Combining Active Release Technique (ART) and SoftWave Therapy for Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow Relief with Dr. Jeremiah Jimerson, DC, ART

Tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow are painful, frustrating conditions that can limit your ability to perform daily activities, work, or play sports. When it comes to effective, lasting relief, combining Active Release Technique (ART) and SoftWave Therapy offers a powerful, non-invasive solution. Dr. Jeremiah Jimerson, DC, ART at Fix Your Pain Charleston is fully trained and certified in both ART and SoftWave, making him uniquely qualified to help patients experience significant relief and enhanced healing for these conditions.

Understanding Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow

Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) and golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis) are both forms of tendonitis that cause pain and inflammation around the elbow. However, they affect different areas:

• Tennis Elbow: Pain is located on the outside of the elbow, often caused by repetitive motions that overuse the forearm muscles.
• Golfer’s Elbow: Pain is located on the inside of the elbow, often due to repetitive gripping or twisting motions that overuse the muscles of the inner forearm.

Both conditions involve microtears in the tendons that connect the forearm muscles to the elbow, leading to inflammation, pain, and reduced function.

Active Release Technique (ART): Myofascial Release for Lasting Relief

Active Release Technique (ART) is a specialized myofascial release technique that targets soft tissues, muscles, tendons, and fascia to address restrictions and adhesions. Dr. Jeremiah Jimerson is fully trained and certified in ART, allowing him to provide targeted, hands-on treatment to the affected areas. ART involves specific, guided movements that help break up scar tissue, release tension, and restore proper movement in the muscles and tendons around the elbow.

Key Benefits of ART for Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow:

1. Breaks Down Scar Tissue: ART effectively addresses scar tissue and adhesions in the muscles and tendons, which can reduce pain and improve mobility.
2. Restores Range of Motion: By releasing restrictions in the soft tissues, ART helps restore proper movement in the elbow and forearm.
3. Reduces Inflammation: ART helps improve blood flow to the affected area, which can reduce inflammation and promote healing.
4. Targeted, Hands-On Therapy: ART allows for precise treatment of the muscles, tendons, and fascia involved in tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow.

The Power of SoftWave Therapy for Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow

While ART works to break down adhesions and release tension, SoftWave Therapy complements this approach by promoting cellular repair, tissue regeneration, and nerve healing. SoftWave Therapy uses supersonic acoustic waves to stimulate the body’s natural healing processes, providing lasting relief from pain and supporting long-term healing.

How SoftWave Therapy Enhances ART for Elbow Pain:

1. Accelerates Tissue Repair and Regeneration: SoftWave Therapy activates stem cells in the affected area, which promotes the repair and regeneration of damaged tendons and soft tissues.
2. Reduces Pain and Inflammation: The acoustic waves help to modulate inflammation, reducing pain and swelling around the elbow joint.
3. Improves Blood Flow and Circulation: SoftWave Therapy promotes angiogenesis (new blood vessel formation), enhancing blood flow and delivering oxygen and nutrients to the damaged tissues.
4. Non-Invasive and Drug-Free: Like ART, SoftWave Therapy is completely non-invasive and doesn’t require medications, making it a safe and natural solution for those seeking relief from elbow pain.

Why the Combination of ART and SoftWave is So Effective

While ART is highly effective in breaking down scar tissue and releasing myofascial tension, adding SoftWave Therapy takes the treatment to the next level. By addressing both the structural and cellular aspects of healing, this combination provides a comprehensive approach that not only relieves symptoms but also promotes deep tissue repair and regeneration.

Here’s why combining ART and SoftWave Therapy is ideal for treating tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow:

• ART targets the muscles and fascia: ART allows Dr. Jeremiah Jimerson to address restrictions and scar tissue in the forearm muscles and tendons, restoring mobility and reducing pain.
• SoftWave Therapy promotes cellular healing: SoftWave Therapy stimulates stem cell activation and enhances blood flow, supporting the body’s ability to heal damaged tissues at the cellular level.
• Faster, more lasting relief: Patients often experience quicker recovery and longer-lasting relief when ART and SoftWave Therapy are used together, as the therapies address both the surface and underlying causes of pain.

What to Expect During a Combined ART and SoftWave Treatment

During a combined ART and SoftWave Therapy session, Dr. Jeremiah Jimerson will first perform ART on the affected area, using targeted, hands-on techniques to release tension and break down adhesions in the muscles and tendons around the elbow. This helps to restore normal movement and alleviate pain.

Next, Dr. Jimerson will apply SoftWave Therapy to the affected area. The supersonic acoustic waves penetrate deep into the tissues, promoting blood flow, reducing inflammation, and activating the body’s healing response. Patients typically feel a mild sensation as the waves target the injured area, but most find the treatment comfortable and relaxing.

The Benefits of Combining ART and SoftWave Therapy

By addressing both the musculoskeletal and cellular aspects of healing, the combination of ART and SoftWave Therapy provides numerous benefits for patients with tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow, including:

• Enhanced pain relief without drugs or injections
• Improved mobility and range of motion in the elbow, forearm, and wrist
• Reduced inflammation and scar tissue formation, preventing further injury
• Accelerated recovery time, allowing patients to return to work, sports, or daily activities faster
• Long-lasting results that go beyond symptom relief, supporting overall elbow and arm health

A Non-Surgical Solution to Elbow Pain

For those suffering from tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow who want to avoid surgery or invasive treatments, the combination of ART and SoftWave Therapy provides an effective, conservative solution. Both therapies are safe, drug-free, and non-invasive, making them ideal for patients seeking a natural approach to recovery and pain relief.

Get Relief from Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow at Fix Your Pain Charleston

If you’re struggling with tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow and are ready to experience a comprehensive, drug-free approach to healing, Dr. Jeremiah Jimerson, DC, ART at Fix Your Pain Charleston is here to help. With his specialized training in both Active Release Technique (ART) and SoftWave Therapy, Dr. Jimerson provides targeted, effective treatment that addresses both the symptoms and root causes of elbow pain, helping you get back to the activities you love.

Fix Your Pain Charleston
761 Saint Andrews Blvd
Charleston, SC 29407
Phone: 843.873.6004

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