Veteran Benefits in McAllen, TX
Learn how you may be eligible to receive massage therapy and other benefits through your VA healthcare provider.
Learn How to Get a ReferralHow to Access Your Massage Benefits
This 3-step process can help you get a referral for massage therapy.
1. Talk to Your Physician
Speak with your primary physician at the VA about your conditions (e.g., back pain, stress). Ask if massage therapy is a suitable treatment for you.
2. Get a Referral
If approved, your physician will place a referral. The VA Community Care department will then contact you to coordinate your treatment.
3. Choose Your Provider
Community Care will ask where you want to go. Suggest one of the trusted local providers listed on this site to begin your therapy.
Recommended McAllen-Area Providers
When the VA Community Care office contacts you, we recommend suggesting one of these trusted local massage therapy clinics.
Explore Our McAllen Veteran Guides
In-depth information to help you access all your available benefits.
Massage Therapy for Veterans
Learn how massage therapy helps with pain, stress, and more, and how to get a referral in McAllen.
Learn More →VA Community Care Program
Understand the VA Community Care program in McAllen, including eligibility and how to use local clinics.
Learn More →Pain Relief & Stress Management
Explore therapies and strategies for pain relief and stress management available to McAllen veterans.
Learn More →Additional Texas Benefits
Learn about the wide range of state-level benefits for Texas veterans, in addition to federal programs like massage therapy.
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A guide to state-level programs and how they work with your VA-referred healthcare benefits.
Massage for Veterans in McAllen
Therapeutic massage is a clinically-proven benefit that can help veterans manage a wide range of physical and mental conditions.
About This Website
VeteransBenefitsMcAllen is an informational resource dedicated to helping veterans in the McAllen area learn about potential healthcare benefits, with a focus on massage therapy.
This is an independent website and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs or any other government agency.