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Proficiency at ART takes a long time to develop. Training is hands-on. The right touch is the most difficult aspect to learn, and takes a strong commitment of time, effort, and resources.

ART should only be provided by an ART-certified, soft-tissue specialist, who has been trained in all the ART clinical protocols and treatment techniques. To receive training in Active Release Techniques, an ART practitioner must already be a trained medical specialist such as a:

 Chiropractor

 Physiotherapist

 Registered Massage Therapist

 Occupational Therapist

 Sports Medicine Practitioner

The actual training for Active Release Techniques is divided into several modules: Upper Extremity, Lower Extremity, Spine, Biomechanics Certification, Long Tract Nerve Entrapment Courses, Active Palpation, Diagnosis, and Master ART Courses. Even then, after taking all of these initial courses, it takes 2 to 3 years of practice for the practitioner to develop a high level of proficiency.

So, in this and other books, when we speak about achieving 90% success rate with ART, we are referring to practitioners who have taken all these courses, who have taken the time to develop clinical experience, and who have maintained their annual re-certification.

When you search for an ART practitioner, take the time to verify that they have official and current ART certification, and that they are certified for treating the area of your injury. For example, someone with a lower extremity certification will not be able to help you with a wrist injury. For more information, check the official ART website (www.activerelease.com) for a list of ART Certified practitioners in your area.