Complementary Care for Physical Therapy in Richmond, VA

Enhance your recovery. Support your strength. Increase your mobility.

Physical therapy is essential for recovering from injuries, surgeries, or chronic conditions, and massage therapy can help support your progress while in physical therapy or be used for maintenance after being discharged from PT.

At Richmond Sports Massage, we work hand-in-hand with your physical therapist to help reduce pain, restore mobility, and accelerate your progress.

What Is Complementary Care for Physical Therapy?

Complementary care refers to treatments that support and enhance the effectiveness of your primary medical care. In this case, massage therapy works alongside physical therapy to help your body heal more efficiently and comfortably.

Our experienced massage therapists collaborate with clients who are undergoing or have recently completed physical therapy for:

  • Sports injuries
  • Post-surgical rehabilitation
  • Chronic pain and inflammation
  • Mobility and range of motion issues
  • Tendonitis, bursitis, and overuse injuries

Massage therapy is not a replacement for physical therapy. It’s a powerful addition to it.

The Benefits of Massage Therapy as a Physical Therapy Companion

Massage therapy supports your physical therapy goals by:

  • Reducing inflammation and swelling in healing tissues
  • Increasing micro circulation, which delivers oxygen and nutrients to recovering areas
  • Relaxing overcompensating muscles that may be working overtime
  • Improving joint mobility and flexibility
  • Breaking up scar tissue and adhesions
  • Alleviating pain and tension to make physical therapy exercises more comfortable

The result? You feel better between appointments, recover faster, and move more freely with each session.

How Massage Therapy Supports Each Stage of Rehabilitation

Whether you’re early in recovery or rebuilding strength, our targeted massage techniques can provide support at every phase:

Early Stage (Inflammation & Pain Relief)
  • Gentle lymphatic drainage and light tissue work to reduce swelling and ease discomfort
Mid Stage (Mobility & Flexibility)
  • Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation, Instrumental assisted soft tissue mobilization, Myofascial release, stretching, and massage to improve range of motion and tissue elasticity
Late Stage (Restoration & Performance)
  • Deep tissue and sports massage techniques to optimize movement, address lingering or chronic trigger points and help prevent re-injury
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Complementary Care Backed by Research

Clinical studies have shown that combining massage therapy with physical therapy leads to better outcomes. According to the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, patients who received massage alongside PT reported greater pain relief and faster functional improvements than those who did PT alone.

Massage therapy is also recognized by the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) as an effective adjunct treatment for rehabilitation, recovery, and pain management.

Why Richmond Clients Choose Richmond Sports Massage for Complimentary Care

At Richmond Sports Massage, our team understands the biomechanics and etiology of conditions we commonly work with. We take a focused, therapeutic approach to massage that aligns with your rehab goals, not a one-size-fits-all service.

  • We specialize in working with post-surgical clients and athletes in recovery
  • Our therapists communicate with clients’ PTs (when requested) to coordinate care
  • Each massage session is designed to optimize recovery without overloading the body

You’ve worked hard in physical therapy. We help you finish strong.

Let’s Support Your Healing Together

Whether you’re still in physical therapy or transitioning out of it, massage therapy can help you stay on track and feel your best.

Book a session with Richmond Sports Massage and experience the benefits of complimentary care for physical therapy in Richmond, VA.

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Athletic Recovery & Performance 
Clinical Massage Therapy 
Complementary Care for Physical Therapy
The Benefits of Clinical Massage Therapy for Pain Management
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Monday–Sunday
By appointment only.
2226 West Main Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 353-8100
richmond sports massage logo
Athletic Recovery & Performance 
Clinical Massage Therapy 
Complementary Care for Physical Therapy
The Benefits of Clinical Massage Therapy for Pain Management
ReviewsGift Certificates
Monday–Sunday
By appointment only.
2226 West Main Street
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 353-8100