Pain Therapy Massage in Bern
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At a Glance
What is Pain Therapy Massage?
Pain therapy massage is our most intensive treatment form, specifically developed for people with chronic or acute pain syndromes. It combines elements of trigger point therapy, myofascial release, and therapeutic Thai massage into a holistic treatment concept.
Unlike classic wellness massage, pain therapy works specifically on the causes of your complaints. Through specific pressure techniques, muscular trigger points — hardened, pressure-sensitive spots in the muscles — are identified and treated. These trigger points are often the cause of radiating pain (referred pain) perceived far from the actual origin.
Our experienced therapist at Leo Health Massage in Bern has comprehensive knowledge in pain physiology and therapeutic massage. Each treatment begins with a thorough assessment to understand individual pain causes and select the optimal therapeutic approach.
Pain therapy massage is particularly suitable for patients who have not achieved sufficient pain relief with conventional methods, and is a valuable complement to physiotherapy and medical treatments.
Treatment Process
1. Comprehensive Assessment: Detailed recording of your pain history, previous treatments, and current complaints.
2. Functional Examination: Mobility tests and palpation identify muscular imbalances, trigger points, and pain triggers.
3. Individual Therapy Plan: A customized treatment plan based on findings.
4. Therapeutic Treatment: Targeted trigger point treatment, myofascial techniques, and deep tissue massage are combined. Intensity is continuously adjusted with you.
5. Stretches & Mobilization: Specific stretching exercises and joint mobilizations complement manual therapy.
6. Follow-up: Recommendations for self-exercises and next treatment steps.
Conditions & Indications
- Chronic back pain and disc problems
- Shoulder-neck syndrome (cervical syndrome)
- Tension headaches and migraines
- Sciatica with radiation
- Tennis elbow / Golfer's elbow
- Myofascial pain syndromes and trigger points
- Fibromyalgia
- Chronic joint pain and arthritis
- Post-operative pain and scar adhesions
- Carpal tunnel syndrome and tendinitis
Contraindications
- Acute inflammation with fever
- Fresh injuries or fractures
- Acute thrombosis or embolism
- Severe cardiovascular diseases
- Acute herniated disc (medical clearance required)
- Tumors in the treatment area
- Blood clotting disorders
- Acute rheumatic flares
- Open wounds or skin infections
Aftercare Tips
After pain therapy, your body needs time to process the intensive treatment. Drink plenty of water. Mild soreness or temporary intensification of symptoms in the first 24–48 hours is normal (initial aggravation). This typically subsides and is followed by significant improvement. Perform the prescribed self-exercises regularly. Avoid heavy physical strain on the day of treatment. Apply heat to treated areas if needed.
Recommended Frequency
For acute pain conditions, we recommend 2 sessions per week for the first 2–3 weeks. As symptoms improve, intervals are gradually extended to every 2 weeks, then monthly. Chronic pain syndromes require long-term therapy — typically 8–12 sessions for lasting improvement. Maintenance sessions every 4–6 weeks can prevent relapses.
Insurance & Coverage
Pain therapy massage at Leo Health Massage is EMR and ASCA certified. Most Swiss supplementary insurances for complementary medicine cover our treatments. Given the therapeutic nature of pain therapy, reimbursement rates are often higher than for wellness massages. A medical referral can further improve coverage. We provide detailed receipts with diagnosis codes for submission.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Pain Therapy Massage is a therapeutic treatment that specifically targets chronic and acute musculoskeletal pain. Using a combination of trigger point therapy, deep tissue massage, and targeted stretching, it releases tension and relieves pain.
Yes, our Pain Therapy Massage is EMR and ASCA recognized. With supplementary health insurance, you can claim the costs through your provider. Please check with your insurance company beforehand regarding the exact coverage.
Wear comfortable clothing and arrive 5 minutes before your appointment. Avoid heavy meals right before the treatment. Inform your therapist about current complaints, medications, or injuries so the treatment can be optimally adjusted.
A pain therapy session lasts 60 or 90 minutes. For the first treatment, we recommend 90 minutes as the comprehensive assessment requires additional time. Follow-up treatments can be effective in 60 minutes depending on the condition.
Many patients notice significant improvement after the first treatment. In the first 24–48 hours, a temporary initial aggravation may occur, which is normal and indicates activation of self-healing powers. For lasting results with chronic conditions, 6–10 sessions are typically recommended.
Yes, pain therapy massage can be excellently combined with other treatment forms — such as physiotherapy, medical treatment, or other massage types in our range. We recommend at least 48 hours between different treatments so your body can process the respective stimuli.
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Leo Health Massage Bern
| Sunday | 10:00 – 20:00 |
| Monday | 10:00 – 20:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 – 20:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 – 20:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 – 20:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 – 20:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 – 20:00 |