What is Massage Therapy?

Massage therapy is manual manipulation of soft body tissues (muscle, connective tissue, tendons and ligaments) to enhance a person's health and well-being. There are dozens of types of massage therapy methods (also called modalities).

How does it Help?

We offer therapeutic and deep tissue massage at our clinic, and some health insurance companies cover massage. Our therapists provide a warm and relaxing environment with individualized treatment emphasizing areas that are in particular need. For many patients, the combination of chiropractic and/or acupuncture with massage is perfect for what ails them. We offer half hour and hour massage, and can accommodate hour and a half massages by request. Our therapists are trained in multiple techniques, including cranio-sacral, deep tissue, post-injury, relaxation and pregnancy massage.

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What to Expect

If you have never seen a massage therapist before, it is reasonable to feel nervous. We’ll explain what we are doing, check with you to make sure that you are comfortable and discuss options that feel right to you. Massage treatments are safe and highly effective. Just like starting a new workout program can make muscles temporarily sore, you may experience a bit of soreness after your first adjustment. If that happens, a few minutes with a simple ice pack over the sore area can calm it right back down.

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Meet your Neighborhood
​Massage Therapists

Michelle Crow

Massage Therapist

Michelle has been a licensed massage therapist since 2002, and has worked with us since 2004. She finds massage a rewarding career and continues to expand her knowledge through reading and seminars. She specializes in deep tissue and trigger point massage, with training also in sports massage, myofascial release and cranio-sacral technique.

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Sara Greenhouse

Massage Therapist

As part of a long shift toward sustainable wellness, Sara is pleased to be in southeast Portland offering massage at Neighborhood Chiropractic.  A native of New York's beautiful Hudson Valley, her initial massage certification was completed at the Institute of Psycho-Structural Balancing in Culver City, CA in 2009.  She loves helping each patient return from the table with less pain, better freedom of movement, rest-recovery, and muscle function.  She often uses techniques from Thai massage, structural integration, and sensory re-patterning. Sara is committed to expanding her skills to support different populations,  including therapeutic touch for oncology patients. ​

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