Active Release Technique (A.R.T) Performed by Experienced Chiropractors

Q: What Is the Difference Between A.R.T. and Massage?

Active Release Techniques (A.R.T.) is a collection of over 500 specialized, movement-based, soft tissue treatment protocols developed by a fellow chiropractor. The goal of A.R.T. is to target and release a specific tissue, which is causing pain, to make fast and effective results. Both massages and A.R.T. are great for tight muscles, but A.R.T. is focused on being more specific in treating pain.

Q: Do You Offer Massage Therapy?

Currently, we do not offer massage therapy. We find the combination of A.R.T., dry needling, and cupping to be highly effective in getting rid of your pain. For our patients, we do have a network of massage therapist across Wichita who we find great results in working with.

Q: What Other Services Compliments A.R.T.?

We find Dry Needling and/or exercise to be incredibly beneficial when paired with Active Release Techniques. By combining various techniques in one visit, we can produce faster results than any one technique alone.

Q: Do ICTMJC Doctors Have A.R.T. Certifications?

Our doctors have many different certifications within A.R.T. to better serve the greater Wichita, Metro. Active Release Techniques certifications our chiropractors have achieved include multiple Lower Body, Upper Body, and Spine.

Content reviewed by Dr. Sam Reals, DC | ART, Active Release Techniques Upper Body Certified

Active Release Technique Being Performed by Our Chiropractors

A.R.T. (Active Release Technique) is the progression of an older and comparable approach generalized as “pin and stretch.” A.R.T. is a highly effective and efficient hands-on treatment procedure consisting of over 500 different movements to treat soft tissue structure(s).

Even though they are similar, A.R.T. is utilized by chiropractors who create tension and compression, via thumb(s), instead of a generalized hand contact as seen in “pin and stretch.”

Common Symptoms Relieved Through Chiropractic A.R.T. (Active Release Technique)

Active release treats inflamed, scarred, irritated, and tight soft tissue structure(s), which may include muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, and fascia. Through ART, our chiropractors in Wichita, Kansas can help reduce and/or eliminate various neuromuscular pains and problems. Below are some of the common ailments and diagnoses that Active Release Techniques can address.

Tension headaches
Neck pain
Tennis elbow
Sciatic nerve pain
Carpal tunnel
Shoulder pain
Shin splints
Plantar fasciitis
Low back pain
Exercise-induced pain
Joint pain
Tingling/numbness/weakness
Nerve Entrapments (Pinched Nerve)

How Our Chiropractic Clinic Can Help

Over time, improper or dysfunctional tissue can create joint compression and altered movement patterns leading to pain. A.R.T. has quickly become one of the leading treatment protocols for collegiate, professional, and Olympic level athletes world-wide. Regardless of athletic ability, many individuals experience adaptive changes within their soft tissues, often leading to pain. ICT Muscle & Joint Clinic’s chiropractors are trained in A.R.T. to better treat your array of pains and tissue dysfunction in the timeliest manner!

Custom Pain Management

Each session of A.R.T. can be different and customized to your needs. At ICT Muscle & Joint Clinic, our professional chiropractors can utilize the sizable number of treatment protocols to ensure that you have the best treatment possible.

Long-Term Benefits of Using A.R.T. (Active Release Technique)

Increases flexibility
Lower back pain reduction
Carpal tunnel pain reduction
Running injury prevention and performance improvement

At ICT Muscle & Joint Clinic, our team of professional chiropractors have observed many long-term benefits from utilizing A.R.T. If you live in the greater Wichita, KS area and want to learn more, contact our chiropractors today!