Massage & Cupping Therapy

At Advanced Wellness Chiropractic in Bridgeton, our on-site licensed massage therapist offers deep tissue massage, sports massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, Swedish relaxation massage, and cupping therapy. Trigger point therapy here is hands-on pressure applied by the therapist, with no needles or injections. Each session is customized to your needs and goals.

Yes. Cupping may be added to a massage session when it fits your goals and health history. Suction cups are placed over selected muscles for a limited time. Temporary circular redness or darker marks are common and may remain for several days. Tell the therapist about blood-thinning medication, a bleeding disorder, skin irritation, infection, or possible blood clot before treatment.

Sessions are available in 30-minute, 60-minute, and 90-minute options. Your therapist will recommend the ideal duration based on the areas being treated and the complexity of your condition. A 60-minute session is the most common choice for therapeutic work.

Coverage varies by plan and by how the service is provided. Massage and cupping are offered by an independent on-site massage provider, so do not assume they are covered under your chiropractic benefits. Contact Melody and your insurance plan before the visit if coverage is important to you.

Yes, when both services are appropriate for your goals and health history. Some patients prefer massage and chiropractic care on the same day, while others schedule them separately. Combining services does not guarantee a particular result, so each provider will make recommendations within their own scope.

Frequency depends on your condition and goals. Patients managing acute pain or recovering from an injury may benefit from weekly sessions initially, then transition to every two to four weeks for maintenance. Those seeking general wellness and stress relief often do well with monthly sessions.

Deep tissue massage uses slow, sustained pressure to target deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue, making it ideal for chronic tension and adhesions. Sports massage incorporates faster-paced techniques like stretching, compression, and joint mobilization matched to the demands of athletic activity. Both are available at our Bridgeton, MO office and can be customized to your needs.

Massage may help some people when neck and shoulder muscle tension contributes to a headache. Migraine and new, severe, or unusual headaches need appropriate medical evaluation, and results from massage vary. Tell your provider about vision changes, weakness, fever, head injury, or a sudden worst-ever headache.

You undress only to your comfort level. Our licensed massage therapist uses professional draping techniques so only the area being worked on is exposed. Many patients keep their undergarments on. Your comfort and privacy are always respected at Advanced Wellness Chiropractic.

Massage may be considered for selected muscle soreness and movement limitations after an accident, but significant trauma should be medically evaluated first. Timing and pressure depend on the injuries, symptoms, medications, and any imaging or specialist recommendations.