In my case, the nerve damage from a roadside explosion causes me to develop numerous trigger points in the muscles of my back. I have to get injections to relieve them--anywhere from 16 to 20 injections per week for three consecutive weeks, and they usually return within three to four months.

I know massage treatment has definitely improved my quality of life and overall comfort when I have been able to afford it. But since most massage therapists in my home area charge anywhere from $80 to $150 per one-hour session, it is a financial burden that is extremely hard to bear on a fixed disability income.

--"K.", 25 years old, Iraq war veteran