Why You May Need an Active Release Technique Chiropractor
ART is a patented, state-of-the-art soft tissue system and movement-based massage technique designed to treat problems involving muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and nerves. Headaches, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, shin splints, shoulder pain, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, knee issues, and tennis elbow are just a few conditions that can improve quickly and often permanently with ART. All of these problems share one thing in common: they frequently stem from overused muscles.
How Overuse Conditions Develop
Overused muscles and soft tissues typically change in three key ways:
- Acute injuries such as pulls, tears, or collisions
- Micro-trauma, the accumulation of tiny repetitive tears
- Hypoxia, or not receiving enough oxygen
Each of these factors can trigger your body to produce dense scar tissue in the affected area. This scar tissue binds together tissues that should glide freely. As it builds up, muscles shorten and weaken, tension on tendons increases—causing tendonitis—and nerves may become trapped. This can lead to reduced range of motion, loss of strength, and persistent pain. If a nerve is involved, you may also notice tingling, numbness, or weakness.
What to Expect From an Active Release Technique Chiropractor
Every ART session is a combination of examination and treatment. Using their hands, the provider evaluates the texture, tightness, and movement of muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments, and nerves. Abnormal tissue is corrected by applying precisely directed tension while the patient performs specific movements.
These protocols—over 500 individual treatment moves—are unique to ART. They allow the provider to identify and resolve the exact soft-tissue problems affecting each person. Because ART is never a one-size-fits-all method, it’s essential to seek out a certified active release technique chiropractor. All of our Spine & Sports chiropractic physicians are fully ART certified.
History of ART and Why Certification Matters
ART was developed, refined, and patented by P. Michael Leahy, DC, CCSP. Dr. Leahy observed that his patients’ symptoms often related to soft-tissue changes he could feel by hand. By closely studying how muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments, and nerves responded to different treatments, he consistently resolved more than 90% of his patients’ issues. Today he trains and certifies health-care providers worldwide to use ART safely and effectively.
At Spine & Sports Chiropractic, Dr. Dan Satchell, Dr. Josh Flohr, and Dr. Kate Althans are all certified providers. If you have questions about Active Release Technique or are searching for a trusted active release technique chiropractor, we’re here to help.
Ready to See an Active Release Technique Chiropractor?
Call Spine & Sports Chiropractic today at 406-388-1446 and let our certified team help you move and live pain-free.
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