Why Choose an ART® Certified Chiropractor?
Chiropractors go through an extensive four year post-graduate education with a specialized focus on treating the spine. The spinal column contains nerves, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. They perform therapeutic treatments called adjustments to manually manipulate joints. Some DC’s use special instruments to perform their treatments. A typical adjustment visit may last no longer than 5-10 minutes at most chiropractic clinics.
Active Release Techniques® (ART®) is a non-invasive, hands-on, movement-based soft-tissue & nerve treatment. Yes, that is a lot of hyphenated compound words. To put it simply, ART® is a patented soft tissue therapy for strains, sprains, and other musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs).
When ART is performed by a licensed Chiropractor, the combination of this specialized soft tissue therapy alongside chiropractic adjustments can be a game changer.
Here are some reasons why:
Treatment Approach:
Chiropractors who are ART® certified utilize a specialized manual therapy technique that aims to address soft tissue injuries, muscle tension, and mobility restrictions. They generally spend more time with each patient to thoroughly assess and treat the specific areas of concern.
Focus on Soft Tissue Treatment:
Licensed chiropractors with ART® certification have a significantly better understanding of the anatomy and place a greater emphasis on addressing soft tissue injuries. ART protocols are specialized manual techniques designed to break up scar tissue, release muscle adhesions, and restore proper movement patterns.
Integration with Chiropractic Care:
While ART® is a standalone soft tissue therapy, select chiropractors integrate it into their overall treatment approach. ART-certified chiropractors may combine ART® with chiropractic adjustments, rehabilitative exercises, and other modalities to provide comprehensive care.
ART® certified chiropractors like Dr. Scott Nissenbaum, DC tend to offer a more comprehensive and individualized approach, with a focus on addressing soft tissue issues alongside spinal adjustments.
Certification and Training:
Chiropractors with ART® certification have undergone specific training in Active Release Techniques®, in addition to their 4 years of chiropractic school. ART® training involves extensive coursework and practical experience to become proficient in the technique.
Personalized Care:
ART-certified chiropractors typically offer more personalized care, tailoring treatment strategies to each patient's specific condition, mobility limitations, and treatment goals.
Time Spent with Patients:
Chiropractors with ART® certification often allocate more time per patient visit, typically around 25 minutes or more, to conduct a detailed assessment, perform ART® techniques, and provide additional guidance on exercises or stretches.
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Dr. Scott Nissenbaum, DC is an Active Release Techniques® Full Body & Nerve Certified Provider. He uses his years of ART® training and experience, combined with traditional, gentle chiropractic techniques, to care for patients with tightness, pain, tingling, inflammation, restricted range of motion, muscle ache, and related symptoms.
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