Many massage therapy techniques have been developed over the centuries to combat a variety of problems seen by the Chiropractors of Irvine Spine and Sport. Several of these techniques are used extensively by our doctors and their staff of therapists. One of the most renowned and effective is the active release technique. Active release therapy was first created a little over 30 years ago. It focuses on relieving pain and introducing mobility back from injuries resulting from overuse.
The typical treatment involves the doctor applying precise tension in combination with specific patient movements. Treatment is an interactive process involving both the doctor and the patient. Therefore, every Active Release Technique treatment session is a unique combination of both examination and treatment. No two sessions are alike as they are composed to target and cure the specific ailment causing the patient pain.
Muscles play an important role in both stabilizing and moving the joints of the body. One of the most debilitating forms of muscle dysfunction is a muscle spasm which is the body’s response to protect an injured body part from further harm. Injuries that result from over-used muscles often respond well to the Active Release Technique, a soft-tissue treatment method that often provides immediate and dramatic results.
The reason it works well with overuse injuries is that these injuries cause scar tissue to build up near the distressed region. Active release therapy works to break up and get rid of the scar tissue as it is not as optimal as regular tissue.
Once the area is free from scar tissue, the patient will experience relief, increased strength, and greater mobility. Headaches, low back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, surgery scars, shin splints, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, iliotibial band (ITB) friction syndrome, rotator cuff problems, knee pain, and tennis elbow are just a few of the many conditions that can be resolved quickly and effectively with this treatment. This technique is a patented, state-of-the-art soft tissue (muscles, ligaments, fascia, and nerve) therapy system.
Patients often notice an improvement in their levels of pain, flexibility, and strength within seconds of completing their very first treatment. For some people, one treatment is enough while for others they may need up to 3 different visits to get full relief. The majority of people only need 3 or fewer treatments.
Check with your insurance provider before scheduling an appointment to see if it is covered.
Anybody experiencing pain, especially pain caused by overuse could benefit from this treatment. Could you benefit from a session of active release technique? If so, call us to learn more about ART, or schedule an appointment today!
