Massage Therapy in Altus and Hobart, OK
At Reed Chiropractic Clinic, our licensed massage therapists help relieve pain, release muscle tension, and speed up recovery. Massage therapy and chiropractic care complement each other beautifully. Used together, they create a synergistic effect that helps your body heal faster, move more freely, and stay healthier long after your visit.
How Massage Therapy and Chiropractic Care Work Together
Chiropractic adjustments restore proper alignment and motion to the joints of the spine, while massage therapy works on the muscles, tendons, and connective tissues that support those joints. Tight, tense muscles can pull the spine out of alignment and make adjustments harder to hold. Massage relaxes those muscles so your chiropractic adjustments can be more comfortable and more effective.
The goal of massage therapy is to improve your overall well-being. Rather than simply covering up pain, it addresses tension and tightness that contribute to discomfort, helping reduce the chance that the pain comes back later.
Benefits of Therapeutic Massage
Massage therapy can be used as both preventive and restorative care. Benefits include:
- Relief from muscle pain, stiffness, and tension
- Increased blood flow to injured or overworked areas
- Improved flexibility and range of motion
- Reduced stress and better relaxation
- Better sleep quality
- Faster recovery from injuries
Improved circulation delivers oxygen and nutrients to the tissues being massaged, which supports the body’s natural healing process and helps decrease pain.
Massage for Injury Recovery
Massage therapy is a valuable part of recovery from car accidents, sports injuries, work injuries, and other physical trauma. It is often included in treatment plans for auto and personal injury patients to reduce muscle spasms and scar tissue, and it pairs well with other therapies we offer, such as e-stim and therapeutic ultrasound.
Types of Massage We Offer
There are many types of massage therapy, and your therapist will choose the approach that best fits your needs:
- Swedish Massage – Long, flowing strokes that relax the body and rejuvenate tissues and muscles.
- Deep Tissue Massage – Firmer pressure that reaches deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue to release chronic tension and knots.
Our Licensed Massage Therapists
We have two licensed massage therapists, Holly Becerra and Kathy Restor, who work closely with our chiropractors to support your care plan and help you reach your goals.
If you have any questions about massage therapy, contact us today at our Altus office at (580) 482-2313 or our Hobart office at (580) 726-2900.
Massage Therapy Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I get massage therapy along with chiropractic care?
Massage relaxes tight muscles that can pull the spine out of alignment, which helps adjustments feel more comfortable and hold longer. Together, the two therapies often lead to faster recovery.
What is the difference between Swedish and deep tissue massage?
Swedish massage uses long, gentle strokes to relax the body and improve circulation. Deep tissue massage uses firmer pressure to reach deeper layers of muscle and release chronic tension.
Can massage help after a car accident?
Yes. Massage therapy can reduce muscle spasms, stiffness, and pain from whiplash and other accident injuries and is often part of an auto injury treatment plan.
Will a massage hurt?
Massage should not be painful. Deep tissue work may feel intense at times, but your therapist will adjust the pressure based on your comfort. Always let your therapist know how you feel.
How long is a massage session?
Session length varies depending on your needs and treatment plan. Our staff can explain the options when you schedule.
Are your massage therapists licensed?
Yes. Our massage therapists, Holly Becerra and Kathy Restor, are licensed and work closely with our chiropractors.
How often should I get a massage?
It depends on your goals. Patients recovering from injury may benefit from more frequent sessions, while others come in regularly for maintenance and stress relief.
