Cumulative trauma (repetitive strain) injuries result in symptoms such as aching, burning, numbness and tingling. ART has a proven success rate exceeding 90% with repetitive strain conditions. ART helps treat the adhesions formed after soft tissue injury which is a natural consequence of the inflammatory process of tissue healing. These soft tissue adhesions often lead to a loss of function and can result from a variety of processes including:
Acute injuries: sprains, strains, tears etc.
Micro-trauma: the cumulative build-up of microscopic tears
Hypoxia: soft tissue deprived of oxygen
Friction: inadequate relative motion between soft tissues
ART treatment uses over 500 precise movement patterns with directed tension to break up adhesions. This helps restore proper tissue movement and releases entrapped nerves and blood vessels typically leading to rapid resolution of symptoms and restored function.
ART works well in conjunction with other rehabilitation techniques such as physical therapy, intramuscular stimulation (IMS) and massage therapy in Ottawa . A comprehensive assessment will help determine the optimal course of treatment.
