Active Release Techniques in Jacksonville, FL
Active release techniques are a specialized manual therapy that targets soft tissue restrictions responsible for pain, stiffness, and limited movement. It is particularly effective for chronic tension in the back, shoulders, knees, or wrists, where overuse or poor mechanics create persistent irritation.
At Active Health, this therapy is more than a quick fix. We integrate ART® within a structured plan that restores mobility, improves performance, and protects long-term results. With over two decades of refinement, it remains one of the foundations of our care system for athletes and active individuals.
Looking for relief that lasts beyond the session? Schedule your appointment today and experience the difference.
What is Active Release Technique?
Active Release Techniques are a hands-on therapy used to relieve pain, restore mobility, and improve soft tissue function without medication or surgery. It targets muscles, fascia, ligaments, tendons, and nerves that have become tight or restricted due to overuse, poor movement patterns, or past injuries.
At Active Health, we use ART® as part of a structured plan that starts with a movement-based evaluation. Each session combines guided pressure with specific motions to help break down adhesions and improve the way tissues move and function.
Whether you’re recovering from a sports injury, managing chronic pain, or dealing with nerve tension, this therapy helps create the space your body needs to heal and move better.
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Conditions Active Release Technique Can Help Treat
Active Release Techniques are especially helpful for conditions caused or aggravated by repetitive strain, soft tissue tension, or nerve irritation. We commonly use ART® as part of care plans for:
Sports Injuries
Strains, sprains, and repetitive stress injuries often leave behind scar tissue that limits motion and causes lingering pain. ART® helps break down these restrictions and supports a safe return to activity.
Back Pain
Tension in the muscles and fascia surrounding the spine can increase discomfort and affect posture. ART® restores soft tissue mobility, making it easier to sit, stand, and move without strain.
Shoulder Pain
Overuse or poor posture can create tightness that limits the range of motion. ART® helps reduce tissue tension and improve flexibility without invasive methods.
Knee Pain
When soft tissues around the knee become irritated or restricted, they can affect how you walk or train. This therapy restores movement and comfort, especially when combined with corrective exercises.
Neck Pain and Migraines
Tight muscles in the neck and upper back can contribute to headaches and reduced mobility. ART® helps relieve these tensions and improve comfort in daily life.
Joint Pain
Hip, wrist, and shoulder discomfort often involves surrounding tissue that limits motion. ART® targets these areas to ease movement and reduce inflammation-related pain.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Compression or irritation in the wrist and forearm can lead to numbness, tingling, or weakness. This treatment helps improve tissue glide and reduce pressure on nerves.
Advantages of Active Release Techniques at Active Health
At Active Health, we've been applying Active Release Techniques for over two decades. We use this method with precision and purpose, integrating it into a comprehensive system designed to deliver measurable results that enhance your daily life and support long-term progress.
Here’s what makes our approach different:
Targeted, Functional Application
Each session is guided by a movement evaluation that identifies where soft tissue restrictions are limiting performance. We apply ART® only when it fits the strategy that moves you forward.
Deep Experience, Real Results
Our team has been using ART® since day one. We don’t dabble. We know when it works, how to sequence it, and how to integrate it into your full recovery.
Supports a Range of Goals
Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing postural tension, or dealing with nerve-related symptoms, ART® can be adapted to support your unique goals and lifestyle.
Efficient Recovery
ART® is a treatment that helps to reduce irritation, improve tissue glide, and enhance mobility. When integrated into our comprehensive treatment plans, it often accelerates patient recovery.
Why choose
Active Health for Active Release Techniques?
At Active Health, Active Release Techniques are not a generic manual therapy. They form the foundation of a system we’ve refined since 2005 to address real causes of pain and limited movement.
If you’ve tried ART® elsewhere without results, don’t assume it won’t work. Most clinics apply it in isolation or as part of conventional chiropractic or massage care. We use it differently, strategically integrated into a personalized plan built around your movement patterns, goals, and long-term function.
Your care begins with a detailed evaluation to understand what’s holding you back. From there, ART® is applied when it supports progress, followed by targeted therapy and training that protects results in daily life.
Start with insight, follow with action, and build results you can feel.
FAQs
What is Active Release Therapy?
Active Release Therapy is a manual treatment that targets overused or tight soft tissues. It combines movement with focused pressure to break down adhesions, restore range of motion, and relieve pain.
Is Active Release Therapy effective?
Active Release Therapy is effective, especially when used as part of an integrated treatment plan. It helps address soft tissue restrictions, nerve entrapments, and repetitive strain injuries, often improving outcomes when combined with rehabilitation and movement retraining.
Does Active Release Technique work?
Active Release Technique often works well for patients seeking relief from chronic tension or limited mobility. Many experience noticeable improvements, particularly when the technique is applied correctly and combined with complementary therapies.
Does Active Release Technique hurt?
Active Release Technique does not typically hurt, but patients may feel mild pressure or brief discomfort during treatment. The sensation is often described as “productive tension,” followed by noticeable relief and improved flexibility.
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