Chiropractic

Medical expertise in the musculoskeletal system and its relationship with the nervous system.

Chiropractic is one of the five academic medical professions recognized in Switzerland under the LPmed (Federal Law on Medical Professions).
Chiropractors are experts in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system and their impact on the nervous system function and general health.

Our approach

Each session begins with a complete clinical assessment, including a history, orthopedic and neurological examination, and if necessary, prescription of imaging or medication.
Treatment is based on precise chiropractic adjustments to restore mobility, reduce tension and promote better neuro-musculo-skeletal communication.
Personalized advice completes the treatment to optimize recovery and prevent recurrence.

Dr. Marc-Antoine Zurkirch

His deep interest in sports and his fascination for the functioning of our body have led him to collaborate with many national and international athletes. His goal is to offer each patient a complete and advanced treatment for the correct use of the body, similar to the model of a professional athlete.

Languages spoken:
French, Italian, English, Spanish.

Dr Pierig Leray

After six years studying chiropractic medicine, Dr. Pierig Leray completed his three-year post-graduate specialization at prestigious institutions such as La Clinique de la Prairie (Montreux), Hôpital de La Tour (Geneva) and Hôpital de la Providence (Neuchâtel). In 2016, he obtained his Federal Postgraduate Diploma as a specialist chiropractor in Bern. In addition to the manipulative treatments his practice provides, he specializes in the chronic postural disorders that cause so much back pain.
He currently works as an independent chiropractor at the CMLO in Lausanne. At the same time, he is actively involved in the training of chiropractors, taking part in teaching and contributing his expertise to final examinations for post-graduate training.

Aligned with our holistic vision of healthcare and with a desire to expand his areas of expertise, Dr. Pierig Leray joined the MAZ Clinic in April 2024, becoming part of our multidisciplinary team committed to a comprehensive approach to patient care.

An active member of ChiroSuisse (Association of Swiss Chiropractors), ACCV (Association of Chiropractors of the Canton of Vaud) and the Association romande des médecins (AROMED), Dr. Pierig Leray continues to contribute to the development of chiropractic in Switzerland.

Languages spoken:
French, English, Spanish.

Dr Laura Ponnaz

Laura Ponnaz put on her first judo kimono at the age of 4 and competed in the sport until the age of 18. During this period, her curiosity and interest in the body’s functioning and physiology grew, and it was during her first year of medical studies at UNIL in 2016 that she put words to this attraction and discovered chiropractic. With discipline and determination, Laura continued her medical studies, specializing in chiropractic. During her studies, she practiced in hospitals, at the CHUV chiropractic department in Lausanne and at the Centre de la douleur du Kremlin-Bicêtre in Paris. She is also involved in humanitarian causes, and took part in the Kheir d’Afrik humanitarian association’s mission to Senegal in June 2022. Fascinated by sport and performance, she also undertook a specialization in sports management at Paris Saclay University. Doctor Ponnaz obtained her federal chiropractic diploma in 2023.

During an internship with Dr. Zurkirch, Laura discovered the holistic approach offered by the MAZ Clinic. Sharing our vision, it was only natural that she should join the MAZ Clinic team to continue her post-graduate training in September 2023.

Languages spoken:
French, English.

Dr Anouk Emmert

Anouk Emmert has always felt a deep desire to help others. Her personal journey, marked by numerous shoulder and back injuries during her competitive and open-water swimming career, led her to discover the benefits of chiropractic. Seduced by this discipline, she flew to England, where she spent five years studying chiropractic medicine at the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic.

Back in Switzerland, Anouk honed her skills in the chiropractic department of the CHUV in Lausanne, collaborating with a variety of healthcare professionals and enriching her clinical experience in the process. In 2024, she obtained her federal diploma in chiropractic, affirming her expertise and commitment to the practice.

Today, Anouk is determined to help her patients relieve pain and return to an active life, with a focus on improving mobility and rehabilitation. Enthusiastic about joining a team that values a holistic approach to health, surrounded by passionate specialists, she joins the MAZ Clinic in October 2024. Anouk looks forward to continuing to deepen her knowledge and contributing to this holistic vision of well-being.