The extensive range of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Basel region
The power of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
TCM increases basic energy and harmonizes disorders. Dr. Chen offers a wide range of Chinese therapy methods:
- AcupunctureHerbal therapyMoxibustionNutritional adviceTuina massage
He uses these methods to treat a wide range of illnesses and symptoms such as allergies, back pain, neurological problems, headaches and stress, etc. He also supports you during pregnancy, convalescence, the desire to have children or smoking cessation. TCM can reduce the side effects of conventional medical therapies.
The initial consultation lasts approximately 30 minutes, followed by weekly treatments of approximately 45 minutes.
As a specialist in orthopedic surgery (FMH), Dr. Chen also offers classic conservative methods and advice on operations. He is a member of the Association for Music Medicine and is committed to sports medicine. What's special about Dr. Chen is that he can bill for services through basic insurance, without additional insurance.
Learn more about our therapy methods
Discover the diversity of traditional Chinese healing arts and modern medicine.
Acupuncture
The more than 2000-year-old Chinese healing method of acupuncture has a wide range of uses. It is not only used to relieve pain, but can also help with a variety of complaints and illnesses.
Herbal therapy and nutritional advice
Chinese medicinal therapy covers practically the entire medical spectrum, whether acute or chronic diseases. The mostly complex recipes are put together individually.
Moxibustion, cupping and Chinese manual therapy
In addition to acupuncture, the meridians can also be addressed by: moxibustion (warming energy points using moxa, usually mugwort), cupping (glasses are placed on the skin in such a way that a negative pressure is created and the blood flow in the cupped area is increased) or Chinese manual therapy, also known as Tuina massage.
Support during pregnancy and convalescence
Specialized care during sensitive phases of life appeals to a specific group of patients. The methods of acupuncture and Tuina massage, which do not directly interfere with the metabolism, are helpful in providing support during pregnancy.
Initial consultation and treatment plan
During the initial consultation, you can discuss your concerns with Dr. Chen and clarify the further course of treatment. Call the office for further information or to arrange an appointment for an initial consultation.
Doctor for TCM and specialist in orthopaedic surgery (FMH)
The combination of TCM with Western medical techniques by a specialist creates trust and underlines the medical competence of the practice.
Billing via basic insurance
Simple: Since Dr. med. Chao Chen is accredited as a doctor with FMH in Switzerland and has the ASA certificate of competence for acupuncture and TCM, all treatments with Dr. Chen can be billed to the health insurance company as normal through basic insurance. Additional insurance is not necessary!
Billing: Your health is important to us
As a Chinese doctor with a Swiss state examination, Dr. Chen can bill for services through basic insurance. Additional insurance is therefore not necessary. If your insurance allows you to choose your own doctor, you can contact Dr. Chen directly and do not need a referral.
All treatments such as initial consultation, acupuncture including the cost of needles, moxibustion, prescription of Chinese medicines, nutritional advice, etc. are also covered by the health insurance company through basic insurance.
Exception: Basic insurance does not cover the costs of Chinese medicines, as they are not covered by the Swiss Medicines Act. Coverage through supplementary insurance may need to be clarified individually.
