Massage Therapy

Not sure whether you need lymphatic drainage or deep tissue massage? Our Oak Park massage therapy team breaks down the difference so you get the right treatment the first time.

By the Massage Therapy Team at Chiropractic Works Have you ever woken up feeling like your muscles were "glued" together? You try to stretch your shoulders, but they won't budge. You try to take a deep breath, but your chest feels like it’s wrapped in tight plastic. Most people call this "tension." At Chiropractic Works, we often refer to it as the Fascial Freeze. It’s not just a feeling; it’s a biological response to the stress of modern life. If you’ve been "pushing through

I see it every single day in the clinic. A patient comes in, points to a spot in their shoulder or hip, and says, "Doc, it just feels tight no matter how much I stretch." Most people think they have a muscle problem. But after thousands of exams, I can tell you: it’s usually a fascia problem. Think of fascia like a high-tech, 3D internal bodysuit that wraps around every single muscle and nerve you have. When you’re stressed, dehydrated, or sitting at a desk for eight hours, t

One of the most common questions we hear is: “Should I get a massage before or after my chiropractic adjustment?” The truth is, chiropractic care and massage therapy work hand-in-hand. When combined, they create a powerful approach to pain relief and healing. Here are five benefits of pairing these therapies together. 1. Faster Pain Relief Massage relaxes tight muscles, which allows adjustments to be more effective. Patients often feel immediate relief when both therapies are