Active Release Therapy (ART) is a patented, hands-on soft tissue technique used to treat problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and nerves. It was developed specifically for the treatment of scar tissue and adhesion build-up: the fibrous, restricted tissue that forms after injury, overuse, or repetitive strain. An ART practitioner applies precise tension with their hands while the patient moves through a specific range of motion, breaking down the restriction and restoring normal tissue movement. At Pro-Action, our ART-certified practitioners in Ottawa and Kanata use this technique as a core component of sports injury treatment, chronic pain management, and nerve entrapment care.