Arthritis - Paracelsus Recovery | Paracelsus Recovery

WHAT WE TREAT

Holistic Arthritis Support

Navigating life with arthritis can be overwhelming, with the need for lifestyle adjustments, medical treatments, and ongoing care. At Paracelsus Recovery, we can help ease the burden of having arthritis. Working in conjunction with Zurich’s best hospitals, we support your medical treatment with integrative therapies and care to help optimise every area of your health.

While we cannot cure your arthritis, we aim to provide relief from symptoms and offer support for the emotional and psychological aspects of living with the condition, helping you focus on your well-being with less stress.

how we look to support you

At Paracelsus Recovery, we understand the challenges of living with arthritis. We work alongside all hospitals in Zurich to ensure you receive the necessary medical treatment, while we take care of the other aspects of your well-being. Holistic treatment for arthritis focuses on reducing inflammation, managing pain, and improving joint function. Such an approach combines conventional medicine with lifestyle modifications, and mind-body approaches to provide a well-rounded, comprehensive care plan. We treat all types of arthritis, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, and ankylosing spondylitis.

We start by conducting detailed tests to assess your joint health as well as your emotional well-being. From here, we create a treatment plan that’s just for you. Our 360-degree approach brings together various disciplines, including medical care, orthomolecular support, psychological therapy, nutritional therapy, sleep therapies, massage therapy, and personal training to help you feel better and manage your condition more easily. This involves controlling any underlying issues such as obesity and chronic stress that may have contributed to the onset and development of arthritis. We will also help you implement the necessary lifestyle modifications and treat any co-occurring substance abuse issue or mental health conditions you may have.

Our holistic arthritis treatment programmes are centred on complementing any hospital treatment you are having with physical health restoration, mental health restoration and biochemical health restoration. We take an integrative approach, viewing ill-health as a sign of internal imbalances. Therefore, we aim to treat the whole person rather than focussing just on the localised disease. By blending conventional western medicines with modalities such as acupuncture, yoga or massage we aim to help you feel better and improve your quality of life. Research shows that integrative medicine can be a helpful complement to traditional treatments, reducing symptoms and easing discomfort.

How we restore your physical health:

Dietary changes: A nutrient-rich, anti-inflammatory diet can help reduce joint pain and slow arthritis progression. Our nutritionists will provide a nutrient-dense plan for you that will replenish any lab-identified inflammatory or immune system issues. All meals will be provided by your private chef, who will take your dietary preferences into account.
Herbs and supplements: Arthritis may be linked to nutritional gaps or weakened immune function. We provide personalised supplements and meals to address any deficiencies and improve your joint function and overall health.
Detox and pre/probiotics: We support gut health, which plays a crucial role in reducing inflammation, with intestinal detox and pre/probiotics to restore a healthy balance of gut bacteria.
Complementary therapies: We offer therapies like massage, acupuncture, and physiotherapy to help reduce stress and ease tension and pain. These treatments help you feel more comfortable and supported throughout your journey.
Sleep and rest: Rest is crucial to managing arthritis and supporting overall health. We help you create a routine that includes regular sleep and relaxation, allowing your body to recharge and support your healing process.
Physical fitness: Staying active helps lubricate the joints, maintain flexibility, and strengthen muscles that support joint function. At Paracelsus Recovery, you will work with some of the world’s leading fitness instructors to help create a long-term daily exercise routine that includes strength training, mobility exercises and low-impact activities. We have access to some of Zurich’s finest gyms, and we can always bring equipment to you in one of our penthouses.

How we restore your mental health:

Specialised psychotherapy: Living with arthritis can bring emotional challenges, especially when it comes to managing stress, anxiety, or the emotional strain of the condition. Our psychotherapists provide a safe space to talk through your thoughts and feelings, helping you find peace of mind and move forward with confidence.
Treating co-occurring conditions: The stress of managing arthritis, lifestyle limitations, and being in chronic pain all contribute to mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and sleep disorders. At Paracelsus Recovery, we always conduct an elaborate testing procedure to identify any co-occurring conditions. We will then address every underlying condition, both physical and psychological.
Addiction treatment: In the cases where substance abuse issues are co-occurring with arthritis, we will also provide a complete 360-degree addiction treatment programme. This will include a detoxification period and intensive therapy sessions to help you create healthier coping mechanisms for life’s stressors.
A live-in therapist: If you need extra emotional support, we offer the option of having a dedicated psychotherapist available to you whenever you need it, offering comfort and guidance through difficult times.
Complementary therapies: Yoga, mindfulness, breathwork, and well-being counselling can help you manage stress and stay emotionally balanced, making them crucial aspects of your treatment plan.

How we restore your biochemical health:

Supplements and IVs: We offer personalised supplements and IV treatments based on lab results to restore balance in your body, supporting your joint health and reducing inflammation.
Functional medicine: We use functional medicine to understand the root causes of your arthritis and work with your body’s natural healing processes to restore balance and improve joint function.
Bioresonance treatment: Through bioresonance, we gently assess your body’s energy and help restore balance to your system, supporting your overall healing and wellness.

bespoke treatment

How we look to support you

At Paracelsus Recovery, we understand that arthritis can impact every aspect of your life. While we can’t predict the exact details of your four-week stay, we’ll work with you to develop a bespoke treatment plan that is tailored to your specific needs. Each day will be thoughtfully structured, incorporating a combination of medical treatments, physical therapies, and psychological support to address the physical pain and emotional challenges associated with arthritis.

We collaborate with Zurich’s leading hospitals to ensure that you receive the best medical care available. Our goal is to alleviate symptoms, restore mobility, and improve your overall well-being through a holistic approach that combines cutting-edge treatments with personalised care. See below for more details.

Our approach considers the whole person: mind, body and soul

At the heart of what we do is our 360-degree treatment approach.

Like all our treatment programmes, we begin with a detailed testing process to assess your joint and bone health, inflammation levels, and any other imbalances related to arthritis. From this, we create a personalised treatment plan that targets your specific needs, focusing on reducing inflammation, managing pain, and improving joint function as well as treating any underlying conditions and boosting overall well-being. Our 360-degree consultation includes a variety of expert perspectives, such as medical care, orthomolecular medicine, psychological support, rheumatology, orthopaedic, physical therapy, chiropractic, physiotherapy, and more, ensuring a comprehensive approach that’s tailored to your condition.

Many of your treatments will be carried out at some of Zurich’s most renowned hospitals, where we collaborate closely to ensure the highest level of care. You can learn more about our partnerships with these institutions our partnerships with Zurich's best hospitals.

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Holistic arthritis treatment environment at Paracelsus Recovery

Personalised arthritis care and therapy at Paracelsus Recovery

Wellness and rehabilitation support for arthritis patients

Clinical arthritis assessment and functional medicine

15+ team members, all dedicated to your health and well-being

We are the only holistic arthritis treatment centre in the world to provide a minimum of 15 dedicated professionals to each client.

Throughout your stay, an unparalleled 15+ strong team will provide around-the-clock support. Our team is made up of world-renowned doctors, therapists and arthritis specialists, including a Nobel Prize-winning board member. A live-in therapist will also be available for emotional support 24/7 from when you arrive to when you leave.

Meet the team

Comprehensive programmes as unique as you are

All of our treatment programmes take an approach based on integrative and functional medicine, with an overarching goal of treating the whole individual, not just the disease.

We can provide treatment for arthritis and any co-occurring conditions at our treatment centre in Zurich.

Four-week residential treatment

7-day comprehensive check up