Massage Therapy in Livonia, MI
Therapeutic massage and manual therapy designed to reduce pain, restore mobility, and work alongside your care plan for results that go well beyond relaxation.
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Massage therapy at True Health Chiropractic is not a standalone treatment. It is a clinical tool, delivered by licensed therapists who know what you are working through and why, and coordinated with your chiropractic care from session to session. When soft-tissue work and spinal care are aligned, the results compound. Adjustments hold better. Pain that has been present for months begins to resolve in ways that neither treatment alone could produce.
Last reviewed by Dr. Jeremiah Shaft, DC on May 21, 2026
What Therapeutic Massage Therapy Is And How It Works
Last reviewed by Dr. Jeremiah Shaft, DC on May 21, 2026
Massage therapy is one of the most effective tools available for reducing pain, releasing tension, and supporting recovery. At True Health Chiropractic, it is also something more. Our massage therapy is delivered as part of a coordinated care approach, meaning your sessions are informed by your health history, your chiropractic care plan, and what your body actually needs to move forward.
Our licensed massage therapists work closely alongside our chiropractic team. When soft tissue work and spinal care are coordinated, the results compound. Adjustments hold better. Recovery happens faster. Pain that has been lingering for months starts to resolve in ways that neither treatment alone could achieve.
We offer a full range of massage and manual therapy techniques, and we build each session around your goals, whether that is injury recovery, chronic pain relief, performance support, or whole-body maintenance. There are no preset packages here. Your care is shaped by what your body needs.
Benefits of Massage Therapy
Pain Reduction: Releases muscle tension, addresses trigger points, and reduces chronic soreness at the source
Improved Circulation: Increases blood flow and oxygen delivery to tissues, supporting faster repair and recovery
Restored Range of Motion: Releases tight fascia and adhesions that limit how freely you can move
Nervous System Regulation: Lowers cortisol, calms the stress response, and supports the body’s ability to recover
Injury Recovery Support: Accelerates healing, reduces scar tissue formation, and keeps soft tissue pliable during rehabilitation
Headache and Tension Relief: Addresses the muscular and fascial tension in the neck and shoulders that contributes to recurring headaches
Enhanced Chiropractic Results: Relaxed, mobile soft tissue allows spinal adjustments to take effect more fully and hold longer
Athletic Recovery: Clears metabolic waste, reduces delayed onset soreness, and helps active patients get back to training sooner
Long-Term Wellness Maintenance: Regular therapeutic massage supports lasting mobility, circulation, and overall physical resilience
Conditions We Address With Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is applicable to a wide range of soft-tissue and musculoskeletal conditions. The conditions below are among those we most commonly address. Each link leads to a dedicated condition page with more detail on our full treatment approach.
Our Approach to Massage and Manual Therapy
Integrated Care, Not Isolated Sessions
Most massage clinics operate independently from medical or chiropractic care. At True Health, our massage therapists are a core part of your care team. Before your session, they have context on what you are working through and how your treatment is progressing. That context shapes every decision they make during your appointment.
This level of coordination is one of the things that separates what we do from a standalone massage studio. When your massage therapist and chiropractor are aligned, your care plan works as one system, and your body responds accordingly.
Massage and Manual Therapy Techniques We Offer
Our therapists are trained across a range of techniques. Each approach serves a specific purpose, and your sessions are built using whatever combination best supports your current goals.
Myofascial Release and Trigger Point Therapy
Hands-on techniques that locate and release tension held in the fascia and specific trigger points throughout the body. These approaches are especially effective for pain patterns, chronic tightness, and areas of restricted movement that do not respond to more general massage techniques.
Lymphatic Drainage
A gentle, rhythmic technique that encourages the movement of lymphatic fluid through the body to support immune function, reduce swelling, and promote the removal of metabolic waste. It is particularly beneficial for patients recovering from injury or surgery, managing chronic inflammation, or experiencing fluid retention and puffiness in affected areas.
Deep Tissue Massage
A targeted technique that works through superficial layers of muscle to address chronic tension, adhesions, and restricted tissue in the deeper structures of the body. Deep tissue work is well-suited for patients dealing with persistent pain, postural compensation patterns, or areas of long-standing tightness that require sustained, focused pressure to fully release.
Cupping Therapy
A suction-based technique applied to the skin and underlying tissue to increase circulation, decompress fascial restrictions, and support recovery. Cupping is often combined with massage or chiropractic care but can also be used as a focused standalone treatment for specific areas.
Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)
Specialized tools are used to assess and treat soft tissue restrictions and chronic irritation. This technique stimulates healing, breaks down stubborn adhesions, and improves mobility in areas that have become restricted through injury, overuse, or scar tissue formation.
Gua Sha
A controlled scraping technique applied to the skin using a smooth-edged tool to stimulate blood flow, break up stagnation in the underlying tissue, and reduce muscle tension and soreness. Gua Sha is especially useful for chronic tightness, restricted mobility, and areas of deep-seated tension that benefit from both circulatory stimulation and myofascial release.
Manual Traction
A hands-on decompression technique applied to the neck, back, or extremities to gently reduce joint pressure, improve range of motion, and support nervous system function. Manual traction is frequently used alongside chiropractic adjustments for an integrated approach to spinal care.
Sports Massage
A performance-focused approach that combines multiple techniques to prepare the body for activity, support recovery between training sessions, and address the specific demands placed on muscles, tendons, and joints through repetitive or high-intensity movement. Sports massage can be adapted for pre-event preparation, post-event recovery, or ongoing maintenance to help athletes stay at their best.
Swedish / Relaxation Massage
A foundational full-body technique using long, flowing strokes, gentle kneading, and rhythmic movement to reduce muscle tension, improve circulation, and activate the body's natural relaxation response. Swedish massage is an excellent entry point for new patients, a regular tool for stress management, and a complement to more intensive treatment approaches within an ongoing care plan.
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Serving Livonia, Romulus, And Nearby Detroit Communities
True Health Chiropractic serves patients from Livonia and Romulus, with local reach across the Detroit area. Our Livonia office is convenient for Redford, Detroit, Burton Hollow, Coventry Gardens, Golf View Manor, Clements Circle, Livonia Woods, Stoneleigh Village, Old Rosedale Gardens, Northville, Plymouth, Novi, and Farmington Hills. Our Romulus office also serves Belleville, New Boston, Huron Township, Taylor, Wayne, Canton, and workers near Detroit Metro Airport.
Meet Our Massage Therapy Team
Our licensed massage therapists are skilled, experienced, and genuinely invested in your outcome. Every session they provide is informed by your care plan and shaped by what your body needs at that moment. This is not a spa. It is clinical, purposeful, therapeutic care delivered by people who care deeply about results.
Katie Bigwood, LMT | Lead Massage Therapist
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Mallary Jackson, LMT | Massage Therapist
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Yes, significantly. Our massage therapy is therapeutic and clinical in focus. Sessions are built around your health history, your physical condition, and your care goals. Our therapists work alongside our chiropractic team, which means your soft tissue work is coordinated with your overall treatment plan in a way that a standalone spa simply cannot replicate.
Session length varies depending on your care plan and the techniques being used. We will give you a clear recommendation based on your specific needs during your initial visit.
No. We welcome patients who are coming to us specifically for massage or manual therapy, even if they are not currently receiving chiropractic care. That said, many patients find that combining both produces significantly better results than either on its own.
Your therapist will review your health history and the goals for your session before you begin. They will keep you informed throughout and adapt techniques based on your feedback and your body’s response. You are always in control of your comfort level.
This depends on what you are working toward. Patients in active recovery may benefit from more frequent sessions early on. Those focused on maintenance and long-term wellness often find a regular monthly or bi-monthly schedule works well. We will guide this recommendation based on your care plan.
Yes. Manual therapies like cupping, instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization, myofascial release, and manual traction are available as standalone sessions or as additions to massage or chiropractic care. Your therapist will help determine the right approach based on your current needs.
Therapeutic massage can involve some discomfort when working through tight or restricted areas, but it should never be painful. Your therapist will communicate with you throughout and adjust the pressure and technique to keep you comfortable while still achieving meaningful results.
Coverage for massage therapy varies by plan. Our team will help verify your specific benefits before your appointment so you have a clear picture of what to expect. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Humana, Aetna, United Healthcare, Priority Health, Medicare, and Auto Accident coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massage Therapy
Book Your Massage Therapy Appointment in Livonia or Romulus
Whether you are recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or looking for soft-tissue support alongside your chiropractic care, our licensed massage therapists are ready to help.
Call us at 734-261-2121 or book online to schedule at our Livonia or Romulus location.