Looking for near you? Schedule an appointment with one of our massage therapists in Grand Rapids, MI. Massage therapy has been proven to help ease pain and discomfort from a number of medical conditions, including lower back pain, frozen shoulder, and whiplash.
Here’s what else you need to know.
What is Therapeutic Massage Therapy?
A therapeutic (or medical) massage is different from a relaxation massage you may receive at a spa or similar facility. During your appointment, your will tailor the treatment to meet your specific health and wellness needs. As such, they’ll target any problem areas in the muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
Therapeutic massage may help with the following:
- Repetitive stress injuries
- Lower back pain
- Frozen shoulder
- Whiplash
- Tendonitis
- Migraines
- Temporomandibular joint and muscle disorder
Please keep in mind that the above list is not exhaustive. There are many reasons why an individual may seek out massage therapy.
How is a Therapeutic Massage Different?
A medical massage from our office will target a specific area of concern. For this reason, the massage may feel deeper and possibly incorporate deep tissue massage or other therapeutic techniques.
By focusing on a specific area of the body, we’re able to help increase your range of motion while decreasing pain and discomfort. Therapeutic massage therapy may also help you heal faster from certain medical ailments.
Depending on your unique circumstances, your treatment plan may also include chiropractic care, physical therapy, or other options. Our massage therapist will always make sure to communicate with your other healthcare providers to provide comprehensive patient care.
Schedule a Consultation for Massage Therapy
Looking for a massage therapist in Grand Rapids, MI? Schedule an appointment with the Harrison Chiropractic Center at (616) 363-0902. You may also fill out our online contact form and someone from our team will reach out to you soon.