Active Release Techniques (ART): Upper Extremity Level 1 Asia
Description
ART Upper Extremity Level 1 provides evidence-based instruction of the necessary skills to detect and treat soft-tissue anomalies and dysfunctions of the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, and the surrounding structures. Throughout the seminar, attendees review the muscle and soft-tissue structures of the upper extremities, and how to evaluate and appropriately treat the disorders using the ART Diagnostic Algorithm and 59 manual protocols. Upper Extremity Level 1 techniques can be used to treat a broad list of dysfunctions, including frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome and other soft-tissue dysfunctions.
Available Course Credits
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AOTA | 15.00 | |
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APTA Alaska | 1.50 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 |
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APTA Arizona | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 |
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APTA Arkansas | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 |
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APTA Colorado | 15.00 | Expiring on November 5, 2025 |
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APTA Connecticut | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 |
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APTA Georgia | 15.00 | Expiring on January 9, 2026 |
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APTA Kansas | 15.00 | Expiring on January 1, 2026 |
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APTA Kentucky | 15.00 | |
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APTA Massachusetts | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 |
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APTA Michigan | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 |
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APTA Missouri | 15.00 | Expiring on January 7, 2026 |
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APTA Montana | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 |
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APTA Nebraska | 15.00 | Expiring on March 3, 2026 |
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APTA New Hampshire | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 |
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APTA Rhode Island | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 |
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APTA South Carolina | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 |
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APTA Tennessee | 1.50 | Expiring on January 9, 2026 |
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APTA Utah | 15.00 | Expiring on November 16, 2025 |
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APTA Vermont | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 |
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APTA Virginia | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 |
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APTA West Virginia | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 |
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APTA Wisconsin | 15.00 | Expiring on February 24, 2026 |
| Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 | |
| California Acupuncture Board | 15.00 | Expiring on August 9, 2025 | |
| CATA | 6.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 | |
| CPTA | 1.50 | Expiring on January 10, 2026 | |
| Florida Physical Therapy Association | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 | |
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FSMTB | 15.00 | |
| Hawaii Board of Physical Therapy | 15.00 | ||
| Illinois Physical Therapy Association | 15.00 | Expiring on January 1, 2026 | |
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Louisiana Board of Massage Therapy | 15.00 | |
| Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners | 1.50 | ||
| Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy | 15.00 | Expiring on January 9, 2026 | |
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Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 |
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MTAA | 19.00 | |
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NCBTMB | 15.00 | |
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NCCAOM | 15.00 | Expiring on February 28, 2026 |
| Nevada Physical Therapy Board | 15.00 | Expiring on July 31, 2025 | |
| New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners | 15.00 | Expiring on January 31, 2026 | |
| New Mexico Physical Therapy Board | 1.50 | Expiring on January 11, 2026 | |
| North Dakota Board of Physical Therapy | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 | |
| Ohio Physical Therapy Association | 15.00 | Expiring on February 21, 2026 | |
| Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision - Physical Therapy | 15.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 | |
| Pennsylvania Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs - Physical Therapy | 15.00 | ||
| Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners | 15.00 | Expiring on January 1, 2026 |
Learning Objectives
Core Learning Objectives
- Recite the four basic components of ART treatment protocols.
- Summarize the cellular response to ART treatment on soft-tissue structures.
- Compare healthy and unhealthy tissue utilizing hands-on palpation techniques.
- Identify a muscle or soft-tissue texture, tension, movement and function through palpation and patient assessment.
- Palpate 59 anatomical soft-tissue structures within the upper extremity, using an appropriate tension, depth, and motion to properly perform the treatment protocol.
Course Content
| Professional License Information and ART Policy Requirements UE1 | Module | ||
| Welcome & Introductions | Module | ||
| Differential Palpation Videos | Module | ||
| Optional Upper Extremity Level 1 Protocol Study Videos | Module | ||
| In-Person Attendance Verification | Module | ||
| Evaluation | Module | ||
| Hands-On Practical Exam | Module |