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Active Release Therapy

ART: Active Release Therapy

Active Release Therapy is a unique form of massage that has several uses in chiropractic therapy. Nerves, muscles, ligaments, tendons and fascia are gently moved through the use of soft tissue manipulation. The therapy is ideal when treating muscles that must constantly move in repetitive patterns. Overworked muscles are easily treated and results are often permanent.

The Benefits of Active Release Therapy and Chiropractic Care

Active Release Therapy, when used in conjunction with chiropractic care, can be effective in treating many conditions associated with overused muscles. Hypoxia (lack of oxygen), micro tears and acute conditions such as strains, tears and pulls, can all be treated with use of gentle massage and soft tissue manipulation. Athletes and individuals who must perform the same strenuous activities day after day as part of the job can receive relief with this therapy.

It can also be used to alleviate the pain and discomfort plantar fascitis, lower back pain, headaches, shoulder pain, elbow, pain, conditions involving the knee and shin splints, just to name a few. By using the Active Release Therapy, blood flow can be restored to an injured area. This increases the amount of oxygen and nutrients the injury receives and can speed up the healing process. Individuals who suffer tension headaches and neck pain associated with working at a desk all day can also be successfully treated with this therapy.

How Can ART Help?

ART works by keeping tissues pliant and flexible. It improves circulation, releases tension and increases both range of motion and flexibility. When an injury or stress occurs in a muscle, scar tissue can begin to develop almost immediately. With the use of the ART, scar tissue is minimized. Increased amounts of oxygen and nutrients carried by the blood will help strengthen and heal tissues, restoring them to their natural resiliency. While some scarring is inevitable, it will be dramatically reduced if the injury is treated as soon as it occurs.

Soft tissue manipulation and massage reduce stress and prevents swelling and inflammation from causing the area to become stiff and sore. Stress and overuse can cause muscles to begin to tighten, resulting in restricted blood flow and stiffness that limits movement and can create scar tissue within the joint. The gentle pressure used during the ART is both relaxing and rejuvenating. Manually maneuvering the tissues helps to maintain flexibility and reduce stiffness that often accompanies an injury.

Call our office today to find out how ART and the therapies associated with it can help you get back on the road to healing. Our chiropractors can use this state of the art healing therapy to help reduce pain and inflammation while at the same time, increasing your range of motion and mobility. At Nichols Chiropractic, our staff is available to answer your questions and help you make an informed decision when it comes to your personalized health care.

 


ART ACTIVE RELEASE THERAPY BENEFITS

The Benefits of Active Release Therapy (ART)

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Our Chiropractors In Manhattan Offer Active Release Therapy

Ever heard of ART therapy? No, it's not healing through watercolor and charcoal drawings (though that can help for some people!). ART stands for Active Release Therapy, and our chiropractors in Manhanttan, KS are proud to provide this innovative and effective technique as one of our many chiropractic care services

Top 5 Benefits Of Active Release Technique

The Active Release Therapy (ART) can be provided by a chiropractor or another licensed health care professional, such as a physical therapist. It's considered a specialized form of massage that includes unique and repetitive movement patterns which directly impact muscles, nerves, ligaments, tendons, and other soft tissues that may be painful, irritated, or injured. Our patients love ART, and here are a few reasons why:

  1. Increases circulation of blood and lymphatic fluid. Not only does this help bring healing cellular fluids to an area of injury, but it also helps fluids drain away from the site of injury, which can reduce swelling and inflammation. 
  2. Relieves painThe gentle yet directed active release technique relaxes tight and tense muscles, which often releases pressure on nearby nerves and other structures that are triggering pain.
  3. Minimizes and/or prevents scar tissue formation. Stress from an injury can disrupt the ability of connective tissue cells to reorganize and regenerate, which may lead to mobility-limiting scarring and adhesions. By relaxing tissues and maximizing blood flow, ART can promote improved cellular regeneration and collagen synthesis.
  4. Improves range of motion and flexibility. Got a sports injury that's limiting your physical performance? Is your job affected by your impaired mobility? ART can relieve your acute symptoms and also improve your range of motion over time, thus maximizing your function. 
  5. Enhances the beneficial effects of other chiropractic services. When provided alongside spinal adjustments, corrective exercises, and lifestyle and nutritional counseling, ART can be a pivotal factor in your rate of healing.

At Nichols Chiropractic in Manhattan, KS, our chiropractic doctors have used ART to help people achieve fast and long-lasting symptom relief from a variety of disorders, including lower back pain, neck pain, headaches, plantar fasciitis, tendonitis, shoulder pain, elbow pain, knee pain, shin splints, and more.

Are You Curious About Active Release Therapy? Learn More About This Exciting Technique With Our Manhattan Chiropractors!

At Nichols Chiropractic, our Manhattan chiropractors are committed to bringing drug-free, non-invasive, and highly effective care to their community. That's why they're proud to offer Active Release Therapy in conjunction with their other "tried and true" chiropractic services. To learn more about ART or to jumpstart a journey back to health for you or a loved one of any age, call Nichols Chiropractic today at (785) 537-2211.

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ACTIVE RELEASE THERAPY FAQ


Active Release Therapy (ART) is a soft tissue treatment that can help increase range of motion while managing pain, numbness and tingling following an injury. If you are new to ART, you may be wondering how this therapy can help treat your soft tissue injures and how it differs from other soft tissue treatments. Below, our chiropractor answers five of our patient’s most frequently asked questions about ART.

#1: What is active release technique?

ART is designed to treat problems affecting the tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. This soft tissue movement system addresses problems due to muscle overuse, including shin splints, carpal tunnel syndrome, shoulder pain, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, knee problems and tennis elbow.

#2: What is ART treatment like?

ART is a combination of examination and treatment. We will use our hands to evaluate the texture, tightness and movement of the muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. When abnormal tissues are identified, we use precisely directed tension and specific patient movements to address these tissue abnormalities. There are more than 500 specific moves that are unique to ART. These moves allow us to customize treatment to a patient’s unique pain management and injury rehabilitation needs.

#3: Why is ART effective for overuse injuries?

Overuse injuries can be due to acute conditions (e.g., pulls, tears, collisions), a lack of sufficient oxygen (hypoxia) or the accumulation of small tears (micro-trauma). Each of these factors can cause the body to produce tough, dense scar tissue in the affected area. As this scar tissue builds up, muscles become shorter and weaker. Tension in the tendons can lead to tendonitis and nerves can become trapped, causing painful tingling or numbing sensations. ART treats these overuse injuries by identifying the affected soft tissue regions and addressing the specific problem through the ART massage and manipulation protocols.

#4: How is ART different from other soft tissue treatment techniques?

ART is different from soft tissue treatments like trigger point therapy, massage therapy and ischemic compression. This is because ART uses protocols that are designed to treat very specific conditions. Consequently, the results achieved through this therapy are more predictable than other soft tissue treatments. Additionally, we may make specific lifestyle modification recommendations and at-home exercises/stretches to enhance treatment benefits.

#5: Is ART painful?

The amount of pain you experience depends on the severity of your condition and your personal pain tolerance. While the initial treatments may be uncomfortable, as treatment progresses, pain will diminish. The initial treatment session is approximately 30 minutes and includes a full consultation, history and examination. Subsequent sessions will be shorter (15 to 30 minutes). In most cases, you will experience improvement after just one session; multiple sessions will deliver the longest-lasting overall improvement for your body.

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