Active Release Techniques® (ART) in Cincinnati
Active Release Techniques® (ART) is one of the most effective ways we help patients recover from soft tissue injuries and get back to the activities they care about — faster and with lasting results.
At Norwood Chiropractic & Sports Injury Center, our doctors are certified ART providers. We use this precise, hands-on system to identify and treat the exact muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and nerves that are causing your pain or limiting your performance.
Whether you’re a soccer athlete dealing with hip flexor tightness, a runner with recurring shin or Achilles issues, or someone referred by an orthopedic surgeon for stubborn soft tissue problems, ART allows us to deliver focused care instead of generic treatment plans.
What makes ART different:
- Every session combines examination and treatment
- Over 500 specific protocols tailored to the individual
- Designed to break up scar tissue and restore normal movement
- Especially effective for overuse and sports-related injuries
Common conditions we treat with ART:
- Shoulder and rotator cuff problems
- Sciatica and nerve entrapments
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tennis/golfer’s elbow
- IT band and knee issues
- Hip flexor and groin tightness
- Running injuries and shin splints
- Carpal tunnel and repetitive strain
Our goal is simple: identify the true source of the problem, treat it precisely, and help you return to full function without unnecessary visits.
How do overuse conditions occur?
How Overuse Injuries Develop
Overused muscles and soft tissues change in three key ways:
- Acute injuries (pulls, tears, or collisions)
- Repeated small tears from overuse
- Restricted blood flow and oxygen to the tissue
These changes lead to dense scar tissue that binds down muscles, tendons, and nerves. As a result, you lose range of motion, strength decreases, and pain or nerve symptoms (tingling, numbness, weakness) often appear.
ART is designed to locate and treat this scar tissue directly so normal movement and function can be restored.
