Massage in the West Des Moines Chiropractic Treatment Plan

Massage therapy is typically thought of for relaxation, however massage treatment can be so much more when tied together with chiropractic techniques. Massage treatment provided in the chiropractic office goes for the "Ahhhh..." response as well as more specific soft tissue and muscle work to relieve tightness and allow the adjustment's realignment of bones and its subsequent pain relief to last longer. Massage treatment stays right in line with the Cox Technic protocols.

What is Massage Therapy?

Complementary to chiropractic care at Executive Chiropractic of Iowa with Cox Technic Flexion Distraction and Decompression spinal manipulation, massage therapy is the manual manipulation of the body's soft tissue structures through an assortment of methods ranging from relaxing to rehabilitative. Soft tissues include muscle, skin, tendons, fascia, ligaments and joint capsules. These are often involved when the spine and extremities are hurting.

With massage therapy, function, flexibility and overall circulation of the soft tissues increase.

How Can Massage Therapy Help?

Massage therapy can be helplful to people of all ages and conditions. It is commonly used to help relieve pain due to many specific issues, including but not limited to

Headaches and migraines
Muscle and related conditions such as spasms, strains and sprains
Back pain
Neck Pain
Sciatica
Arm pain
Repetitive strain injury
Pregnancy-related back pain
Stress relief and associated conditions
Post-injury and post surgical rehabilitation
Inflammatory conditions such as arthritis and tendonitis

Schedule your West Des Moines chiropractic appointment at Executive Chiropractic of Iowa for a massage today!