Posted by Dana Rindal on Fri, Apr 01, 2011 @ 04:22 PM
Many patients come to our Seattle office specificially for Active Release Technique (ART). So we sat down with our Seattle Chiropractor, Kevin Rindal, DC to ask him what its all about.
I have seen ART at Ironman events. What exactly is it?
ART is a patented, state of the art soft tissue system/movement based massage technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. Headaches, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, shin splints, shoulder pain, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, knee problems, and tennis elbow are just a few of the many conditions that can be resolved quickly and permanently with ART. These conditions all have one important thing in common: they are often a result of overused muscles.
What is ART Treatment Like?
Every ART session is actually a combination of examination and treatment. The ART provider uses his or her hands to evaluate the texture, tightness and movement of muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments and nerves. Abnormal tissues are treated by combining precisely directed tension with very specific patient movements.
These treatment protocols - over 500 specific moves - are unique to ART. They allow providers to identify and correct the specific problems that are affecting each individual patient. ART is not a cookie-cutter approach.
What kind of injuries can ART effectively treat?
ART and another similar technique called Graston Technique can effectively treat soft tissues injuries such as sprain/strains, Plantar Fasciitis, Knee Pain, Hip Pain, Shoulder Pain, Tennis Elbow, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Neck and Back Pain. It is really a new and effective way to approach common injuries that hold so many of us back from not only the activities that we enjoy, but our daily life activities.
Is ART covered by insurance?
Many insurance plans do cover ART and Graston. Contact us today and we can help determine if your plan will cover the treatment. (206-315-7998)
Do I need a referral to see a chiropractor?
Great question that we often get. The answer is no, you don't need a referral! Chiropractors are considered primary access physicians.