Therapeutic Massage for Chronic Pain, Injury, and Recovery

Therapeutic massage offers more than just relaxation—it serves as an effective method for easing discomfort, enhancing mobility, and promoting overall wellness. Our massage team in American Fork at Body Balance Massage and Float specializes in personalized treatment techniques tailored to your body’s specific needs. Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, recovering from an injury, or aiming to boost performance after exercise, our skilled therapists use proven methods that produce real results. Combining modern massage techniques with traditional healing practices, we provide a well-rounded approach to support both physical and emotional recovery.

A Personalized Treatment Plan for Pain Management

Everybody is different—and so is every treatment plan. When you come in for your first therapeutic massage, we assess your goals, areas of concern, and any health history relevant to pain management. Our licensed massage therapists then tailor a session specifically for your needs, combining deep tissue, Swedish massage, relaxation massage, and modern tools such as cupping massage and scraping massage. This personalized approach ensures that each session brings noticeable results, not just temporary relief.

We focus on restoring blood flow, enhancing circulation, and decreasing muscular adhesions so that your body can heal more effectively. A regular schedule of therapeutic massage can also help maintain improvements over time, preventing relapses and reducing your reliance on medications.

Deep Tissue Massage: Targeting the Root of Tension

One of the most commonly requested forms of therapeutic treatment is the deep tissue massage. This massage works by applying firm, consistent pressure to reach the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue. It’s designed to break up adhesions, loosen knots, and address chronic muscular tightness that causes discomfort or limited mobility.

Unlike basic spa massages, deep tissue sessions are intentional and goal-driven. The focus isn’t just on relaxation—though deep relaxation often results—but on making structural and functional changes in the muscles. If you’re an athlete or someone who performs repetitive physical tasks, this can help you recover faster and perform better.

Cupping Massage: Boosting Circulation and Recovery

Cupping massage is an ancient technique that uses suction cups placed on the skin to create negative pressure. This approach lifts layers of soft tissue and stimulates blood flow, helping to reduce inflammation and flush out toxins. While it may leave temporary marks, the benefits are significant—especially for workout recovery, injury massage, and chronic pain relief.

In your therapeutic massage session, our skilled therapists may include cupping as part of your treatment plan. It’s particularly effective in improving recovery from overuse injuries or reducing scar tissue buildup. Clients often report a lighter, looser feeling in the treated areas and improved range of motion.

Scraping Massage (Gua Sha): Breaking Up Scar Tissue

Another technique used in therapeutic massage is scraping massage, also known as Gua Sha. This method involves using a smooth-edged tool to gently scrape the skin in a specific direction. It helps release muscle knots, promote circulation, and relieve pain by breaking up fascia and encouraging lymphatic drainage.

Ideal for those suffering from repetitive strain, chronic pain, or mobility limitations, scraping massage can be a valuable addition to your recovery journey. Although it may appear intense, when performed by a skilled therapist, the treatment is controlled and highly effective.

Injury Massage for Recovery and Rehabilitation

If you’ve recently experienced a strain, sprain, or other physical trauma, injury massage can be a vital step in rehabilitation. Our therapists work to assess the stage of injury and apply the appropriate techniques to support healing without aggravating the affected tissues. We use gentle mobilizations at first, then progressively add techniques like deep tissue, cupping, or scraping based on your specific needs.


Massage in the injury phase is about more than pain relief—it’s about helping you return to your normal activities with strength and stability. Your feedback, pain tolerance, and recovery goals guide each therapeutic massage session.

Chronic Pain Relief Through Consistent Massage Therapy

Millions of people live with chronic pain, often without a clear diagnosis or long-term solution. Our therapeutic massage practice focuses on offering sustainable support for these individuals. Whether your pain stems from an autoimmune condition, fibromyalgia, sciatica, or lifestyle-related tension, we create a space for healing.

By improving blood flow, softening muscle tissues, and calming the nervous system, massage therapy offers real, measurable benefits. Clients who commit to regular massage therapy often report reduced flare-ups, less dependency on painkillers, and better sleep.

Workout Recovery: Treat Muscles with the Care They Deserve

For athletes, fitness enthusiasts, or anyone beginning a new workout regimen, therapeutic massage can make a dramatic difference in performance and injury prevention. After intense physical activity, your muscles experience microtears and inflammation that can cause soreness and stiffness. A therapeutic massage session accelerates recovery by stimulating blood flow, flushing lactic acid, and calming overstimulated nerves.

Techniques such as cupping massage, deep tissue, and scraping can be tailored into your post-workout routine. This not only shortens recovery time but also keeps the muscles and joints flexible, reducing your risk of injury in the long run.

Relieving Stress and Supporting Emotional Health

Pain isn’t always physical. Emotional stress can manifest in the body as muscle tension, shallow breathing, and sleep disturbances. Our therapists understand the deep connection between body and mind. We incorporate soothing techniques from Swedish massage and relaxation massage to bring the body into a parasympathetic state—what we call "rest and digest."

By decreasing cortisol levels and promoting deep relaxation, therapeutic massage becomes a powerful support for your emotional health. It’s a time to disconnect from daily stress and reconnect with yourself in a meaningful way.

Meet Our Licensed Massage Therapists

Our team of licensed massage professionals are not only certified in multiple modalities—they’re passionate about helping you heal. Every therapist brings a thoughtful approach, deep knowledge, and clear communication to ensure you feel safe, heard, and respected. From your first consultation to your last stroke of massage, you’ll experience personalized care that adapts to your evolving needs.

Our skilled therapists know how to apply just the right amount of pressure—from gentle strokes that soothe to firm, focused work that reaches deep layers of tissue. You’re never just another appointment on the schedule; you’re a whole person with goals, challenges, and potential for healing.

Schedule Your Therapeutic Massage Today

Don’t wait for pain to take over your life. A therapeutic massage at Body Balance Massage and Float can help you move more freely, sleep more deeply, and live more comfortably. Whether you’re addressing injuries, seeking chronic pain relief, or investing in long-term pain management, we’re here to support you.

Book your therapeutic massage session today and discover the difference of professional, personalized care that puts your health and healing first. We welcome you to experience a new level of comfort, clarity, and confidence in your body—one session at a time.

Other Services We Offer:
- Spa Treatments