- Location Horgen
Seestrasse 126
CH-8810 Horgen - +41 (0)44 770 12 55
horgen@gynpoint.ch
gynpoint@hin.ch
We assist women in all stages of life
In our practice - gynpoint you will find the whole spectrum of the modern diagnostic and therapy in the Gynecology and Obstetrics . We offer to you at three locations in Horgen and Zürich a competent and comprehensive counselling and during the consultation you will be treated with understanding, empathy and patience, assisted by all stages of life.
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Since 1996, 20 October has been World Osteoporosis Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness and the global fight against osteoporosis.
Since 1996, 20 October has been World Osteoporosis Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness and the global fight against osteoporosis.
But what exactly is osteoporosis?
According to the WHO, osteoporosis is defined as a systemic disease of the entire skeleton with a reduction in bone density and a change in the architecture of the bone, resulting in a reduction in bone strength and an increase in the risk of fractures.
The bone is in a constant process of transformation, whereby a balance between bone formation and bone resorption is necessary for healthy bones. Until the age of 30, bone formation predominates.
Gradually, this balance shifts in favour of bone resorption. From the age of 40, the bone loses around 1% of its density each year; the bone becomes increasingly porous and can break more easily.
In Switzerland, osteoporosis affects around 20% of women and 7% of men from the second half of life onwards. Fractures (broken bones) as a result of osteopenia (a precursor of osteoporosis) or osteoporosis occur in every 2nd woman and every 5th man after the age of 50!
What are the causes?
The following factors can lead to a decrease in the mass and microarchitecture of the bone:
- Increasing age
- Oestrogen deficiency during the menopause
- Testosterone deficiency in men
- Family history / predisposition
- Vitamin D and calcium deficiency
- Lack of exercise
- Nicotine and alcohol consumption
- Underweight
- Medication such as cortisone, anti-epileptic drugs etc.
What symptoms occur?
In the early phase of the disease, hardly any symptoms are noticed. Osteoporosis can therefore remain undetected for a long time. The following symptoms may only occur as the disease progresses:
- Acute back pain
- Increasing hunchback
- Decrease in height > 3-4cm
How can osteoporosis be diagnosed?
Firstly, the risk factors are determined during a consultation, followed by a clinical examination. If osteoporosis is suspected, a densitometry (bone density measurement) is arranged. If necessary, the examination can be supplemented with X-ray images if there are indications of bone fractures.
How is osteoporosis treated?
As there is currently no cure for osteoporosis, the aim of treatment is to slow down or stop the progression of the disease and prevent bone fractures. Bisphosphonates, drugs that inhibit bone resorption, are usually used for drug treatment.
What can be done to prevent it?
The following measures are recommended to prevent osteoporosis:
- A healthy diet with sufficient protein
- Adequate vitamin D and calcium intake
- Avoidance of excessive alcohol and nicotine consumption
- Regular endurance exercise 3-4x/week
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Consultation hours every Saturday at the Hegibachplatz location.
Evening consultation hours every Tuesday from 5pm to 8pm at Hegibachplatz.
Gynecology
Competent conseling in gynpoint from the annual check up throu the adolescence to the senologie.
Obstetrics
The most emotional moment in their lives is the birth of the baby. We give you support from the first ultrasound to the counselling during the breastfeeding.
Surgery
When the conservative therapy reached the limits, we will take together the important decisions and we will choose the best operative method.
Gynecology
We understand women
Treatments at a glance
With us, you will find competent gynaecological advice based on the latest medical knowledge. We provide you with comprehensive advice and take your individual concerns into account.
Obstetrics
Competent care on the way to birth
Treatments at a glance
With empathetic medical expertise, we accompany you from the ultrasound examination to the postpartum consultation.
Surgery
Minimal invasive surgery at the highest level
Treatments at a glance
We offer the entire spectrum of surgical treatments in the field of gynaecology. Our focus is on minimal invasive surgery at the highest level. We treat malignant diseases in certified centres.
Wellbeing
Holistic accompaniment on the path to well-being
Treatments at a glance
With a holistic concept from healthy lifestyle to aesthetic medicine, we accompany you in all phases of life.
Team
One team, two locations, seven languages
Key figures
Since the foundation, July 2019
15'475
Consultations
306
Births
271
Surgeries
Our partners for women’s health
Contact
gynpoint Horgen
Opening hours
Mon-Fri 8:00-17:30
Public transport (train, S-Bahn, bus)
The practice is located in the immediate vicinity of Horgen train station and the bus stop Bahnhof Horgen. Horgen is directly connected to the S-Bahn lines S2 and S8 every 20 minutes from ZH HB/Bahnhof Enge/Wiedikon Zurich.
By car
A limited number of visitor parking spaces are available in the underground car park (entrance Alte Landstrasse). Further parking spaces are available on Seestrasse, Alte Landstrasse and at the railway station (Schinzenhof multi-storey car park).
gynpoint Hegibachplatz
- Location Zürich
Forchstrasse 92
CH-8008 Zürich - +41 (0)43 336 70 20
zuerich@gynpoint.ch
gynpoint@hin.ch
Opening hours
Mo-Fr 8:00-17:30
Sa, irregular, appointments according to the agenda
Public transport (train, S-Bahn, bus)
Bus stop Hegibachplatz
(in the immediate vicinity of the practice)
S18, tram 11, bus 31/33/ 77
By car
Limited number of public parking spaces available in the vicinity of the practice.
Neumünster multi-storey car park (Kreuzplatz)