Akupunktur-Praxis Nancy Ribi (Winterthur)

M.S.O.M. (Master of Science Oriental Medicine) Naturopath with federal diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine TCM (Focus on Acupuncture & Chinese Medicinal Therapy according to TCM) A-Therapist TCM Swiss Association, NVS, EMR, ASCA

"After a drastic and emotional tragedy, in my early 20s, I needed distance from Switzerland and went to the other side of the world, Los Angeles, where I studied TCM. Through this experience and life change, I began to see the world from a different and new perspective. It helped me to see that I am the captain of my boat and not the victim of my past. There is a saying that goes 'One lifetime is not enough to learn everything about Chinese medicine'. TCM became and is the passion of my life. Continuously and enthusiastically, I continue to educate myself and use my new knowledge and skills on people, people like you and me."

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a comprehensive system of medicine developed over the last 2500 years in China. Contrary to the somatic (physical) and microscopic approach of Western medicine, TCM represents a functional and holistic medicine. Its findings and forms of therapy are based on nature-related processes. Its teachings are rooted in the philosophical assumption that the world with all its living beings is subject to constant flux and change, in which all processes are brought about by the action of universal principles.

In this respect, TCM sees the human being as a unity of body, mind and soul. The term "disease" does not exist. One differentiates imbalances of Yin and Yang, fullness and emptiness, cold and heat as well as the balance of inside and outside. Qi (the life energy) as well as Xue (the blood energy) flow in the channels and can cause blockages, which can lead to various problems and pain.

TCM has different elements: Acupuncture, Herbs, Tuina (Massage), Tai Chi & Qi Gong (Exercise & Meditation), Nutrition, Astrology and Feng Shui (Geomancy).

My ZSR number: Q041261

My treatments are covered by supplementary insurance for alternative medicine, not by basic insurance.

Before starting treatment, find out if or how you are insured: how much your insurance will pay for the treatments. This can vary from 50% to 90% of the costs and from 10 treatments to an unlimited number per year. Since insurance companies are always changing their policies, it is a good idea to check annually.

I am a member or recognized by the following associations: EMR (ErfahrungsMedizinische Register) NVS (Naturopathic Association Switzerland) TCM Professional Association Switzerland (SBO-TCM) ASCA (Swiss Foundation for Complementary Medicine) EGK (10689)