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Medical Massage Therapy in Drexel Heights, AZ

Licensed massage therapists find what is driving your pain, treat it with targeted technique and adjust the plan at every visit, at our clinic on North Oracle Road in Tucson.

  • 4.9 Stars, 430 Reviews
  • Licensed Therapists
  • Pain and Injury Plans
  • Serving Drexel Heights

How Medical Massage Therapy in Drexel Heights, AZ Works

Medical massage is hands-on treatment for one defined problem, such as a low back that locks up or a neck that will not turn. It is not a spa visit: every session follows a plan your therapist sets, checks and changes as you improve.

  • Pinpoint the Problem

    We map where it hurts, how it started and what sets it off.

  • Match the Technique

    Methods are picked for the tissue involved, firm or gentle.

  • Measure the Change

    Each visit is compared with the last, and the plan follows.

Therapist using forearm and hand pressure along a patient's upper back during deep tissue work

Pain and Conditions We Treat

Most patients come to us with pain that keeps returning or movement that has quietly shrunk.

  • Low back pain from lifting, yard work or long drives
  • Neck and shoulder tension, including tension headaches
  • Hip and leg tightness that shortens your stride
  • Muscle strain from sports, the gym or physical work
  • Lost range of motion after an injury

Already seeing a physical therapist or physician? Tell us when you book, and your therapist will plan around that care.

Treatment, Not a Spa Day

"If you're looking for a relaxing time at the spa, go somewhere else. If you want methodical massage treatment by deeply knowledgeable massage therapists, Novum is second to none."

Eric H., Google Review

"I came in with a lot of tight, achy muscles and left feeling noticeably better with improved mobility."

Geoff H., Google Review

"Another excellent massage. Shoulder and neck pain much improved."

Ed M., Google Review

4.9 from 430 Google reviews

Techniques Your Therapist May Combine

Every method below is performed at our clinic. Your therapist chooses the mix that suits your problem.

Neuromuscular Therapy

Focused work on the muscles behind a specific pain pattern.

Trigger Point Therapy

Sustained pressure on knots that send pain elsewhere.

Myofascial Release

A slow, held stretch into the tissue that wraps muscle.

Deep Tissue Massage

Firm strokes that reach the deeper muscle layers.

Cross-Fiber Friction

Work across the grain of a muscle to loosen stubborn spots.

Cupping Therapy

Suction cups that lift tissue rather than press into it.

Assisted Stretching

Your therapist guides you into stretches you cannot reach alone.

Joint Mobilization

Gentle, controlled movement for joints that feel stuck.

Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Light, rhythmic strokes that follow lymph pathways.

Craniosacral Therapy

Very light touch around the head, neck and spine.

Sports Recovery Massage

Sessions timed around your training and events.

Getting Here From Drexel Heights

Our clinic sits on North Oracle Road in Tucson, between Ina Road and Orange Grove Road. From Drexel Heights, most of the trip is a straight run on the interstate.

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Novum Medical & Sports Massage

6700 North Oracle Road
Tucson, AZ 85704

Phone: (520) 809-6955


  • Head east on Valencia Road or Ajo Way to I-19 north.
  • Follow I-19 onto I-10 west, toward Phoenix.
  • Exit at Orange Grove Road or Ina Road and drive east to Oracle Road.

What to Expect at Your First Session

The first session sets the baseline for everything after it. You leave knowing what your therapist found and what the plan is.

  1. 1

    Tell Us What Hurts

    Where the pain sits, when it began and what makes it worse.

  2. 2

    Hands-On Assessment

    Your therapist checks posture, movement and the tissue involved.

  3. 3

    Focused Treatment

    Time goes to the areas that matter, with pressure checks as you go.

  4. 4

    A Plan for What Comes Next

    A suggested visit rhythm and simple care for the days after.

Licensed Therapists Who Listen First

Every medical massage here is performed by one of our licensed massage therapists. Reviews name the same habit again and again: they ask about your goals, then put the work where it is needed.

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FAQ About Medical Massage Therapy in Drexel Heights, AZ

How far is your clinic from Drexel Heights, AZ?

Our clinic is at 6700 North Oracle Road in north Tucson, between Ina Road and Orange Grove Road. From Drexel Heights, head east on Valencia Road or Ajo Way to I-19, follow it north onto I-10 west, then take the Orange Grove Road or Ina Road exit east to Oracle Road. Most of the drive is on the interstate.

How is medical massage different from a regular massage?

A regular massage is mostly about relaxing. Medical massage starts with a specific problem, such as a stiff low back or a shoulder that will not lift, and your therapist chooses techniques to treat it. Each visit is compared with the last so the plan can change as you improve.

Is medical massage covered by insurance?

It depends on your plan and the reason for treatment. Some plans may cover medical massage. Ask our team about your plan when you book, so you know where you stand before your first session.

Do I need a referral from a doctor or physical therapist?

Many patients book on their own, and others come to us on the advice of a physical therapist or physician. If you are already being treated for an injury, tell your therapist so the massage supports that care.

How many medical massage sessions will I need?

That depends on the problem, how long you have had it and how your body responds. A recent strain may settle in a few visits, while pain that has built up over years usually takes a series. Your therapist suggests a schedule after the first visit and adjusts it as you go.

Will I be sore after a medical massage?

Focused work on tight areas can leave them tender for a day or two, much like after a hard workout. Your therapist checks in on pressure throughout and keeps it within what you can tolerate. Water and gentle movement afterward help.

Do you offer massage for athletes and active adults?

Yes. We offer Pre-event Massage to prepare muscles, plus Post-event Massage and Sports Recovery Massage to help them settle afterward. Your therapist can time sessions around your training or game days.

Start Medical Massage From Drexel Heights

Tell us where it hurts and what you want to get back to. Your first session is built around that.

6700 North Oracle Road, Tucson, AZ 85704
Serving Drexel Heights, Tucson and nearby communities

Call us: (928) 862-7793