Active Release Technique is a patented, state-of-the-art soft tissue movement system that has been developed, refined, and patented by P. Michael Leahy, DC, CCSP. It’s the proven method for the breakdown of scar tissue and has become the gold standard in soft tissue treatment. Used by millions of professional athletes, celebrities, weekend warriors, and desk jockeys to stay pain-free.

How it works:

Locate the scar tissue using hands

Make contact with the scar tissue

Brings a muscle through its maximum ROM

Breaking the adhesion down to be absorbed by the body

This will free up the muscle allowing it to perform its job properly

Leading to pain relief

ART can help treat:

Muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and nerves

Headaches

Back Pain

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Shin splints

Shoulder pain

Sciatica

Plantar fasciitis

Knee problems

Tennis elbow

and many others…

*Please note that every patient is different. The content and tips displayed on this page are for educational purposes only, and do not substitute for medical advice. Please consult with a medical or healthcare provider, such as Dr. Phipps, for specific diagnosis and treatment advice. Williamsville, NY 14221 Chiropractor

Sit-ups have been a staple of many fitness programs. However it has been know for quite sometime in the rehab community that sit-ups place a tremendous amount of stress on your low back. The dangers of sit-ups have finally hit mainstream with the Canadian Armed Forces removing it from their fitness test and now a push for it to be removed from the Navy fitness test. To read more about the dangers of sit-ups and alternative exercises check out this Wall Street Journal article titled, Why You Can Stop Doing Sit-Ups by Rachel Bachman.

Having pain during exercise is a big red flag that should be checked out. Please click the button below to ask any questions you may have or call our office 716-629-3100. The faster you have a diagnosis the faster you can get back to a pain free life and avoid permanent injury.

*Please note that every patient is different. The content and tips displayed on this page are for educational purposes only, and do not substitute for medical advice. Please consult with a medical or healthcare provider, such as Dr. Phipps, for specific diagnosis and treatment advice. Williamsville, NY 14221 Chiropractor