Medical Massage – The Castro

Treatment-Focused Massage in The Castro Targeted, clinical care for pain relief, recovery, and better movement. Our Castro massage services focus on treating musculoskeletal pain and movement limitations through precise, goal-driven care. Sessions are designed for results—not relaxation—and are often coordinated with chiropractic treatment when appropriate.

What Is Medical Massage?

Medical massage is a treatment-based approach to massage therapy that addresses specific pain patterns, injuries, and mobility restrictions rather than general relaxation.

Unlike relaxation massage, this form of care:

  • Focuses on functional problem areas
  • Is guided by clinical assessment
  • Supports injury recovery and pain management
  • Complements chiropractic and rehabilitation care

Each session is customized to how your body moves and what will most effectively restore function.

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Conditions Commonly Treated

Patients visit our Castro office for help with:
Neck pain

Neck and upper-back tension

Neck pain

Low back pain and stiffness

hip and glute tightness

Hip, glute, and hamstring tightness

Sports and gym-related muscle injuries

Sports and fitness-related injuries

Repetitive strain from desk and computer work

Desk-related repetitive strain

Postural imbalances and movement restrictions

Postural and movement imbalances

Recovery support alongside chiropractic care

Recovery support during chiropractic care

Care is focused on restoring movement quality—not masking symptoms.

Our Approach to Treatment-Focused Massage

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Soft-tissue care at SF Custom Chiropractic is clinical and purposeful.

Your session may include:

  • Targeted soft-tissue techniques
  • Myofascial release and trigger-point work
  • Deep tissue treatment when appropriate
  • Movement and joint assessment
  • Integrated care planning with chiropractic services

Treatment is adapted throughout the session based on your response.

What to Expect at Your First Visit

1

Review of symptoms, history, and goals

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Assessment of movement and tissue restriction

3

Focused treatment session

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Clear guidance on next steps if needed
We are a time-based practice and do not bill insurance, allowing us to prioritize quality care without insurance constraints.

Conveniently Located in The Castro

Our Castro clinic serves patients from The Castro, Noe Valley, Mission District, Duboce Triangle, and surrounding neighborhoods.

  • Central location on Market Street
  • Easy access by foot, bike, and public transit
  • Chiropractic and massage care coordinated in one location

Castro Clinic
2215 Market St
San Francisco, CA 94114
(415) 763-1571

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Is This Treatment-Focused Massage Right for You?

This type of care is ideal if you experience persistent pain, stiffness, or movement limitations, train regularly, sit for long hours, or prefer efficient, results-driven treatment over a spa experience. If you’re unsure, you’re welcome to check availability or contact us with questions before booking.