Complementary medicine supplements conventional medical therapies and supports you in improving your quality of life during and after treatment.

Our integrative offer is based on national and international guidelines and is implemented for you together with experienced cooperation partners. 

Complementary medical measures such as mistletoe therapy, acupuncture, physiotherapy and nutritional advice are used in addition to oncological therapy - for your well-being and to strengthen the body's own defenses

Mistletoe therapy

In addition to conventional medicine, we also offer complementary medical treatment with mistletoe therapy. This can take place during cancer therapy or afterwards. Treatment with mistletoe can be easily combined with conventional medical therapies, is safe to use, improves quality of life and reduces the side effects of other therapies as part of the integrative therapy concept.

Preparations

Standardized extracts from European white mistletoe (Viscum album) are used, which have been tested in integrative oncology for decades.

Mechanism of action

Mistletoe extracts mainly contain mistletoe lectins and viscotoxins.

- Mistletoe lectins stimulate the immune system and promote the activity of natural killer cells.

- Viscotoxins have a cytotoxic effect on tumor cells in cell cultures.

Clinical studies have not yet been able to demonstrate a direct effect on tumor growth; however, there is evidence of a noticeable immune stimulation and better tolerability of standard therapies.

Application

- Injections into or under the skin (abdomen, thighs)

- Implementation in the practice, then self-application 2-3 times per week

- Therapy usually lasts several months to two years

- Initial administration under medical supervision, then independently according to instructions

Benefits and safety

Patients report about:

- Less fatigue and nausea during chemotherapy

- Better mood and appetite

- Generally increased well-being

Mistletoe therapy is considered to be well tolerated and safe. 

Interactions with modern oncological drugs have not yet been proven, but each application is coordinated with the treating team. 

What else you should know: 

Mistletoe therapy does not replace standard conventional medical procedures. 

It is an accompanying measure to improve your quality of life and should always be carried out in consultation with your oncologist.

Physical activity

Regular exercise helps to reduce fatigue, balance hormone levels and reduce the risk of relapse.

Recommendation: 

moderate endurance training at least 3x/week in combination with strengthening equipment training 2x/week) 

Effect:

Improves quality of life, cardiorespiratory fitness, physical performance, sleep, pain, depression, lymphoedema, fatigue, cognition, weight control 

Physiotherapy

Special exercises and manual techniques improve mobility after surgery and radiotherapy, prevent lymphoedema and relieve pain.

Nutritional advice and nutrition for breast cancer

A targeted diet for breast cancer helps to alleviate the side effects of therapy, maintain muscle mass and improve your quality of life. 

A balanced, plant-based diet with sufficient protein intake supports healing, strengthens the immune system and helps to balance out weight fluctuations.

We record eating habits, weight development and possible complaints (loss of appetite, nausea, swallowing problems) - in dialog with your interdisciplinary team.

Practical support from experts:

In cooperation with certified nutritionists, you will receive customized recommendations (recipe ideas, shopping lists, etc.) - flexibly and close to home. 

Special tips for

- Nausea: ginger or camomile tea, dry snacks

- Taste disturbances: cold food, mild spices

- Difficulty swallowing: pureed food, fortified shakes

In close cooperation with specialist partners, we ensure that you are optimally supplied with all the nutrients you need and are strengthened through every treatment phase.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture can specifically alleviate symptoms that occur during or after breast cancer therapy. Whether nausea caused by chemotherapy, hot flushes during hormone therapy or nerve pain after chemotherapy - finely placed needles activate the body's own regulatory mechanisms and help to improve your well-being. The effectiveness of this treatment has been proven in several studies. 

Your path to a better quality of life

Make an appointment for a consultation at our practice - together we will discuss how complementary medicine can support your therapy and alleviate side effects.

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