Massage Therapy

What is Therapeutic Massage?

Therapeutic massage is the skilled manipulation of soft tissues — muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia — to relieve pain, reduce tension, improve circulation, and support the body’s natural healing processes. Unlike a spa massage focused purely on relaxation, therapeutic massage at Back 2 Health Chiropractic is clinically oriented and directly integrated with your chiropractic care plan.

When muscles remain chronically tight or develop adhesions (knots), they pull on the spine and joints, making chiropractic adjustments harder to hold. Massage therapy addresses these soft-tissue restrictions, preparing the body to respond better to spinal adjustments and maintain alignment for longer between visits. Receiving massage alongside chiropractic care is one of the most effective combinations available in conservative musculoskeletal treatment.

Our Lubbock clinic offers a range of massage modalities, all delivered by skilled therapists who coordinate closely with Dr. Brett Chavez to ensure your care is cohesive and goal-directed.

Types of Massage We Offer

Deep Tissue Massage targets the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue. Using sustained pressure and slow strokes, this technique breaks up scar tissue, releases chronic muscle tension, and addresses persistent pain patterns. It is particularly effective for patients with long-standing postural problems or injuries.

Trigger Point Therapy focuses on localized areas of muscle hyperirritability — commonly called “knots” — that cause referred pain in predictable patterns throughout the body. Sustained direct pressure releases these trigger points, often providing immediate relief of pain felt in seemingly unrelated areas.

Relaxation/Swedish Massage uses lighter, flowing strokes to promote relaxation, ease general muscle tension, improve circulation, and reduce stress hormones. This approach is ideal for patients who need to reduce overall stress levels that are contributing to pain and tension.

Myofascial Release works with the connective tissue (fascia) that surrounds and supports every muscle and organ in the body. When fascia becomes restricted through injury or chronic tension, it can create widespread pain. Gentle, sustained pressure allows the fascia to release and lengthen.

Benefits of Massage Therapy

• Reduced muscle tension — Softens chronically tight muscles that contribute to postural strain and pain
• Improved circulation — Enhances blood and lymphatic flow, supporting tissue repair
• Decreased pain — Lowers pain perception through both mechanical and neurological mechanisms
• Reduced stress and anxiety — Activates the parasympathetic nervous system, lowering cortisol levels
• Improved flexibility — Releasing tissue restrictions increases joint range of motion
• Faster recovery — Helps flush metabolic waste and bring fresh nutrients to healing tissues
• Better chiropractic outcomes — Soft-tissue work helps adjustments hold longer
• Headache relief — Releasing upper trapezius and suboccipital tension can significantly reduce headache frequency

What to Expect During Your Session

Your massage therapist will begin with a brief intake conversation to understand your goals, any areas of pain or sensitivity, and your preferences regarding pressure. You will be comfortably draped at all times, with only the area being worked on exposed.

Sessions typically last 30, 60, or 90 minutes depending on your needs and treatment plan. Communication is encouraged throughout — your therapist will adjust pressure and technique based on your feedback to ensure the most effective and comfortable experience.

Many patients in Lubbock find that scheduling massage before or after their chiropractic adjustment creates a powerful treatment session, with the body more relaxed and responsive to spinal correction.

Conditions That Benefit From Massage Therapy

• Neck pain and shoulder tightness
• Low back pain
• Tension headaches
• Sciatica
• Sports injuries and muscle strains
• Postural imbalances from desk work
• Pregnancy-related muscle tension
• Stress and anxiety
• Fibromyalgia and chronic pain syndromes

Book Your Massage Today

Experience the difference that integrated chiropractic and massage care can make. Call Back 2 Health Chiropractic at (806) 425-5973 or request your appointment.