Auto Injury Massage Beaverton
Car accidents can impact your body for decades to come if you don't seek proper medical care immediately. Even auto accidents as slow as 5mph can cause unseen damage to your internal structures. Auto injury massage in Beaverton has been shown to increase healing time, and decrease pain and inflammation. People who receive regular Beaverton auto injury massage experienced less pain one year later than those who did not.
beaverton auto injury massage
Auto accidents greatly impact the body. Whiplash can occur at speeds as slow as 5mph, and occurs when the neck is quickly sent forward, and then whips backwards. Symptoms of whiplash include headaches, neck pain, head, shoulders, back, and arms. Some people may also experience dizziness, difficulty focusing, muscle spasms, nerve injuries, the sensation of pins and needles, troubles sleeping, a stiff neck, and tenderness in the affected areas.
Many people also report lower back pain after a car accident. The seatbelt puts uneven pressure on our hips and low back in the event of an accident, resulting in an imbalance as your body attempts to reach homeostasis afterwards. We'll use massage therapy techniques such as Swedish massage, therapeutic massage, and potentially deep tissue massage techniques to induce a deep state of relaxation, calm the vagus nerve, and get deep into the muscle and fascial tissues. That being said, we typically won't use deep pressure during your massage, as that's usually contraindicated after a car accident.
We start each Beaverton auto injury massage with an in-dept intake to really discover what happened and how we can best help you. Working with your primary care provider or referring Chiropractor, we'll create a custom plan to address the musculoskeletal issues that are causing you pain. Massage therapy will also decrease inflammation throughout the affected areas, giving you more range of motion and flexibility. Depending on your health history, we may also use cupping therapy. We'll check back in every few weeks to make sure we're on track and making good progress with the goal of getting you back to your pre-accident self.
Prescription required. $43.75 per 15 minute unit. Please bring with you the auto insurance company name, policy number, address and phone number; incident claim number, date of accident, and the adjustor's name and phone number. All prices on website listed as cash payment at time of service.
Who is Auto Injury Massage in Beaverton For?
Auto Accident Massage FAQs
What is auto injury massage?
Auto injury massage is a type of therapeutic massage focused on treating muscle and soft tissue injuries that occur after a car accident. Even low-speed collisions can place sudden force on the body, often leading to tension, inflammation, or restricted movement in areas such as the neck, shoulders, back, and hips. Massage therapy after an auto accident focuses on reducing muscle tension, improving circulation, and supporting the body’s natural recovery process. Treatment is typically customized based on the specific injuries and symptoms a person is experiencing.
How can massage help after a car accident?
Massage therapy can support recovery after an accident by addressing muscle tension and soft tissue strain that often develop following impact. Common benefits may include:
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reducing muscle tightness
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improving circulation to injured tissues
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supporting mobility and range of motion
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helping the nervous system relax after trauma
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reducing headaches or neck stiffness
Massage is often used as part of a broader recovery plan that may also include medical care, physical therapy, or chiropractic treatment.
When should you get massage after a car accident?
The appropriate timing depends on the type and severity of your injuries. Many people begin therapeutic massage once they have been evaluated by a healthcare provider and acute injuries such as fractures or severe inflammation have been ruled out. Some clients begin treatment within days or weeks of the accident, while others seek massage later when muscle tension and stiffness begin to appear. Early treatment can sometimes help prevent tension patterns from becoming more chronic.
What injuries can massage help after a car accident?
Massage therapy is often used to support recovery from common soft tissue injuries after a car accident. These may include:
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whiplash-related neck tension
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shoulder and upper back strain
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lower back discomfort
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muscle stiffness from bracing during impact
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headaches caused by neck tension
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restricted movement in the spine or hips
Massage focuses on supporting muscle recovery and improving movement rather than treating structural injuries such as fractures.
Is massage therapy covered after an auto accident?
In many cases, yes. Massage therapy may be covered through Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) insurance claims when it is part of a treatment plan for accident-related injuries. Coverage varies depending on the insurance provider and the specific details of the accident claim. Documentation or referrals from healthcare providers may sometimes be required. At Earth Breath Massage, MVA claims may be accepted for clients receiving treatment related to car accident injuries.
How many sessions do you need after a motor vehicle accident?
The number of sessions varies depending on the severity of the injury and how the body responds to treatment. Some people need only a few sessions to reduce tension and restore movement, while others benefit from ongoing care while the body heals from more significant soft tissue strain. Recovery from car accident injuries is rarely immediate. Consistent treatment often helps the body gradually return to normal movement patterns.
Why do injuries from a car accident sometimes appear days later?
It’s common for symptoms to appear hours or even days after an accident. Immediately after a collision, the body releases adrenaline and other stress hormones that can temporarily mask pain. As those chemicals settle, muscle stiffness, inflammation, and restricted movement may become more noticeable. This delayed response is why many people begin to feel neck or back discomfort a few days after the accident rather than immediately. Early evaluation and appropriate care can help prevent these symptoms from becoming long-term issues.
