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Healing practice TEN in St. Gallen
Traditional European Naturopathy (TEN) is founded on the belief that the human body naturally possesses strong self-healing abilities. These innate powers help individuals maintain good health or recover from illnesses independently.
Often, however, diseases arise from unhealthy lifestyles, including poor dietary habits, lack of physical activity, inadequate sleep, insufficient fresh air, as well as emotional and physical stress.
The primary focus of naturopathic treatment is not simply to suppress symptoms but rather to naturally support and enhance the body’s self-healing processes.
Therefore, TEN emphasizes a holistic approach. Lifestyle habits, current challenges, and individual needs of patients are thoroughly analyzed. Based on this comprehensive assessment, a personalized treatment plan is developed, which may include dietary recommendations, herbal therapy (phytotherapy), targeted massages, and tailored lifestyle advice.
What methods does naturopathy include?
Naturopathy encompasses diverse therapeutic methods. Commonly employed techniques include nutritional counseling based on TEN principles, herbal treatments (phytotherapy), manual therapies, and various detoxification procedures.
Further details on the individual treatment methods can be found here.
What complaints can naturopathy help with?
Naturopathy encompasses diverse therapeutic methods. Commonly employed techniques include nutritional counseling based on TEN principles, herbal treatments (phytotherapy), manual therapies, and various detoxification procedures.
Naturopathic methods can support a wide range of ailments and are also used preventively. Areas of application include headaches, migraines, acute or chronic stress, burnout syndrome, digestive issues, sleep disorders, menstrual discomfort, irregular menstrual cycles, and fertility issues. Additionally, naturopathic consultations are highly recommended for anyone aiming to sustainably change their lifestyle.
Naturopathy and western medicine
Naturopathy encompasses diverse therapeutic methods. Commonly employed techniques include nutritional counseling based on TEN principles, herbal treatments (phytotherapy), manual therapies, and various detoxification procedures.
Naturopathic methods can support a wide range of ailments and are also used preventively. Areas of application include headaches, migraines, acute or chronic stress, burnout syndrome, digestive issues, sleep disorders, menstrual discomfort, irregular menstrual cycles, and fertility issues. Additionally, naturopathic consultations are highly recommended for anyone aiming to sustainably change their lifestyle.
In contrast to conventional Western medicine, naturopathy emphasizes holistic body support and disease prevention. Western medicine, on the other hand, is generally applied to severe conditions or acute issues requiring immediate interventions. Hence, the approaches and objectives of these two methodologies differ significantly.
Nevertheless, both methods can complement each other effectively. For instance, Western medicine may utilize surgery for fractures, while naturopathy can subsequently support and enhance the recovery process holistically.
What is the process of naturopathy at Origin Massage St. Gallen?
Before beginning treatment, a comprehensive initial consultation is conducted to gather all relevant information required for naturopathic therapy. This includes current living conditions, occupational situation, dietary habits, personal challenges, and stress factors. The development of a personalized therapy plan typically takes about an hour.
The resulting treatment plan is tailored specifically to the patient’s needs and may include methods such as nutritional counseling, herbal medicine, cupping, detoxification therapies, foot massages, or medical massages. Depending on location, additional treatment methods may also be available.
The duration and frequency of treatments depend on individual therapeutic goals. To further support treatment success, our naturopathic practitioners occasionally provide practical exercises or tinctures for independent use at home.
Duration & Booking
OUR OFFERS in St. Gallen
MOST BOOKED MASSAGE
Classical massage
For normal tension without severe pain, book the Classic Massage.
Medical Massage
When you suffer from acute or chronic pain book a medical massage.
Sports massage
A massage with strong pressure. It can be used for the prevention and regeneration of the body before and after workouts.
Pregnancy massage
From the first month you can come to us for massage. The treatment is adjusted to the month of pregnancy.
Myofascial release
The aim is to detach different tissue layers from each other in order to eliminate discomfort.
Trigger point therapy
Pain points in the muscle are treated, which are often perceived as punctual hardenings and trigger pain.
Deep Tissue Massage
This involves working with a lot of pressure in depth and loosening fascia and muscles.
Lymphatic Drainage
In the case of swellings that occur, among other things, after operations or weakness of the veins, pregnancy, etc., the water in the tissues is eliminated more quickly here by lymphatic drainage.
Foot reflexology massage
The entire body can be influenced and brought back into balance via the foot reflex zones.
THERAPEUTICAL MASSAGE
Trigger point therapy
The focus lies on muscular pain points that typically present as localized knots, which are treated in a targeted manner to provide lasting relief from discomfort.
Trigger point therapy
This treatment targets specific pain points within the muscle, which often manifest as localized knots and are a common source of discomfort.
Sports massage
A deep-pressure massage designed to support both prevention and recovery, helping the body prepare for and recuperate after physical activity.
Pregnancy massage
You are welcome to visit us from the very first month of pregnancy – each treatment is individually adapted to your current stage of pregnancy.
Pregnancy massage
Massages are available from the very first month of pregnancy, with each treatment tailored to the specific stage of the pregnancy.
Myofascial release
The core focus is the deliberate separation of individual tissue layers, through which existing complaints can be noticeably reduced and resolved.
Myofascial release
The aim of this treatment is to systematically release individual layers of tissue from one another, thereby alleviating existing discomfort.
Foot reflexology massage
By stimulating targeted reflex zones on the feet, the entire organism can be positively influenced and guided back into its natural state of balance.
Foot reflexology massage
By stimulating specific reflex zones on the feet, the entire body can be addressed and brought back into balance.
Craniosacral therapy
This form of therapy is suitable for people of all ages, from newborns to the elderly. The method can be used to support stressful phases of life and chronic complaints.