Massage in Opfikon near Zurich
Pregnancy Massage – Relaxation for You and Your Baby
Your body is doing something incredible right now. Back pain, heavy legs, water retention – a gentle pregnancy massage can ease discomfort and give you moments of calm. Gentle and attentive from week 13 of pregnancy.
How a pregnancy massage can help
Back Pain
Relief for the lower back from the growing belly
Heavy Legs
Relieve water retention and heaviness in the legs
Neck Tension
Release tension in the shoulder and neck area
Sleep Problems
Deep relaxation that can contribute to better sleep
Emotional Balance
Reduce stress and promote emotional balance
Sciatic Pain
Gently relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve
Safety & Process
When suitable:
- From week 13 of pregnancy
- With a normal pregnancy
- Gentle, adapted techniques
- Comfortable side-lying position
Please check first:
- High-risk pregnancy (consult your doctor)
- First trimester (weeks 1–12)
- Premature contractions or placenta problems
- Severe nausea or circulation problems
Acupressure can also help during pregnancy
Acupressure can treat pregnancy nausea, back pain and water retention on an energetic level – and is reimbursable via supplementary insurance depending on your policy (EMR-certified).
Prices
Massage 90 min.
For the pregnancy massage, I recommend 60 minutes – gentle and focused on your current symptoms.
FAQ – Pregnancy Massage
From week 13 of pregnancy. Evidence for the first trimester is limited – the available studies only included women from around week 12 onwards. As a precaution I therefore offer pregnancy massage only after that point.
Yes, with a normal pregnancy course. Gentle techniques in side position, without pressure on the abdominal area. For high-risk pregnancy please consult your doctor first.
Yes, acupressure can help with pregnancy nausea, back pain and sleep issues. Certain points are avoided during pregnancy. Acupressure may be reimbursed depending on your supplementary insurance.
Specialisations
Praxis Anzhelika Wyss