Therapeutic Massage

Muscle knots won’t relax?

What Is Therapeutic Massage?

Therapeutic massage is a hands-on treatment that goes beyond relaxation—it’s designed to address pain, stiffness, and tension in your muscles and soft tissues. Unlike a spa massage, therapeutic massage is targeted and specific, focusing on problem areas that affect your daily movement. Your therapist customizes each session to your needs, helping your body heal, recover, and feel its best.

Top 3 Benefits of
Therapeutic Massage

Relieves Muscle
Tension & Pain

Tight, overworked muscles often lead to nagging pain and reduced mobility. Therapeutic massage targets these knots and trigger points, easing discomfort and restoring balance so your body can function without constant tension.

Improves Circulation
& Healing

Massage boosts blood flow, delivering oxygen and nutrients to sore or injured tissues. This speeds up the natural healing process, reduces inflammation, and helps your body recover more efficiently from stress, injury, or overuse.

Reduces Stress &
Promotes Relaxation

Massage doesn’t just treat the body—it also calms the mind. By lowering stress hormones and activating relaxation responses, therapeutic massage leaves you feeling lighter, calmer, and more energized long after your session ends.

Top 5 Ways Therapeutic Massage Helps

  1. Deep Tissue Release – Breaks down tight knots and chronic muscle tension.
  2. Trigger Point Therapy – Targets painful muscle “hot spots” for fast relief.
  3. Sports Massage – Helps athletes recover and prevent injuries.
  4. Myofascial Techniques – Loosens tight connective tissue for better mobility.
  5. Relaxation Massage – Calms the nervous system to ease stress and promote healing.
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FAQs about Therapeutic Massage

Spa massage is for relaxation, while therapeutic massage is targeted to relieve pain, stiffness, and injuries.

You may feel some pressure during deeper work, but your therapist adjusts to keep you comfortable.

Most sessions last 30–60 minutes, depending on your treatment plan.

Back pain, neck stiffness, headaches, sports injuries, arthritis, stress, and postural tension.

It depends—some people find relief after one session, while others benefit from ongoing care.

Yes—therapeutic massage is safe and effective for reducing pain and stiffness at any age.

No special prep—just wear comfortable clothing and be ready to discuss problem areas with your therapist.

Sometimes—it depends on your plan. When prescribed as part of physical therapy, many plans do cover it.

Hear What Our Patients Are Saying

Hajja Tijaniyya
Hajja Tijaniyya
Dr. Davies provided the highest standard of professional care and human compassion. His staff reflected the professional, compassionate example he set. I live an hour away from Randolph. Dr. Davies saw me during his lunch break to permit me to avoid peak traffic hours. I can't recommend this practice highly enough.
Michael J O`Sullivan
Michael J O`Sullivan
Following a work-related injury, I have been attending Barbati & Davies Chiropractic since 2001. The care received from Dr Jim & Dr Craig has always been top class & has enabled me to have a much better quality of life . On the one occasion that I had to call their emergency # , Dr Craig came to the office to treat me . As this was on a Sunday I was most impressed .Their staff are always professional, respectful, courteous, & friendly ,from your greeting to your goodbye. My wife has ran 10 marathons & she is also a very happy patient. We get great care while being treated like family.
Latasha Darget
Latasha Darget
Great experience here! The staff was very kind and knowledgeable. I feel a lot better than when I came in. If you are looking for client focused & professional Chiropractor/Physical Therapy, come here. The staff are very friendly. They put you and your needs first. Thank you all for your service. I highly recommend this facility for all your Chiropractor and or Physical therapy needs.

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