When Once a Month Isn’t Enough—What to Do When Your Body Needs More

Massage once a month is a powerful health habit — but sometimes your body needs more than maintenance. Learn why monthly massage may not be enough for injury recovery or pain relief. Discover when your body needs more—and how an Intensive Series can fast-track your healing.

You’ve stuck to your monthly massage habit. You show up, unwind, and walk out feeling more grounded. But lately, it’s not enough.

Your discomfort lingers longer than it used to. Recovery feels slower. And that relief you used to count on? It fades too fast.

If that’s your current reality, you’re not alone — and you’re not doing anything wrong. In fact, this is a sign your body may be asking for more than maintenance care. It’s calling for a shift.

Monthly sessions are an incredible foundation for long-term wellness.

Why Monthly Massage Isn’t Always Enough

Monthly sessions are an incredible foundation for long-term wellness. But when your body is navigating acute pain, injury, or a high-stress season, 30 days between sessions might stall your progress — or even set you back.

When you’re in recovery mode, flare-up mode, or full-on crisis mode, bailing out the boat once a month doesn’t stop the leak. You need support that meets your body where it’s at — consistently and responsively.

Signs You Need More Than Monthly Massage

These are not “wait and see” moments. These are “step in and support” situations. Consider the shift if:

• You’ve had a recent injury or flare-up, and simple tasks feel exhausting

• Your sciatica has become severe enough to disrupt sleep and focus

• You’ve emerged from a stretch of heavy stress — work, caregiving, grief

• You’re preparing for surgery, an athletic event, or a major transition

These instances aren’t just about feeling better. They’re about moving better, sleeping better, and recovering faster. Spacing sessions out too far can keep your body in a holding pattern.

The Science Behind Session Frequency

Both research and lived experience point to one conclusion: massage therapy is significantly more effective when sessions are consistent and closely spaced. That’s especially true for:

• Inflammation-related conditions like tendonitis or plantar fasciitis

• Acute muscle or nerve issues

• Nervous system burnout from stress, trauma, or high-demand living

The goal isn’t more sessions forever — it’s more support when your body truly needs it.

Accelerate Healing with the Intensive Series

That’s why I created the Intensive Series — a focused, results-driven massage plan for clients in need of momentum, not just maintenance.

Here’s how it works:

• 8 sessions total — buy 6, get 2 free

• Delivered on a schedule that meets your current recovery needs

• Structured around a measurable outcome, tailored to your condition

This isn’t about offering a “deal.” It’s about creating a structure that supports real change. The Intensive Series offers a path to visible progress — from one session to the next.

The Intensive Series is about creating a structure that supports real change.

What Clients Are Saying

Clients who’ve taken part in this kind of focused care report real transformation:

“David Holden is unique among massage therapists in the area because of the time, preparation, and extraordinary intuition that he gives to each massage client.” — Glen C.

“David is a skilled and intuitive massage therapist. He listens to your concerns and tailors each session to your needs. Highly recommended!” — Satisfied Client

They don’t just feel better. They function better. They move through their days with less pain and more possibility.

Invest in Your Health Without Breaking the Bank

The Intensive Series is more cost-effective than scheduling eight individual sessions — and far less expensive than weeks of missed work, ER visits, or ongoing medication.

With flexible payment options available, it’s an investment in healing that doesn’t have to strain your finances.

Explore the Intensive Series

When your body’s asking for more, you deserve a plan that rises to the occasion.

Explore the Intensive Series and take the first step toward faster recovery, greater resilience, and sustainable wellness.