Targeted, Results-Driven Soft Tissue Therapy

At SF Custom Chiropractic, our Medical Massage services go beyond relaxation. This is clinically focused soft-tissue therapy designed to treat pain, dysfunction, and movement limitations caused by injury, overuse, postural stress, or chronic conditions.

Medical massage integrates advanced deep tissue, neuromuscular, myofascial, and sports massage techniques to address the root cause of pain—not just the symptoms. Every session is customized based on your condition, goals, and physical demands.

What Is Medical Massage?

Medical massage is a treatment-based approach to massage therapy, often used alongside chiropractic care and rehabilitation. It is particularly effective for:

• Chronic muscle tightness and stiffness
• Sports injuries and overuse syndromes
• Postural strain from work or training
• Limited mobility or restricted range of motion
• Headaches, neck pain, and low-back pain
• Scar tissue and soft-tissue adhesions

When muscles, tendons, and ligaments are injured or under chronic stress, adhesions can form. These adhesions restrict circulation, limit movement, and cause persistent pain. Medical massage works to break down these restrictions, restore tissue mobility, and support long-term healing.

Medical Massage vs. Deep Tissue Massage

While deep tissue massage is one technique we use, medical massage is the strategy.

Deep tissue massage focuses on pressure.
Medical massage focuses on outcomes.

Our therapists assess movement patterns, tissue quality, and pain triggers to determine the most effective combination of techniques—whether that includes deep tissue work, trigger point therapy, cupping, IASTM, or lymphatic techniques.

What to Expect From Medical Massage at SF Custom Chiropractic

Many patients see the best results when medical massage is paired with chiropractic care.

This collaborative approach allows:

• Chiropractors to address joint mechanics and alignment
• Massage therapists to treat muscle tension, trigger points, and adhesions

Your care team communicates directly to ensure treatments are aligned, efficient, and progressive. Most patients notice meaningful improvement in pain, mobility, and recovery within just a few sessions.

Sports & Performance Medical Massage in San Francisco

Our clinic provides sports-focused medical massage for active individuals, athletes, and weekend warriors. Services include:

• Event & Pre-Competition Massage
• Post-Workout Recovery Massage
• Maintenance & Performance Care
• Injury Rehabilitation Massage

These sessions are designed to improve performance, accelerate recovery, and reduce injury risk—without unnecessary downtime.

Therapeutic & Clinical Massage Care

Medical massage is also highly effective for non-athletes dealing with:

• Desk-related tension and postural pain
• Stress-related muscle holding patterns
• Chronic neck, shoulder, or low-back pain

Each session is purposeful, structured, and tailored to how your body actually moves and responds.

Our Medical Massage Therapists

Beth Binegar

Trained at the San Francisco School of Massage, Beth specializes in Advanced Deep Tissue and Myofascial Release. As an avid runner and thru-hiker, she understands the demands of active bodies and treats accordingly.

Ryan Magner

A graduate of the San Francisco School of Massage, Ryan focuses on deep tissue, trigger point, and sports massage. His approach is clinical, communicative, and results-oriented.

Nhung Hoang Pham

Licensed by CAMTC and trained in neuromuscular massage therapy at the National Holistic Institute. Nhung is highly skilled at identifying tension patterns and restoring tissue balance.

Serhat Tongur

Ranked among the top trainers in the US and Australia, Serhat specializes in Medical Sports Massage, Cupping, IASTM, and Manual Lymphatic Drainage, delivering high-level care for complex conditions.

Maya Tate

Trained at the San Francisco School of Massage, Maya is a CAMTC-certified massage therapist who provides individualized, hands-on care. Her clinical focus includes pain management, releasing soft-tissue restrictions, and improving range of motion to support functional movement and recovery.