Real relief from chronic muscle tension.
Our licensed massage therapists use slow, firm pressure to reach deeper layers of muscle and fascia — releasing the adhesions and scar tissue that cause persistent pain and restrict movement. Combined with chiropractic care for faster, longer-lasting results.
Monroe and Shreveport — both ready for you.
Two Mayfield Chiropractic offices serving Northeast and Northwest Louisiana. Same licensed massage therapists, same same-day availability.
Dr. Gregory Mayfield
With 31+ years of chiropractic practice in Louisiana, Dr. Mayfield has built an integrated care model where licensed massage therapists work alongside chiropractic adjustments — relaxed muscles hold adjustments longer, and targeted soft-tissue work accelerates healing.
- Licensed massage therapists working alongside chiropractic care
- Non-surgical, drug-free approach to chronic muscle pain
- Accepts most insurance and Medicare
- Combined chiro and massage plans for lasting relief
Targeting the layers that other therapy misses.
Deep tissue massage uses sustained pressure to work through superficial muscle layers and reach deeper tissue — breaking up adhesions, releasing chronic tension, and restoring circulation to areas that have been starved of blood flow. When combined with chiropractic adjustments, results are significantly enhanced.
Pressure that reaches the source.
Unlike relaxation massage, deep tissue therapy targets the structural causes of chronic pain — tight fascia, knotted muscle fibers, adhesions from old injuries. Patients often feel a meaningful difference within the first few sessions.
Releases chronic tension
Deep pressure breaks up the muscle fiber adhesions that cause persistent tightness — the kind that stretching alone cannot resolve.
Speeds injury recovery
By increasing circulation and breaking up scar tissue, deep tissue massage shortens recovery time for both acute injuries and chronic conditions.
Enhances adjustments
Relaxed, pliable muscles hold chiropractic adjustments longer — making the combination of massage and chiro more effective than either alone.
"Friendly staff, no long waits, and an honest plan — not an endless package of visits."
— Verified patient"Professional, clean office and a doctor who clearly knows what he is doing."
— Verified patient"Genuinely listens. You can tell he has been doing this a long time and cares."
— Verified patientDeep tissue massage — what to expect
What is deep tissue massage?
Deep tissue massage uses slow, firm pressure and friction techniques to reach deeper layers of muscle and fascia. Unlike relaxation massage, it specifically targets chronic muscle tension, adhesions, and scar tissue that cause pain and restrict movement.
Is deep tissue massage painful?
Deep tissue massage can cause some discomfort during the session, particularly in areas of significant tension — but this is different from sharp or injury pain. Most patients describe it as "productive discomfort." A good therapist will work within your tolerance and adjust pressure throughout the session.
How is deep tissue massage different from regular massage?
Regular relaxation massage uses lighter pressure and focuses on general stress relief. Deep tissue massage uses sustained, deeper pressure to target specific problem areas — chronic tension, scar tissue, and adhesions in deeper muscle layers.
How many sessions do I need?
Most patients notice improvement after 2–3 sessions. Chronic conditions typically benefit from ongoing treatment — often weekly or bi-weekly sessions combined with chiropractic care. Your provider will recommend a plan based on your specific condition.
Can deep tissue massage help with back pain?
Yes. Deep tissue massage is one of the most effective manual therapies for chronic back pain. It addresses the muscular component — tight muscles, adhesions, spasm — while chiropractic care addresses the spinal component. Together they treat both causes of back pain.
Stop working around the pain.
Call either office for a same-day appointment. Our therapists work alongside our chiropractors for comprehensive care.