Massage Therapy in Cincinnati

Heal. Relax. Restore.

At A Better Life Chiropractic, massage therapy isn’t just about relaxation. It’s about healing. Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, muscle tension, or recovering from an injury, our skilled therapists offer targeted, therapeutic massage to support your body’s natural ability to heal.

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What Is Massage Therapy?

Massage therapy is the manual manipulation of the body’s soft tissues, including muscles, tendons, and ligaments, to improve function, relieve pain, and promote overall well-being. Our team focuses on medical and therapeutic massage techniques designed to address specific conditions and complement your chiropractic care.

Unlike spa-style massage, medical massage is outcome-based. Each session is tailored to your needs and often used as part of a broader treatment plan recommended by Dr. Smith to support long-term health.

How Massage Therapy Works to Heal Your Body

Your body holds onto stress, injury, and daily wear in ways you might not even realize. That tension in your shoulders after a long day at the computer, the tightness in your lower back from sitting too much, or the persistent ache from an old injury—these aren’t just discomforts you have to live with.

When muscles become tight or injured, they can develop trigger points; these are knots of tension that refer pain to other areas of your body. Through skilled manipulation of these tissues, massage helps release these trigger points, increase blood flow to damaged or overworked areas, and break down scar tissue that may be limiting your movement. The increased circulation brings fresh oxygen and nutrients to your muscles while flushing out the metabolic waste products that contribute to soreness and stiffness.

But the benefits go beyond just the physical. Massage therapy also activates your parasympathetic nervous system, your body’s “rest and digest” mode. This is why you often feel deeply relaxed during and after a session. Your body is shifting out of stress mode and into healing mode, supporting natural healing processes throughout your entire system.

What Conditions Can Massage Help With?

Massage therapy is a powerful tool in your recovery and wellness journey. It can help with a wide range of conditions, including muscle soreness and tightness, headaches and migraines, neck and back pain, sciatica, fibromyalgia, sports and overuse injuries, stress and anxiety, postural imbalances, and recovery from auto or work-related injuries.

Massage can also enhance flexibility, increase circulation, and improve your body’s response to chiropractic adjustments. Many patients are surprised to find that after addressing their physical pain through massage, they also experience better sleep, mental clarity, and emotional relief they didn’t expect. There’s an intricate connection between our mental state and our physical well-being, and massage therapy addresses both.

Why Combine Chiropractic and Massage?

When used together, chiropractic care and massage therapy create a powerful partnership. Chiropractic adjustments help align the spine and nervous system, while massage prepares the muscles and soft tissues. This allows those adjustments to hold longer and feel more comfortable.

By relaxing tight muscles and improving mobility, massage helps your body respond more efficiently to chiropractic treatment. This can lead to faster recovery and longer-lasting results. One massage can provide temporary relief, but regular sessions help retrain your muscles and soft tissues, gradually reducing chronic tension and teaching your body new, healthier movement patterns.

About Our Massage Therapists

Tom Nicholson

Tom became interested in massage because he knew people who suffered from migraine headaches. After learning about reflexology and seeing its benefits, he decided to become a massage therapist and graduated from SHI Massage School in 2004. With over 14 years of experience working in complement to chiropractic care, he has helped many people and truly enjoys working with Dr. Smith and his excellent staff.

Tom is currently trained in deep tissue, is a stage II Reiki practitioner, a stage II reflexologist, a Stage I Cranial Sacral therapist and a fitness therapist.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is massage covered by Insurance?

In most cases, this service is not covered by health insurance. It is covered by automobile insurance in the event of an auto accident.

Do I have to disrobe?

No.

Should I do anything in particular after my massage?

Drink water; maintaining adequate hydration is beneficial, even if you are not receiving massage therapy. Be prepared to sleep very well. Massage therapy induces a state of relaxation that promotes deep sleep.

How does this help my chiropractic care?

By easing muscle spasms and tight, “stuck” connective tissue (fascia), myofascial release can help you move more comfortably and get more from your chiropractic visits.

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If you’re looking to de-stress and feel better, schedule your massage therapy session today!
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