Balans Brunsveld TCG

About Balans Brunsveld TCG

Balans Brunsveld TCG is a practice for acupuncture, Tuina massage, lifestyle and nutrition in Velp, Arnhem and Barchem. The practice offers consultations and treatments based on Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Treatments

A consultation consists of a conversation and examination, followed by a diagnosis and treatment plan. Treatment may consist of acupuncture, Tuina or a combination with exercises; guasha, cupping and moxa are also possible.

• Acupuncture
• Tuina massage
• Combination of acupuncture and Tuina
• Guasha
• Cupping
• Moxa
• Exercises

Approach

With acupuncture, an average of 4 to 15 needles are left in place for about 30 minutes. Tuina consists of Chinese therapeutic massage and acupressure, without needles. A combined treatment starts with Tuina, followed by acupuncture.

Rates and appointments

An intake normally includes a treatment. Other methods such as guasha, cupping and moxa are included in the consultation fee. The consultation price is charged for a no-show or cancellation less than 24 hours in advance.

• Acupuncture and/or Tuina intake: 75–90 minutes
• Follow-up acupuncture and/or Tuina: 60 minutes
• Short (follow-up) consultation: 45 minutes

Reimbursement and registration

Acupuncture and Tuina are included by most health insurers in the supplementary package for alternative medicine. The client submits the invoice to the health insurer; a referral from a GP is not required.

• Affiliated with Collectief Alternatieve Therapeuten (CAT) (Dutch alternative therapists’ collective), eligible for reimbursement
• GAT-Wkkgz complaints procedure and GAT disciplinary procedure

Locations and opening hours

The practice operates from locations in Velp, Arnhem and Barchem. Opening hours are Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 17:30 and Saturday from 09:00 to 13:00.

• Velp
• Arnhem
• Barchem