Medical Massage vs. Spa Massage – What’s the Difference?

You may be surprised to learn that there are some big differences between a medical massage and the massages you can get at any Fredericksburg spa. When you visit Medical Massage Clinic, the experience will seem quite similar to a normal massage, but the purpose and techniques used are not the same.

Outcome-Driven

When you visit a spa, your goal is to relax. While a medical massage is designed to bring relaxation, it is also outcome-driven. A massage at our clinic is done to address a specific medical need. These treatments can cover a wide range of ailments, including chronic pain, nerve compression, poor circulation, and digestion issues.

Different Techniques

Medical massage therapists utilize a range of different techniques depending on your medical needs. Their range is often broader than a normal massage therapist, who performs a massage based on the package you pay for.

Follow-Ups

At a normal spa, you get your massage, and you leave feeling relaxed and refreshed – but you don’t go back so your massage therapist can assess the results. That is the biggest difference between a medical massage clinic and a spa. When you visit our clinic, you will return for a follow-up so we can see how the massage therapy is working and provide a more focused treatment plan.