About Idaho Medical Massage
We Can Help You
Relieve and Manage Pain
Restore Mobility
Improve Your Quality of Life
Helping in the Treatment and Management of Pain and Dysfunction
Common Questions
What is the difference between medical massage and therapeutic massage?
While both therapeutic and medical massage use hands-on techniques to address muscle and soft tissue concerns, they serve different purposes and are structured differently.
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Therapeutic massage focuses on general wellness, relaxation, and relief from everyday muscle tension. Sessions are customized based on client preference and comfort, making them ideal for stress reduction, maintenance care, and overall well-being.
Medical massage is a clinically focused form of massage therapy used to treat/manage specific, diagnosed, or chronic conditions. Treatment is outcome-based and guided by structured protocols and includes treatment plans, often coordinated with other healthcare providers.
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Do you have to have a Physician Prescription/Referral to receive Medical Massage?
You do NOT need a physician’s prescription or referral to receive medical massage. Clients may self-refer and schedule an appointment directly based on their symptoms, pain, or functional concerns.
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A physician referral is required if:
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You plan to bill massage therapy through health insurance
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Massage is part of a coordinated care plan with a physician, chiropractor, or other healthcare provider
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A prescription is needed to meet specific insurance or legal documentation requirement
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Even without a referral, medical massage can be highly effective for both acute and chronic conditions, postural imbalances, injury recovery, and preventative care. When appropriate, we collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care and optimal outcomes—but your care can begin without delay.
Does Idaho Medical Massage Except Insurance?
Reviews
"Idaho Medical Massage is the best massage therapy in Pocatello for chronic pain from repetitive work related movement. Amber takes the time to understand your body, history and goals. Her combined healing techniques have been more effective than anyone else I have been to. Her prices are fair, and she is an excellent communicator and so easy to work with. A++"
- Lash Experience
"She’s not your run-of-the-mill massage therapist! Amber combines personalized treatment and brilliant anatomical knowledge to provide an amazing massage that actually targets the source of your pain every single time. 10/10!"
- Kassidee Lee
I have chronic neck & shoulder pain. I was looking for a massage therapist that would be able to reduce pain & improve my range of motion along with some relaxation. I’ve experienced all of these with Amber! She’s is an amazing therapeutic massage therapist with the advanced knowledge & skills I was looking for! I highly recommend Amber at Idaho Medical Massage!
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- Kacheena Shramm