Belinda
Ironman 2005
Kona, Hawaii
ART
Active Release Techniques (ART)™
ART is a series of hands-on techniques that treat injuries to soft tissues, including muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. The ART provider uses his hands to evaluate the texture, tightness, and movement of soft tissues in order to locate and treat abnormal inflammation and adhesions (scarring).
What conditions does ART treat?
ART is especially effective with injuries due to overuse of muscles, also known as cumulative trauma or repetitive strain injury (RSI). AT can effectively treat many overuse conditions, including bak pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, headache, knee problems, plantar fasciitis, sciatica, shin splints, shoulder pain, and tennis elbow.
Why is ART effective?
ART reduces pain and restores function by treating the underlying causes of overuse injuries such as muscle imbalances and adhesions. When trauma occurs—whether from surgery, accident, habitual posture, or repetitive strain—the body’s natural response is the formation of scar tissue. Scarring causes tissues to adhere to themselves as well as other related
structures. These adhesions are responsible for pain, lack of flexibility and loss of function.
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