Find Relief with Active Release Technique in Santa Monica

The Problem: Chronic Pain and Restricted Movement

You’re an active individual who loves to move freely—but pain, tightness, or injury is holding you back. Whether it’s a nagging shoulder issue, a stiff lower back, or discomfort in your wrists, these restrictions keep you from performing at your best. You’ve tried stretching, massage, and even pain relievers, but nothing seems to provide lasting relief.

The Guide: Active Release Technique (ART)

Imagine a therapy designed to target the root cause of your pain—not just mask the symptoms. Active Release Techniques (ART) is a specialized soft tissue method that eliminates adhesions and scar tissue, restoring complete function to your muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and nerves.

Developed by Dr. P. Michael Leahy, ART is a proven method used by athletes, office workers, and everyday individuals who want to regain mobility and live pain-free. Unlike passive treatments, ART combines practitioner expertise with patient movement, making it one of the most effective hands-on techniques for resolving soft tissue dysfunction.

The Plan: How ART Works

1. Pinpoint the Problem

An ART-certified practitioner assesses your condition by carefully palpating muscles, tendons, and nerves to locate areas of tension and restriction.

2. Break Up Scar Tissue

Using precise manual therapy techniques, the practitioner applies tension to affected areas while guiding you through specific movements. This combination effectively breaks down adhesions, improving blood flow and speeding up healing.

3. Restore Full Mobility and Function

ART is designed to free up soft tissue restrictions, relieve nerve entrapments, and enhance overall function, allowing you to move pain-free and perform at your best.

The Success: Most Common Conditions Active Release Technique Can Help

These are the most common conditions that can be treated successfully with minimal invasion using ART. However, it yields significant positive outcomes with many other soft tissues and muscular injuries and conditions.

Many athletes rely on ART to boost performance, ensuring their muscles and soft tissues function at their peak. Research and case studies suggest that ART can significantly improve mobility, reduce pain, and speed up recovery time.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Median nerve becomes compressed or pinched through the carpal tunnel at the wrist.

Frozen shoulder (Adhesive capsulitis)

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Stiff and painful shoulder with limited movement.

Trigger Fingers (stenosing tenosynovitis)

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A finger or thumb gets stuck in a bent position.

TMJ disorders

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(Temporomandibular Joint Disorders) conditions affecting the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which connects your jawbone to your skull.

Adductor Strains

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Injuries involving adductor muscles in the inner thigh are common in athletic activities but can occur in anyone.

Sciatica

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Pain radiates along the sciatic nerve, which extends from the lower back through the hips, buttocks, and down each leg.

Hamstring Strain

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The hamstrings muscles at the back of the thigh are responsible for bending the knee and extending the hip.

Your Next Step: Experience Active Release Technique in Santa Monica with Dr. Roy Nissim

If you are experiencing constant joint pain and stiffness, it’s time to experience ART with Dr. Roy Nissim, a board-certified chiropractor and certified Active Release Techniques® (ART®) practitioner in Santa Monica. Dr. Nissim specializes in treating neuro-musculoskeletal disorders, helping patients overcome chronic pain, sports injuries, and movement limitations.

Dr. Nissim combines ART with advanced chiropractic techniques, manual therapy, and therapeutic exercises for a personalized treatment plan that delivers lasting results.

Schedule Your Appointment for ART Today

Don’t let pain control your life any longer. Take the first step toward pain-free movement by scheduling a consultation with Dr. Roy Nissim. During your first visit, you’ll receive a comprehensive evaluation and customized treatment plan to address your unique needs.

Call Dr. Nissim’s office today or visit his website to book your appointment. Your journey to better mobility starts now!

Dr. Roy Nissim, DC, MS

Dr. Roy Nissim attended The University of Arizona, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in General Biology with minors in Chemistry and Athletic Coaching. His graduate work was completed at Cleveland Chiropractic College in Los Angeles, California, where he was actively involved in the Sports Council and graduated Cum Laude.

As a board certified chiropractor and certified practitioner in Active Release Techniques® (ART®), Dr. Roy Nissim is dedicated to helping individuals reach an optimum level of health and fitness through personalized treatment specifically tailored to one’s activity level and needs.

By employing ART® in conjunction with traditional chiropractic techniques and exercise rehabilitation, Dr. Roy has successfully treated acute and repetitive strain injuries in half the time of more traditional therapy methods. These results allow an individual to return to their normal activities after only several treatments.