It's an effective approach to treating soft tissue injuries and resulting pain. Chiropractors use this movement-based soft tissue technique to treat problems with nerves, fascia, ligaments, and tendons. It is designed specifically to target adhesions that result when scar tissue is formed.

Our chiropractors will evaluate the texture, tightness, and movement of your muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments, and nerves. Applying direct tension while you perform certain movements will help to relieve some of your pain.

ART works by breaking up the adhesions formed by scar tissue. Chiropractors will begin by locating these adhesions in  your body, and will then use ART to fully lengthen the affected muscle(s).

ART is frequently used by athletes to help with:

• Recurrent sprain and strain injuries
• Tendonitis or recurrent tissue inflammation of the wrists, elbows, shoulders, hips, knees, and feet
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Spinal pain and dysfunction
• Sciatica
• Chronic whiplash pain

The benefits of ART include:

• Promotes rapid recovery from injury
• Is extremely effective at improving athletic performance
• Successfully resolves repetitive pain and strains
• Is a natural treatment for inflammation and, therefore, significantly reduces your need for medication

No, the treatment itself isn't painful. However, depending on the amount of acute inflammation you are experiencing, it may fele like you are receiving a deep massage.