SPORTS MASSAGE THERAPY
Treatment in Spokane that Gets you Moving Again
Massage therapy at Movement Clinic is built for people who move — and want to keep moving. Our Spokane sports massage therapists use hands-on soft-tissue work to help active individuals, golfers, and runners recover faster, reduce pain, and stay in the game.
This isn’t a relaxation massage. It’s targeted, movement-focused therapy designed to address what’s actually causing your tightness, restriction, or recurring flare-ups.
What Sports Massage at the Movement Clinic Includes:
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An initial assessment to understand your history, your goals, and what’s going on in your body
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Targeted soft-tissue treatment using a combination of massage therapy, assisted stretching, instrument-assisted soft-tissue mobilization (IASTM), and cupping
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Home care guidance to extend the benefits of your treatment between sessions
Techniques We Use
Instrument-Assisted Soft-Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)
IASTM uses specialized tools to detect and treat areas of soft-tissue dysfunction — scar tissue, adhesions, and restrictions that limit movement and contribute to pain. It’s particularly effective for overuse injuries common in runners and golfers.
Cupping
Cupping uses suction to decompress tight tissue and improve circulation. It’s often used alongside massage to address deeper restrictions and reduce recovery time.
Assisted Stretching
Pin and stretch combines muscle activation and stretching to release tight muscles and improve range of motion. It’s especially effective for hip, shoulder, and thoracic restrictions.
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Who Benefits Most from Sports Massage
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Golfers with tight hips, restricted thoracic rotation, or shoulder tension affecting their swing
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Runners dealing with IT band tightness, hip flexor restrictions, or calf and plantar issues
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Active adults recovering from sprains, strains, or soft-tissue injuries
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Anyone whose tightness keeps coming back despite rest and stretching
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Clients who want mobility-focused, fully clothed session--ask about Sports Massage + Stretch
How Our Sports Massage Therapists Work With Our Sports Chiropractors
Our Spokane massage therapists work alongside our sports chiropractors to deliver coordinated care. Massage addresses the soft tissue — the muscles, fascia, and connective tissue — while chiropractic care addresses joint mobility and movement patterns. Most patients feel real improvement through massage alone. But some problems don't resolve with soft-tissue work, because they're rooted in how you move, not just where you're tight. When that's the case, a movement assessment identifies what's actually driving the problem, and sports massage and sports chiropractic work together to fix it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need to see a chiropractor to get sports massage?
No. You can schedule sports massage as a standalone service. That said, many of our patients get the best results when chiropractic and massage are combined. Our team communicates across both sides of care. When you use medical insurance to pay for your care a diagnosis is required from a referring provider. Our chiropractors can refer you to our massage therapists if needed.
Q: How often should I come in?
It depends on what you’re dealing with. For acute issues, weekly or twice-weekly sessions can accelerate recovery. For ongoing maintenance, monthly sessions are common. Your therapist will make a specific recommendation after your initial assessment.
Q: What should I wear?
For traditional Sports Massage, wear or bring comfortable clothing you can move in--depending on the area being treated, you may need to expose that region of the body, and your therapist will use draping to keep you comfortable throughout. For Sports Massage + Stretch, wear athletic clothing you can move in--sessions are fully clothed and table-based with no need to change.
Ready to feel and move better? Schedule a sports massage appointment at our Spokane clinic.
Not sure if massage is right for you? Start with a Movement Assessment.