Active Release Technique

What is Active Release?

Active Release Technique or ART is a hands on therapy that removes scar tissue without injurying surrounding muscles, ligaments, or nerves. To date ART is the only patented movement based on soft tissue therapy. Dr. McGraw is the first and only full body provider of Active Technique in Wilmington, NC.

What is Scar Tissue?

Scar tissue is dense, weak tissue that binds up and ties down tissues (muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves). Scar tissue will also inhibit proper joint motion.

Scar tissue occurs from:

Acute injuries
Repetitive movements
Hypoxia (tissue not getting enough oxygen)

Example of Scar Tissue

A callous is an example of scar tissue. As you know, a callous is an area of skin which has become relatively thick and hard as a response to repeated contact or pressure. Your muscles, tendons, and, ligaments will respond the same way to repeated contact or pressure.

Testimonials

I came in with a lot of foot pain, my left foot from an overuse running injury it was to the point that I could not continue completing certain workouts. I began receving care and treatment for my foot using active release therapy and stretches, over 4-6 weeks I was completely healed and able to start running and training again. Within the first 2 weeks I was able to start doing some workouts with little to no pain. Now I am pain free on the tops of my feet and continue doing the stretches.
-Christina Koch
Christina Koch, Athlete
I have been a patient of Dr. McGraw for two months with a pinched nerve in my shoulder. I was receiving traditional chiropractic treatments along with deep tissue massage. As a professional drummer of 38 years my body has taken a beating, add six car accidents and you get the picture. Active Care has not only gotten rid of my burning, tingling, sensation in my right arm but has given me better motion, abilites and isolated the problem. I highly recommend to any athlete or musician that has not had success with traditional medical techniques. Active Care will change your life.
-Lee Venters, Professional Drummer
Lee Venters, Professional Drummer
“Dr. McGraw and his staff (Mallory and Amy) have provided top Chiropractic care to me and many of my clients at Crossfit Wilmington. Since starting with Active Care I have had improved athletic performance especialy in my hips and lower back and achieved a better quality of life!”

-Josh Edwards, Manager, CrossFit Wilmington
A Better Quality of Life!