Active Release Technique
What is cupping therapy?
Active Release Technique (ART) is a hands-on treatment that targets tight or restricted soft tissue affecting muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia. It uses specific manual pressure combined with guided movement to address tissue that is not moving or functioning as it should.
The technique helps reduce built-up tension and improves how tissues move and stretch during activity. By restoring normal tissue motion, ART can improve flexibility and ease discomfort, with many people noticing changes soon after treatment.
Our practitioners commonly include ART as part of a personalised treatment plan. It may be combined with joint mobilisation, exercise rehabilitation, dry needling, or other hands-on therapies depending on your condition and recovery goals.
What are the benefits?
Relieves muscle and nerve pain: Targets restricted tissue that may be compressing nerves or limiting movement.
Improves mobility and flexibility: Restores normal movement patterns in affected muscles and joints.
Supports injury recovery: Commonly used for sports injuries and repetitive strain conditions.
Reduces muscle tightness: Helps release chronic tension and overworked muscles.
Improves functional movement: Enhances strength and control by restoring tissue health.
Highly targeted treatment: Focuses on the exact structures contributing to your symptoms.
Active Release Technique FAQ
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The active release technique is commonly used to support pain relief for neck and back pain, shoulder injuries, repetitive strain issues, and sports-related conditions.
It is often included as part of injury care when muscle tightness or restricted movement is involved.
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Some discomfort may be felt when pressure is applied to a tight trigger point or restricted tissue, particularly when working through active muscle movement.
Treatment is always adjusted to your tolerance and is generally well-tolerated.
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Yes. When provided by trained practitioners, the active release technique is a safe and effective form of manual therapy.
It is commonly used within structured chiropractic care and tailored to your condition and comfort level.
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Active Release Technique differs from general massage or remedial massage approaches by combining targeted pressure with active movement.
It focuses on releasing specific trigger points and restoring normal tissue movement rather than relaxation alone.
Our clinic uses myotherapy-based approaches where appropriate.
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Active Release Technique incorporates principles of myofascial release, aiming to improve how muscles and surrounding tissue move together.
This helps reduce tension and improve function in restricted areas.
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Yes. Active release therapy is commonly used as part of a broader chiropractic treatment plan to improve mobility, reduce pain, and support long-term recovery.
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Yes. By addressing restricted tissue and improving muscle activation, the active release technique can help reduce persistent tightness and improve movement patterns linked to pain or dysfunction.
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Active Release Technique is often included in injury care plans to help restore normal muscle function, improve tissue movement, and support recovery when soft tissue restriction is contributing to symptoms.
