Active Release Technique
Active release technique, also known simply as ART, is a patented soft tissue technique used to treat issues with muscles, ligaments, tendons, fascia and nerves.
What Conditions Can Be Treated with Active Release?
As its name suggests, it is a movement-based style of massage focused on the soft tissue systems of the body, and it is used to treat issues with muscles, ligaments, tendons, fascia and nerves.
This modality is used to resolve a number of conditions, including:
Headaches
Back pain
Shoulder pain
Shin splints
Knee problems
Plantar fasciitis
Sciatica
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Tennis elbow
What Will I Experience During an ART Treatment Session?
First, your ART treatment provider will conduct an examination of the muscles / tendons / fascia / ligaments / nerves, noting their tightness and texture, as well as their movement.
If any abnormalities are noted, the treatment provider will apply a specific combination of tension and movement to the affected area(s).
How Did I Injure My Muscles or Tendons to Begin With?
Most of the problems we correct via ART are because of overused muscles / soft tissues that have pulls or tears (acute conditions), an accumulation of small tears (micro-trauma) or not getting enough oxygen (hypoxia).
When these damages occur, your body responds by creating tough, dense scar tissue in the affected area. Scar tissue adversely impacts other tissues, restricting their movement and causing them to weaken. Nerves can become trapped, and tendonitis can occur. You may notice tingling, numbness, weakness, a reduced range of motion and pain—if you have any / all of these symptoms, we encourage you to call us right away for an appointment.
Massage and Wellness Services
Massage Therapy
Relax & Rehabilitate with Massage from Barrie RMT
Massage therapy is a professional, non-sexual, regulated health care option that has been proven to prevent, maintain, regulate and augment the physical function of the body, as well as relieve pain.
Registered massage therapists focus on manipulating the soft tissues and joints of the body, and you will experience relief from discomforts caused by stress, muscular overuse and chronic pain syndromes.
Acupuncture
Medical Acupuncture in Barrie
Acupuncture is used to promote the body’s natural healing mechanisms by inserting fine needles at key points.
As acupuncture is a medical art that has been around for many, many generations, different approaches to learning and practicing it exist. Medical acupuncture is acupuncture that is performed by a doctor trained and licensed in Western medicine and who has specialty practice training in acupuncture.
Orthotics
Custom Orthotics in Barrie
Though they look similar to insoles you can buy in a store, custom orthotics are much more sophisticated than this. They are biomechanical medical appliances that are made specifically to correct your foot imbalance and bring your body into proper alignment.
Huronia Chiropractic & Wellness Centre (HCWC), along with The Orthotic Group's custom orthotics, helps rebalance your feet, reducing pain and discomfort by enhancing your body's natural movements.
Direct Billing
We offer direct billing to most extended health care and automotive insurance.
Book an Appointment with Direct Billing at Huronia Chiropractic today.
