What we offer 2021 Services and Prices Marbella Welcome to Buchinger Wilhelmi Welcome to Marbella. In this brochure, we would like to present our Buchinger Wilhelmi AMPLIUS® | MED Programme, the different packages and the services included. Our concept is holistic and encompasses all aspects of your stay: Therapeu- tic Fasting, a specific diet, basic medical assistance, complementary treat- ments, meticulous daily care by our nurses and a wide choice of activities where physical exercise, relaxation, inspiration and spirituality can be com- bined to create a synergy allowing you to simply trust, let go and unwind. The basis of our concept is Therapeutic Fasting: this means going without food voluntarily for a limited period of time. It should be done under medical supervision and in a caring environment. Here, in this very special place on the Costa del Sol, we offer you the ideal conditions for doing this. Katharina Rohrer-Zaiser, Victor Wilhelmi and all the staff at Buchinger Wilhelmi 1 Contents 1 Welcome to Buchinger Wilhelmi 6 The Buchinger Wilhelmi AMPLIUS® | MED Programme 9 What are the benefits of fasting? 10 Our therapy routes 13 Choose from our range of packages 17 Services included in your stay 20 Room categories and prices 27 Prices for individual treatments 38 A special thank you 39 What should I bring with me? 40 How to find us? 41 Clinic rules 42 General terms and conditions 44 Buchinger Wilhelmi on Lake Constance 2 3 “This corner of Marbella is a wonderful refuge for us, where, every summer we find peace, quiet and order. Fasting is a pleasure!” Mario Vargas Llosa, 2010 Nobel Prize in Literature, Arequipa (Peru) 5 The Buchinger Wilhelmi AMPLIUS® | MED Programme 4 days of readaptation back on to solid food. cooking demonstrations, you will learn how to The minimum length of stay for the fasting therapy prepare dishes which are not only healthy but tasty is 10 nights although it can be extended by full too. weeks or single nights. The initial medical examination will determine the type of treatment to be undertaken. Physical Therapy Those who choose not to fast or who are unable to do so may discover the delights of Buchinger The processes triggered in the body through fasting Wilhelmi’s whole food lacto-ovo-vegetarian cuisine are enhanced by means of external therapies such which can be adapted to individual nutritional as massages, physiotherapy and wraps. An exten- requirements, allergies and personal preferences. sive variety of treatments is available, some of which derive from other cultures worldwide. Guidance as to the choice and number of treatments Integrative Medicine can be given on consultation with your attending doctor. The medical services offered at Buchinger Wilhelmi We have interpreted Dr. Otto · Delays the biological aging process. combine the advantages of modern diagnostics Buchinger’s fundamental insights · Revitalizes powerfully our energy resources. with complementary medicine. This includes Exercise and Relaxation · Promotes a change towards a more healthy naturopathic and alternative methods from Western into achieving a healthy and fulfilled life-style. and Oriental cultures. We place a particular focus on Active exercise, preferably in the fresh air, is life in a contemporary light and · Enhances internal harmony and improves quality prevention of illnesses and encouraging a sustaina- essential to achieve optimal results. During your of life. bly healthy lifestyle. To this end, lectures are held on stay you are encouraged to take part in our daily developed them to create our · Disconnects from routine and reduces stress health-related, medical and therapeutic topics. programme which offers a variety of group activities Buchinger Wilhelmi AMPLIUS® | MED levels. including gymnastics, pilates, yoga, meditation, Programme. qi-gong/tai chi and many more, thereby improving How does it work? Psychotherapy and Coaching your fitness levels and learning to relax. The fasting period is divided into three stages: Day by day at our clinic, patients enjoy new and · Preparation: it is essential to rest and prepare positive experiences. We would like you to take as Inspiration and Spirituality yourself for the transition to fasting. A light high many of them as possible back home with you and fibre diet for at least one day enables your body to blend them into your daily life, as the best success is A stay at Buchinger Wilhelmi is not only beneficial for adapt and to promote the elimination of liquids. a long-term change in lifestyle. your physical health, but also for your mind and soul, Therapeutic Fasting An important part of our programme is designed to the true needs of which unfold through fasting. We · Fasting: during this stage you will only ingest provide vital information by means of lectures and embrace these needs by offering a wide range of Therapeutic Fasting is based on the ability of the liquid foods in the form of freshly made vegetable practical courses in the areas of psychology, sport, cultural activities such as concerts, excursions, art human organism to temorarily live off its fat broths, fresh natural juices, herbal teas and fitness, etc. In this way, your visit not only gives you exhibitions, handicrafts, yoga workshops and reserves and to cleanse itself in the process. mineral water. new vitality, but also new perspectives. meditation, lectures and group discussions on fasting and health related topics. How does this happen? · Readaptation: the gradual introduction of solid foods over a period of 4 days ensures proper Nutrition and Dietetics The Therapeutic Fasting: digestion. For your fasting therapy to have the Beauty Treatments · Cures illness or significantly improves the symp- desired effect , the readaptation phase is an Nutrition has a major influence on the preservation toms. absolute necessity, so it is essential to do it in the of our health and vitality. The wide range of incen- Feeling attractive and feeling good are directly · Prevents ill-health and disease by reducing risk clinic. tives and suggestions we offer will enable you to related to each other. In our in-house cosmetics factors. continue your new conscious lifestyle when you studio and hairdressing salon, our experienced · Strengthens the body’s own self-regenerating The ideal fasting therapy is of three weeks duration, return home. In lectures, you can learn about the cosmeticians and hairdressers will pamper your skin mechanisms. including 1 preparation day, 16 fasting days and correlation between nutrition and health. In our and hair. 6 7 What are the benefits of fasting? Prevention Therapy REDUCING RISK FACTORS CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES · Obesity · Coronary diseases · Stress (arteriosclerosis of the coronary vessels) · High blood pressure · Certain forms of cardiac insufficiency · Smoking · Circulatory diseases · Lack of exercise · Venous insufficiency (weak arteries and ulcers in the leg) MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS · Degenerative: osteoarthritis · Inflammatory: rheumatoid arthritis, Bechterew’s disease, psoriatic arthritis · Soft tissue rheumatism, fibromyalgia DIGESTIVE DISORDERS · Gastrointestinal disorders · Chronic bowel disorders · Chronic constipation · Irritable bowel syndrome METABOLIC DISORDERS · Diabetes mellitus · Thyroid dysfunction · Dyslipidaemia (an abnormal amount of lipids in the blood) PAIN SYNDROME · Secondary, e.g. in the case of musculoskeletal diseases · Postural disorders · Migraines GENERAL CONDITION · Mental and physical exhaustion · Depression · Chronic fatigue IMMUNE SYSTEM IMBALANCE · Susceptibility to infections (respiratory tract, sinuses, bladder) · Allergies (asthma, hay fever, urticaria) SKIN DISEASES · Acne · Psoriasis · Neurodermatitis Our clinic is not medically equipped to treat drug addiction and other dependencies, severe alcoholism or eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia. 8 9 Our therapy routes The aim is to offer our patients a The locomotor system therapy route The therapy route for moderate The stress therapy route specially adapted treatment in order The objectives of the therapy are: depressive episodes The objectives of the therapy are: to promote their health and wellbe- ing, to cure their illnesses and allevi- · To improve mobility and general well-being The objectives of the therapy are: · Physical and psychological relaxation · To ease symptoms of pain · Positive stress management through specific skills ate their suffering. The therapy · To reduce the inflammatory process · To balance cognitive and emotional processes · Confrontation strategies routes provide a multidisciplinary · To strengthen the muscles · To improve moods and motivation · Thought control techniques treatment as part of a long-term · To eat a healthy and balanced diet · To reconnect with your internal strength · To focus on a positive attitude The treatment combines the Therapeutic Fasting or learning process in order to change The treatment combines the Therapeutic Fasting or a whole food diet with psychological techniques for life-style habits. a whole food diet with physiotherapy, osteopathy, The treatment combines the Therapeutic Fasting or stress management, Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture and physical exercise. a whole food diet with psychotherapy sessions, physical activity and relaxation exercises. Traditional Chinese Medicine and physical activity. The cardiovascular therapy route The respiratory therapy route The inspirational routes The metabolic syndrome therapy route The objectives of the therapy are: The objectives of the therapy are: The following