The Benefits Of ART® For Triathletes

Triathletes push their bodies to the limit by participating in endurance events that combine swimming, cycling, and running. These extreme athletes require not only physical strength and endurance but also a great deal of mental resilience to complete such grueling events. Triathlon training can put a lot of stress on the body, which can lead […]

Is Active Release Techniques Right For You?

You’re likely familiar with the field of chiropractic services in general, but there are different techniques and practices within this medical field. One specialized chiropractic treatment is Active Release Techniques. This unique form of chiropractic treatment was developed in 1984 by Michael Leahy, Doctor of Chiropractic and Aeronautical Engineer. This non-invasive technique was designed to locate […]

Treat Your Shoulder Pain With Active Release Therapy

Shoulder pain is limiting. When you experience shoulder injury caused by repetitive use or sudden acute injury, it can cause pain even once the initial injury has healed. When this occurs, the shoulder tends to become stiff and difficult to move. Shoulder pain can range from a dull ache to Shoulder pain is limiting. When […]

Can Active Release Therapy Relieve Headache Pain?

The effects of headache pain can range from annoying to debilitating, and can reduce your enjoyment of day-to-day activities. Chronic tension headaches or migraines can make it nearly impossible to function. Headache triggers may include lack of sleep, poor posture, anxiety, stress, over-use of headache medications, or hormonal imbalances. The most common cause for headaches […]

How Active Release Therapy Can Treat Sciatica

Sciatica is a painful syndrome that occurs when the sciatic nerve, the largest nerve in your body, is compressed by excess pressure in the pelvis. The sciatic nerve controls the sensors that send information from the sole of your foot up the thigh to the lower back and controls the muscles in the back of […]

Active Release Techniques For Soft Tissue Injuries

Injury to the soft tissue can be in the form of acute injury or chronic injury. An acute injury is typically caused by sudden damage such as vehicle accidents, sports injuries, or overextending the muscles, whereas chronic injury is often a result of repetitive motion or underlying conditions. When a soft tissue injury occurs, it […]

The Benefits Of ART® For Plantar Fasciitis

If you have sharp pains in your heel, especially when you first get out of bed or finish a long run, it could be plantar fasciitis. The plantar fascia is the strong band of tissue that supports the arch of your foot which can become inflamed and incredibly painful without treatment. Active Release Techniques (ART®) is a specialized […]

Ask Your Irvine Chiropractor: Can A Chiropractor Help Relieve TMJ Pain?

Do you wake up after a long sleep with neck tension, headaches, or aches and pain in your face and jaw? Do you hear pops and clicks when you open and close your jaw to speak or eat? If you answered ‘yes’ to these questions, you may be experiencing a temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. The […]

Why ART® Is An Effective Treatment For Tennis Elbow

If you are experiencing an aching pain or sudden, sharp pains between the elbow and the fingers, you may be suffering from tennis elbow. Because this condition is often brought on by repetitive motion involving the extension of the wrist or hand for two or more hours at a time, many people are at risk […]