Active Release Therapy

Where Tension Meets Targeted Release

Active Release Therapy

Active Release Therapy is a hands-on soft tissue treatment designed to address muscle tightness, restricted movement, and areas of chronic tension. It focuses on improving how muscles, tendons, ligaments, and surrounding tissues move and function together.

ART is often integrated into chiropractic care to support mobility, reduce discomfort, and help the body move more efficiently.

What is Active Release Therapy?

Active Release Therapy is a manual therapy technique that combines precise pressure with guided movement. During treatment, specific tissues are gently tensioned while you actively move through a range of motion.

This approach helps identify and release areas of restriction, improve tissue glide, and restore normal movement patterns that may be contributing to pain or stiffness.

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Who Is Active Release Therapy Suitable For?

Active Release Therapy may be helpful for individuals who:

Experience muscle tightness or stiffness

Have repetitive strain or overuse injuries

Spend long hours sitting or performing repetitive tasks

Are physically active or participate in sport

Notice restricted movement or ongoing muscular discomfort

Treatment is always adapted to your comfort level and individual needs.

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What Does Active Release Therapy Help With?

ART is commonly used to address:

Back pain

Neck pain & stiffness

Sciatica

Disc herniation / disc bulge

Postural strain

Headaches & migraines

Whiplash

Shoulder pain & rotator cuff injuries

Hip pain

Knee pain

Sports injuries

Muscle strains & ligament sprains

Scoliosis

TMJ dysfunction

Ankle & foot pain

Rib pain

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Postpartum musculoskeletal pain

Pelvic pain

Pregnancy-related pain

The goal is to improve tissue function and movement, not just reduce pains.

What Can I Expect
During an ART Session?

During an ART session, the area of concern is assessed through movement and palpation. Targeted pressure is then applied while you move through specific motions designed to engage the affected tissue.

Treatment is typically brief and focused, and while it may feel intense in restricted areas, it is always performed within your tolerance and adjusted based on feedback.

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Our Approach to Active Release Therapy

Active Release Therapy at our clinic is integrated into a comprehensive, evidence-informed care plan.

ART may be combined with chiropractic adjustments, mobility work, and corrective exercises to support lasting results and long-term movement health.

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“Reconnected Me to My Body.”

“Postpartum, I didn’t realize how much tension I was holding or how disconnected I had become from my own body. Through care, I slowly began to feel more grounded, supported, and aware of how I move. It wasn’t just about easing discomfort—it helped me rebuild confidence in my body during a season of change.”

— Client, 34

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