Building a Healthy Routine: How Often Should You Get a Massage?
Massage therapy isn’t just a way to relax, it’s an important part of maintaining a healthy, functional body. At Focus on Health Chiropractic, we believe in helping our patients move, feel and live better by supporting the body’s natural ability to heal. Massage therapy plays a key role in that mission, working hand in hand with chiropractic care to keep your body balanced and pain-free.
One of the most common questions I hear is, “How often should I get a massage?” The answer depends on your health goals, activity level and lifestyle. Whether you’re managing pain, staying active or simply looking to support long-term wellness, finding the right frequency for your massages can make a major difference in how your body performs and feels.
Massage as Part of Functional Health
Massage therapy does more than ease tension, it addresses soft tissue restrictions, improves circulation and supports joint mobility. When combined with chiropractic adjustments, massage enhances the body’s ability to stay in alignment by helping muscles relax and lengthen.
This combination creates a foundation for true functional health. By addressing both the musculoskeletal and nervous systems, massage and chiropractic care work together to restore balance, reduce pain and promote overall well-being.
At Focus on Health Chiropractic, we view massage as a proactive part of a healthy lifestyle, not just a treatment when something hurts.
Pain Relief, Recovery, and Performance
If you’re recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain or training regularly, massage therapy can accelerate healing and enhance performance.
A weekly massage can help reduce inflammation, release muscle tension and interrupt pain cycles. As symptoms improve and your body stabilizes, you may transition to biweekly or monthly sessions for maintenance.
Athletes and active individuals often benefit from biweekly massage sessions, and during intense training or competition periods, scheduling a weekly session can help prevent overuse injuries and speed up recovery.
Your therapist can tailor sessions to focus on specific muscle groups under stress, ensuring your body stays resilient, balanced and ready for movement.
Stress Relief and General Wellness
Even if you’re not dealing with pain, regular massage offers lasting benefits for stress management and overall health. Massage helps regulate the nervous system, lower stress hormones, improve sleep and enhance mood.
For general maintenance, a massage every 3–4 weeks helps prevent tension from building up and supports a balanced, healthy body.
At Focus on Health Chiropractic, we believe in staying ahead of pain by using massage to keep your body moving freely and feeling its best every day.
Listening to Your Body
Everybody responds differently to massage therapy. The best indicator of how often you need a session is how you feel between visits.
You might notice it’s time for your next massage when:
You start feeling tightness or reduced mobility
You experience headaches or jaw tension
Your sleep or stress levels decline
You notice imbalances or feel less energetic
Pay attention to these cues, and work with your massage therapist and chiropractor to adjust your schedule as your body changes.
How Massage and Chiropractic Work Together
At Focus on Health Chiropractic, we believe true health comes from balance—between movement, structure and recovery. Massage and chiropractic care complement each other perfectly.
Massage therapy relaxes muscles and improves soft tissue flexibility, making chiropractic adjustments easier and longer-lasting. Meanwhile, chiropractic care restores joint alignment and nerve flow, enhancing the benefits of massage.
Many patients find that receiving a massage before their chiropractic adjustment helps the body respond more effectively, allowing for smoother motion and deeper relief. Together, these treatments support optimal function and long-term health.
Creating a Sustainable Routine
Consistency matters more than intensity. Even shorter, focused sessions can make a big difference when done regularly.
If weekly sessions don’t fit your schedule, talk with your therapist about combining different types of care. For example you can alternate between full-body and targeted treatments, or pair massage with corrective exercises recommended by your chiropractor.
Over time, a consistent massage routine helps your body correct muscle imbalances, reduce tension and move with greater ease. Think of it as ongoing maintenance for your health, just like staying active, eating well and getting enough rest.
The Bottom Line
There’s no universal answer to how often you should get a massage, but everyone benefits from regular care. The key is to find a schedule that supports your goals, lifestyle and unique body needs.
At Focus on Health Chiropractic, our goal is to help you achieve lasting health, not just temporary relief. By integrating massage therapy with functional chiropractic care, we help your body stay balanced, resilient and ready for life.
Ready to Feel and Move Better?
If you’re ready to make massage therapy a regular part of your health routine, we’re here to help. At Focus on Health Chiropractic, our licensed massage therapist and chiropractic team work together to create personalized treatment plans that support your body’s unique needs. Whether you’re recovering from pain, training hard or simply looking to stay well, we’ll help you find the right rhythm of care to keep you functioning at your best.
Call our office at 573-777-5900 or book here for your next massage!