Targeted soft-tissue treatment that works with your chiropractic care - not separate from it.
More Than Relaxation
Therapeutic massage at McClean Chiropractic is not a spa service – it is a clinical tool. When your muscles are locked in protective spasm around an injured joint, no adjustment will hold until that muscle tension releases. Our massage therapy is coordinated directly with your chiropractic treatment plan so each session builds on the last.
What We Treat With Massage
Neck & Shoulder Tension
Chronic tightness, tech neck, and post-accident muscle guarding respond well to targeted soft-tissue work alongside spinal adjustments.
Lower Back Muscle Spasm
Spasming muscles are often the reason your back pain keeps returning. Releasing the spasm allows your spine to realign and stay there.
Headaches from Muscle Tension
Many headaches originate in the suboccipital muscles at the base of the skull. Direct soft-tissue work here can reduce frequency and intensity significantly.
Post-Accident Recovery
Car accident injuries leave soft tissue inflamed and guarded for weeks. Massage accelerates healing by improving circulation and reducing protective muscle holding.
Sciatica & Piriformis Syndrome
The piriformis muscle runs directly over the sciatic nerve. When it tightens, it compresses the nerve and mimics disc herniation symptoms.
General Stress & Tension
Chronic stress stores in the muscles – especially the traps, neck, and lower back. Regular massage helps break the tension-pain-stress cycle.
Fellowship-Trained. Rarely Matched.
Our doctors hold the FSBT designation – Fellowship in Spinal Biomechanics and Trauma. This post-doctoral training is pursued by a small fraction of chiropractors and equips our team with advanced expertise in spinal imaging, ligament injury assessment, and trauma biomechanics. You get a level of analysis that most chiropractic clinics simply cannot offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a chiropractic appointment to get massage therapy?
No – but our best outcomes come when massage and chiropractic are coordinated. We will help you determine the right combination for your situation.
What type of massage do you offer?
We focus on therapeutic and deep-tissue massage targeting the specific muscle groups affecting your spine and joints – not general relaxation massage.
How long are sessions?
Sessions are typically 30 or 60 minutes depending on your treatment plan and areas of focus.
Is massage covered by insurance?
Yes. If you were in a car accident, massage is fully covered by your auto insurance’s medical benefits (no out-of-pocket cost to you). Some health insurance plans also cover massage when it’s part of a chiropractic care plan. Call our front desk and we’ll verify your coverage before your first visit.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on your condition. Acute injuries may need 3-6 sessions over a few weeks. Chronic conditions often benefit from ongoing monthly maintenance.
Ready to Get Relief?
Call us today or request an appointment online. Same-day appointments are often available.
How our massage therapy is different
We integrate with spine care
- Massage sessions coordinate with your chiropractic treatment plan
- Therapists communicate with the doctors about trigger-point findings
- We target the muscle patterns driving your spinal dysfunction
- Session notes become part of your clinical record
What you can expect
- Deep tissue and targeted trigger-point work
- Myofascial release for chronic tension patterns
- Pregnancy massage with appropriate positioning
- Sports and post-MVA muscle recovery sessions
- Sessions typically 30, 45, or 60 minutes
What our patients say
“Massage therapist can find all trigger points. Highly recommend.”
. Jim B., Google review
“Super friendly staff. Awesome massages. Treatments work.”
. Heather L., Google review
Massage therapy FAQ
No. Many patients come for massage only. If we notice something that looks like a deeper issue, we’ll mention it. But massage is a standalone service.
If you were in a car accident, yes. Massage is fully covered by your auto insurance’s medical benefits and you pay nothing out of pocket. For other patients, some health insurance plans cover massage when it’s part of a chiropractic care plan. Call the front desk with your insurance info and we’ll verify before your first visit.
Comfortable, loose clothing for your arrival. You’ll undress to your comfort level during the session; the therapist drapes appropriately throughout.
Yes. We offer prenatal massage with side-lying positioning and pregnancy-safe techniques. See our prenatal care.
For chronic tension or post-injury recovery, weekly to bi-weekly for the first 4-6 weeks is typical, then spacing out to monthly maintenance. For general wellness, monthly works for most people.
Occasionally when there’s a cancellation, but we recommend booking ahead. Call 801-373-1035 to check availability.
Ready to book a session?
Same-week appointments available. Insurance accepted. Let’s get you a real evaluation and a plan.
McClean Chiropractic · 385 N 500 W, Provo UT 84601
Massage after a car accident. Why it matters
Car accidents don’t just irritate joints. They tear up the soft tissue around them. Strained muscles, sprained ligaments, and fascial adhesions from a whiplash or rear-end collision often show up as tightness, headaches, and stiffness weeks after the crash. Targeted therapeutic massage is one of the fastest ways to unwind that damage and let the adjusting actually hold.
What massage does for crash injuries
- Breaks up myofascial adhesions caused by sudden tissue injury
- Reduces muscle guarding that holds joints out of alignment
- Improves circulation and clears inflammatory byproducts
- Calms the nervous-system "bracing" pattern that follows impact
- Restores range of motion so adjustments and rehab work better
Common post-crash complaints we treat
- Tension headaches and neck stiffness after whiplash
- Mid-back tightness from seat-belt compression
- Lower-back guarding and pelvic misalignment
- Shoulder and chest tightness from brace-impact
- Chronic tension patterns that linger months after the crash
If you were hurt in a car accident, your auto insurance covers massage 100%. No copay, no deductible, no bill to you. We handle the paperwork and bill your auto insurance directly so you can focus on healing. More on our car accident care →
Related topics
Therapeutic massage is most powerful when it’s paired with the right diagnostic and treatment plan. Conditions we pair it with most often: