Active Release Technique Therapy Seattle

What is Active Release Technique therapy and how can it help my injuries?

Active Release Technique (ART) therapy which is also referred to by the acronym ART, is a massage-based treatment technique for adhesions and scar tissue. Aimed to treat problems such as headaches, carpal tunnel syndrome and other inflammatory disorders, this massage technique releases nerve and blood vessels trapped beneath adhesions through movement of the tissues. Because scar tissue and other adhesions build up around overused or injured muscles, the muscles eventually become weaker which changes the function and movement of the joints. Eventually as the nerves become compressed and the blood supply decreases, one begins to experience limited movement and pain. This is where Active Release Technique therapy comes in.

Created and patented by P. Michael Leahy, DC, CCSP, ART has more than 500 specific motions, movements and massages to help treat patients. After observing and feeling patients’ soft tissue and the issues and problems they were experiencing, Dr. Leahy was able to create this effective massage treatment.

Active Release Techniques engage the patient to become active in their physical therapy treatment

Patients who participate in Active Release Massage Therapy at Kinetic Sports Rehab are treated by licensed and certified professionals with a history of specialization in soft tissue massage and treatment in Seattle. Not only are active release technique providers put through rigorous training on the anatomy of the body as well as soft tissue treatment techniques, but they are also encouraged to participate in continuous education. This enables them to keep up to date on new techniques and massage to better provide for patients. Active Release Technique courses are conducted all over the world and focus on areas such as lower and upper extremities, spine and nerve entrapment.

Active Release Therapy is not only performed by a specialist, but the patient as well. Early stages of the treatment process requires massage pressure from the physician to break up and remove the adhesions; however, as treatment progresses, the patient is asked to step in and participate in his or her treatment. The idea behind this dual treatment methodology is that patients who are actively participating in their treatment and wellbeing will experience faster and better results.

Choose the Premier Active Release Techniques therapy provider in Seattle!

For patients seeking physical rehabilitation via Active Release Technique in Seattle, there is only one choice! Kinetic Sports Rehab is one of Seattle’s best options for Active Release Massage treatment. The center has a certified provider of Active Release Technique treatment who specializes in pain patterns, repetitive strain issues and sports injuries in Seattle. By using a safe, noninvasive treatment process to help patients live a pain free lifestyle, Kinetic has a high success rate for patients of all ages.

If you are suffering from a sports-related injury such as tennis elbow, a frozen shoulder, whiplash, or car accident injury, Kinetic Sports Rehab is Seattle’s choice for active release therapy and massage for athletes and injury patients. Since ART is commonly used to treat scar tissue-related injuries, many athletes use this treatment. Uses can include treatment of shin splints, shoulder injuries, tendonitis and other over-use conditions which include muscles tears and pulls. Kinetic Sports Rehab is a leader in sports physical therapy in Seattle as well as Active Release Technique Therapy. Each session typically lasts 20 to 30 minutes and is specialized to each patient’s specific needs.

Contact Kinetic Today For a Free Active Release Technique Consultation!

Thinking about giving Active Release Technique a try? You may be pleased to know that an estimated 90 percent of users are able to experience a pain free and active lifestyle thanks to the ART process and regular massage appointments. Through KSR’s specifically tailored treatment process that follows the fundamentals of ART, Active Release Therapy has treated many of our patients with great success. Whether it is used to help treat stiff muscles, slow down the body’s aging process or treat a sports, car accident, or workplace related injury, Active Release Therapy is an effective technique to treat many muscle and motion-related issues. To get more information on Kinetic Sports Rehabs Active Release Technique therapy please call our Seattle physical therapy center at (206) 547-0707 or click the button below to request an appointment today!

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