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a millennia-old healing method of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), increasingly used in Basel as an effective complement to conventional medicine. According to the traditional view of Chinese medicine, the human body is permeated by the life energy Qi. This flows through 12 main pathways - known as meridians - along which the classical acupuncture points are located.

During an acupuncture treatment, fine sterile single-use needles are inserted at specific points to regulate the flow of energy and release blockages. The needle effect can be individually adjusted through specific needling techniques and by rotating or moving the needles up and down - every treatment is tailored personally to you.

Acupuncture demonstrably influences muscle tension and the perception of pain. This has increasingly led to its adoption in orthopaedics and pain therapy. In particular, local treatment of painful muscle tension is possible - in classical acupuncture these are referred to as Ah-shi points and essentially correspond to today's trigger points. More recent scientific studies provide increasing evidence for pain-relieving processes in the central nervous system.

Which conditions does Acupuncture Basel treat?

Our practice in Basel successfully treats a broad spectrum of conditions with acupuncture:

• Pain - back pain, neck pain, headaches, migraines, knee pain, sciatica
• Muscles and joints - tension, sports injuries, shoulder problems
• Mind and nerves - insomnia, anxiety, burnout, stress
• Women's health - fertility, prenatal preparation, menstrual disorders
• Allergies - hay fever, allergic reactions
• Internal medicine - digestive complaints, endocrine disorders, Long Covid

All 21 indications can be found on our Indications page.

Acupuncture Treatment Process - What to Expect

1. Initial Consultation and TCM Diagnosis

Every acupuncture treatment at our Basel practice begins with a thorough initial consultation. We take time to understand your medical history, examine your tongue and feel your pulse - classical diagnostic tools of TCM that provide a holistic picture of your health.

2. Individual Treatment

Based on the diagnosis, we establish a treatment plan tailored specifically to you. The needling session itself typically lasts 30 to 60 minutes. The fine single-use needles are inserted gently - most patients find this pleasantly relaxing.

3. Course of Treatment

Depending on the condition, we typically recommend 3 to 12 sessions. Many patients report a significant improvement after just a few treatments. Chronic conditions often require a longer series of treatments for lasting results.

Acupuncture Risks and Side Effects

When properly applied, acupuncture is a very safe treatment method. We use exclusively sterile single-use needles, reducing the risk of infection to a minimum. In rare cases, small bruises at the needle site or brief local discomfort may occur. Occasional temporary reactions such as mild dizziness or a feeling of weakness have been reported - these pass quickly. Similar to other natural healing methods, a brief initial worsening may occur at the start before a clear improvement sets in.

Acupuncture Contraindications

No absolute contraindications to acupuncture are currently known. Please inform us however if any of the following circumstances apply, so we can adjust the treatment accordingly:

• Pregnancy
• Blood clotting disorders (e.g. thrombocytopenia)
• Psychiatric conditions
• Contact allergies (e.g. nickel, chromium or silicone)
• Seizure disorders (epilepsy)
• Other serious conditions

Frequently Asked Questions about Acupuncture in Basel

Your Acupuncture Therapists in Basel

At Anfang TCM Practice Basel, experienced TCM specialists treat patients with completed studies in China and many years of clinical experience in China, Germany and Switzerland. Our team - including Dr. Z. Li PhD MSc, Dr. Changgeng Wei PhD MSc and Junlu Liu MSc - speaks German, English and Mandarin Chinese.

Get to know our full team on our About Us page.

Acupuncture Practice Basel - How to Find Us

Our practice is centrally located in Basel and easily accessible by public transport:

Anfang TCM Practice Basel
Spalenring 160, 4055 Basel

Phone: +41 77 275 14 67
Email: info@anfangtcm.ch