Active Release Technique in Greeley, CO
Active Release Technique (ART) is a patented, non-invasive soft tissue treatment that pinpoints and breaks down the scar tissue and adhesions causing your pain. At Acupuncture Chiropractic Center in Greeley, CO , we use ART to relieve the stiffness, weakness, and numbness that often come with repetitive stress injuries.
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What Is Active Release Technique?
Active Release Technique is a specialized, hands-on therapy designed to treat problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and nerves. Over time, overused tissues can develop dense scar tissue and adhesions that restrict movement, reduce flexibility, and trap nerves, leading to pain, stiffness, weakness, numbness, and physical dysfunction.
ART works by locating these areas of scar tissue and breaking them down through precise, targeted movements. By restoring the smooth, natural function of the affected tissue, ART can relieve symptoms that other treatments often miss, helping patients in Greeley and Evans regain comfort and mobility.
Who Can Benefit from ART?
Active Release Technique is especially effective for repetitive stress injuries, which are common among office workers, athletes, and anyone who performs the same movements day after day. If you’re dealing with conditions like carpal tunnel symptoms, shin splints, tennis elbow, or chronic muscle tightness, ART may be the solution you’ve been looking for.
As with all of our care, we tailor ART treatment to your specific condition and combine it with our other services when appropriate. Many patients pair ART with chiropractic adjustments and massage therapy for a comprehensive approach to recovery, and it can play an important role in healing from personal injury and work-related injuries.
To learn whether Active Release Technique is right for you, contact our Greeley office today at (970) 330-2171.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Active Release Technique used for?
ART is used to treat soft tissue problems caused by scar tissue and adhesions, including pain, stiffness, weakness, and numbness. It’s especially effective for repetitive stress injuries.
Is Active Release Technique painful?
You may feel some pressure or discomfort as the practitioner works through areas of scar tissue, but the sensation is temporary. Most patients find the relief that follows well worth it.
What conditions respond well to ART?
ART can help with repetitive stress injuries such as carpal tunnel symptoms, tennis elbow, shin splints, and chronic muscle tightness, as well as injuries from accidents and work.
How is ART different from massage?
While both work on soft tissue, ART uses precise, targeted movements to break down specific scar tissue and adhesions, whereas massage focuses more broadly on relaxing muscles and improving circulation. The two can complement each other.
How many ART sessions will I need?
It depends on your condition. We tailor every treatment plan to the individual and focus on relieving your symptoms efficiently.
How do I schedule an ART appointment?
Call our Greeley office at (970) 330-2171 or request an appointment online, and our friendly staff will help you get started.