ART  is a soft tissue management system developed by P. Michael Leahy, D.C., -  a chiropractor in Colorado Springs, Colorado.  He utilized his background in aeronautical engineering and anatomy to effectively treat soft tissue problems, which were not responding to other traditional treatments.

The goal of ART is to restore optimal texture, motion, and function of the soft tissue and release any entrapped nerves or blood vessels.  This is accomplished through the removal of adhesions or fibrosis in the soft tissues via the application of specific protocols.  Adhesions can occur as a result of acute injury, repetitive motion , and constant pressure or tension.  ART eliminates the pain and dysfunction associated with these adhesions.

The types of conditions successfully treated with ART is very diverse.
Some of the more common conditions are:

• Carpal tunnel and other peripheral nerve entrapments
• Spinal pain and dysfuntion
• Tendonitis and other soft tissue inflammatory disorders of the hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, knee, ankle, and foot
• Sciatica, TMJ, recurrent sprains and strains

To become proficient in ART, it takes approximately two years of working with patients once a provider has taken the courses and passed the required examinations.  Providers must attend annual update seminars to maintain their credentialed status and keep current of any new protocols and research.  There are three courses offered by ART: Spine, Upper Extremity and Lower Extremity.  Dr. Robinson is certified in all three ART courses as well as having completed the Masters Course.  He is also a member of ART's Elite Provider Network (EPN).  He is one of the most highly certified ART providers in the state of New Mexico. 

If you would like to learn more about ART, contact Dr. Robinson or visit the ART website.