Active Release Techniques (ART) is a highly effective, cutting-edge soft tissue treatment that addresses issues with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and nerves. It’s a top choice in sports medicine, trusted by every MLB and NFL team, and widely used by U.S. Olympic athletes.

How Active Release Techniques Can Help You

The gold standard for soft tissue injuries.

  • What it is: A patented, state-of-the-art movement-based soft tissue manual therapy system. We diagnose and treat problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and nerves by applying deep tension while guiding the patient through specific, controlled movements.

How it helps you: ART quickly and permanently resolves pain and symptoms caused by scar tissue and restrictive adhesions that build up from injury or overuse. It restores full range of motion, improves nerve function, and is essential for athletes and individuals dealing with repetitive strain injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome, plantar fasciitis, and chronic back pain.

Common Conditions We Treat with ARTOur office successfully treats many common injuries using ART, including:


  • Neck and Back Pain

  • Shin Splints

  • Rotator Cuff Injuries / Shoulder Pain

  • Runner’s Knee

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

  • Plantar Fasciitis

  • Tennis Elbow


    • Elite ART Care at Keating ChiropracticYou can be confident you’re receiving the highest quality ART treatment available. Both Dr. Mitchell Keating and Dr. Brandt Blixt are fully certified Active Release Providers. Dr. Keating has over 225 hours of hands-on training and holds the prestigious “Elite Provider” recognition, a distinction held by only 450 healthcare providers in the United States. Dr. Blixt also brings his expertise to our ART services, ensuring comprehensive care for our patients.