Active people and athletes are always looking for innovative treatments to help them overcome pain, injuries, and other symptoms affecting their performance and ability to perform physical tasks. Active release technique (ART) is a successful novel treatment for soft-tissue injuries popular in gym and athlete circles.
In contrast to most other treatments, ART addresses the underlying causes of pain, discomfort, and other symptoms. By fixing the root of the problem, ART can secure better results.
So how does ART work exactly, and how long until you see the results?
How Does Active Release Technique Work?
ART is a non-invasive technique that utilizes over 500 specific moves and protocols to treat injuries of muscles, ligaments, tendons, nerves, and connective tissues. The goal of ART is to remove scar tissue and adhesions caused by overused tissues.
A typical ART session is a combination of detailed examination and adequate treatment. Unlike most other approaches, your practitioner will encourage you to make standard moves that cause pain and discomfort during your ART check-up. They will use their hand to evaluate everything from texture to movement of your muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues during this time. By doing this, they can locate the exact cause of your problems and apply direct force during these movements.
By using precise protocols, practitioners can break up scar tissue and restore adequate blood flow in the injured area, which is essential for healing.
Benefits of ART Therapy
ART therapy has become one of the most popular treatments for soft tissue injuries among athletes and active people. That’s because it can:
- Alleviate pain
- Eliminate numbness, burning, or tingling sensations
- Improve range of motion
- Decrease stiffness
- Set a foundation for stronger muscles
- Minimize muscle spasms
- Relieve headaches
What Conditions Are Treated With ART Therapy?
Art therapy aims to break up adhesions and scar tissue and restore a full range of motion. Doing that eliminates pain, stiffness, and other symptoms that prevent your performance from advancing.
You can use ART for conditions like:
- Back pain
- Joint pain
- Sciatica
- Sports injuries
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Stiff neck
- Car accident injuries
- Frozen shoulder
- Sprained ankles
- Hamstring strains
- Tennis elbow
- Rotator cuff tendinitis
- Plantar fasciitis
- Headaches
How Long Until I See the Results?
Many people experience discomfort relief even after the first session of ART. However, the full benefits take a little more time to kick in, and you can expect at least 3-6 visits before seeing good results. That’s usually 2-4 weeks, so don’t expect any overnight miracles.
The great thing about this treatment approach is that your practitioner always follows your progress and can adjust their treatment based on what they observe during the examination phase of these appointments.
Where Can I Get ART Treatment?
Dr. Scott Bolz from the Spring Chiropractic & Rehab center is a certified ART practitioner. He focuses on protocols for upper extremities, lower extremities, and the spine. With his extensive training and experience in ART protocols, he is the best choice in the Spring-Woodland area of Texas. Feel free to book an appointment and discover how this soft-tissue treatment can help you get rid of the pain.