Soft Tissue Therapy

Relieve pain, relax tight muscles, and support healing

Promote Healing Through Targeted Muscle Work

Soft tissue therapy is designed to release tension, reduce pain, and help your body recover from injury. By improving circulation and restoring movement, this hands-on technique enhances the effectiveness of chiropractic care and speeds up healing.

Benefits of Soft Tissue Therapy:

  • Eases muscle tightness and spasms

  • Improves flexibility and range of motion

  • Boosts blood flow to injured areas

  • Helps relieve stress and muscular fatigue

  • Supports recovery from chronic or acute injuries

Techniques We Use:

We tailor every session to your needs using a combination of:

  • Massage to relax the muscles and calm the nervous system

  • Assisted stretching to restore movement and release tension

  • Trigger point therapy to target specific areas of deep pain or restriction

Common Conditions Treated:

  • Neck and back pain

  • Tendonitis

  • Ligament injuries

  • Repetitive motion injuries

  • Muscle soreness from overuse or stress

  • Pain from postural dysfunction

  • Jaw pain and TMJD

Looking for soft tissue therapy in Ithaca?

Whether you’re recovering from injury or dealing with chronic tension, this approach offers lasting relief. While soft tissue work is already part of our chiropractic sessions, we’ll soon be offering full-length therapeutic massage appointments with a licensed massage therapist.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it painful?

Some techniques may be intense on tight areas, but we always adjust pressure based on your comfort level.

How many sessions will I need?

It depends on your condition. Some patients feel better after 1–2 sessions; others benefit from an ongoing care plan.

Can I receive this treatment if I don't want to be adjusted?

Yes, we always accommodate patient comfort levels and no part of our treatment is mandatory.

Is massage the same as soft tissue therapy?

Massage is one technique within soft tissue therapy, but the full approach includes a broader range of hands-on methods like assisted stretching and trigger point work. All are designed to relax muscles, alleviate pain, and support healing.

Ready to feel better?

We’re currently accepting new patients and offering soft tissue therapy in Ithaca. Book your session today.