Active Release Techniques (ART): Advanced Full Body
Description
ART Advanced Full Body seminar is a one-day review of the most used Level 1 ART protocols. Previous completion of all ART Level 1 seminars (Upper Extremity, Lower Extremity, and Spine) is a pre-requisite. Over the course of the eight-hour seminar, attendees review the muscle and soft-tissue structures of the upper and lower extremity, and the muscle and soft-tissue structures surrounding the spinal column. Attendees will review how to evaluate and appropriately treat the disorders using the ART Diagnostic Algorithm and 75 of the most used and clinically relevant Upper Extremity, Lower Extremity, and Spine, Level 1, manual protocols. The techniques taught and reviewed during the Advanced Full Body Level 1 seminar can be used to treat a broad list of dysfunctions, including frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, runner's knee, shin splints, plantar fasciitis, chronic back pain, headaches, TMJ and other soft-tissue dysfunctions.
Seminar
2755 Jamie Ln, Suite 9 Lincoln, NE
Available Course Credits
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APTA Arizona | 7.50 | Expiring on March 1, 2026 |
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APTA Colorado | 7.50 | Expiring on January 27, 2026 |
| Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer | 7.50 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 | |
| CATA | 3.00 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 | |
| CPTA | 0.75 | Expiring on March 6, 2026 | |
| Florida Physical Therapy Association | 7.50 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 | |
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FSMTB | 7.50 | |
| Hawaii Board of Physical Therapy | 7.50 | ||
| Illinois Physical Therapy Association | 7.50 | Expiring on January 1, 2026 | |
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Louisiana Board of Massage Therapy | 7.50 | |
| Maryland Board of Physical Therapy Examiners | 0.75 | ||
| Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy | 7.50 | Expiring on March 7, 2026 | |
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MTAA | 8.00 | |
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NCBTMB | 7.50 | |
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NCCAOM | 7.50 | Expiring on February 17, 2026 |
| Nevada Physical Therapy Board | 7.50 | Expiring on July 31, 2025 | |
| New Mexico Physical Therapy Board | 0.75 | Expiring on January 11, 2026 | |
| North Dakota Board of Physical Therapy | 7.50 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 | |
| Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision - Physical Therapy | 7.50 | Expiring on December 31, 2025 | |
| Pennsylvania Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs - Physical Therapy | 7.50 | ||
| Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners | 7.50 | Expiring on January 1, 2026 |
Learning Objectives
- Interpret Single-loop Negative Feedback and how it pertains to ART treatment.
- Recite the four basic components of ART treatment protocols.
- Palpate anatomical soft-tissue structures within the upper extremity, spine, and lower extremity, using appropriate tension, depth, and motion to properly perform the treatment protocol.
- Summarize the cellular response to ART treatment on soft-tissue structures.
- Recite the physiological methodology of ART's Diagnostic Algorithm.
Course Content
| Professional License Information and ART Policy Requirements | Module | ||
| Required Videos + Pre credentialing exam | Module | ||
| Optional Upper Extremity Level 1 Protocol Study Videos | Module | ||
| Optional Lower Extremity Level 1 Protocol Study Videos | Module | ||
| Optional Spine Level 1 Protocol Study Videos | Module | ||
| In-Person Attendance Verification | Module | ||
| Evaluation | Module | ||
| Hands-On Practical Exam | Module |
Chiropractors
Continuing education (CE) credit for Chiropractors in attendance of ART seminars is administered by the Northeast College of Health Sciences (Northeast College). You can access all Chiropractic approvals for ART (Seminar Type) seminars here: Northeast College of Health Sciences: Advanced Full Body
Physical Therapists
See the list of approved states/boards under the “Available Course Credits” in the "Overview" tab.
*Alabama, Idaho, Iowa, North Carolina, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, and Wyoming do not require preapproval.
*Maine does not have Continuing Education requirements.
ART does not have preapproval from New York. A certificate of attendance will be provided to all attendees following the seminar.
Athletic Trainers/Therapists, Massage Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Acupuncturists:
See the list of approved states/boards under the “Available Course Credits” in the "Overview" tab.
- Identify anatomical structures of the upper extremity, spine, and lower extremity.
- Recall origin and insertion of upper extremity, spine, and lower extremity structures.
- Palpate anatomical soft-tissue structures within the upper extremity, spine, and lower extremity, using an appropriate tension, depth, and motion to properly perform the treatment protocol.
- Recite the physiological methodology of ART’s Diagnostic Algorithm.
- Summarize the cellular response to ART treatment on soft tissue structures.
- Instruct a patient to perform concentric and eccentric muscle contractions.
- Properly select treatment protocols which help to reduce pain, improve ROM, and restore function for a patient/client to return to ADL, sport, or other desired activity outcome.
- Properly perform treatment protocols which help to reduce pain, improve ROM, and restore function for a patient/client to return to ADL, sport, or other desired activity outcome.
- Compare between healthy and unhealthy tissue utilizing hands-on palpation techniques.
- Identify a muscle or soft tissue that is not contracting properly through palpation and patient assessment.
- Paraphrase Relative Motion and how it pertains to ART treatment.
- Interpret Single-loop Negative Feedback and how it pertains to ART treatment.
- Recite the four basic components of ART treatment protocols.
ART Seminars consist of 80% or more hands-on practice and training, with attendees receiving immediate feedback from instructors and other attendees.
Seminar Schedule
- 8:00 AM-12:00 PM: Protocol Review
- 1:00 PM-5:00 PM: Protocol Review
Included with registration
- ARTMan: Our iPad and web-based application includes a digital version of our manual plus exclusive video demonstrations of the protocols. ARTMan can be linked with the Visible Body Suite App (separate purchase) for more in-depth study. ARTMan is exclusively available to active ART Certified Providers.
- Paper Manual: Optional paper manual. (Free for attendees registering as New Certification/Student. Available as an additional purchase for Recertification attendees.)
Appropriate attire:
- Most of our seminars consist of hands-on practice on attendees. Wear clothing which allows for ease of movement so that fellow attendees may easily palpate and practice protocols on you. Athletic attire, shorts, yoga pants, t-shirts, joggers, athletic polo shirts and tops are most appropriate.
Testing:
- Recertification attendees will test during the seminar on six protocols.
Miscellaneous:
- Portable tables: At most seminars outside of Colorado Springs, we ask that attendees bring a portable table, if possible. As an incentive, you will be entered into a raffle for a $900 credit toward your next ART seminar if you bring a table. Look for more information in our post-registration emails.
Special Discounts:
ART provides discounts for current and recently graduated students as well as current and former military members.
Current and Former Military members may receive 10% off all seminars. Use code MILITARY10 at checkout. You will be asked to provide proof of military service after checkout.
Cancellation and Refund Policy/Grievance Policy
Review ART's Cancellation, Return and Seminar Transfer Policy and ART's Grievance Policy in their entirety here.
Participants may file a complaint by telephone or email:
Financial Disclosures
The following third-party products may be discussed during the seminar: Kinetisense 3D Motion Capture Software Application (the "App"). Purchase of the App is not required. Product discussion is for informational purposes only, to inform attendees of the nature and availability of the App and its potential use and benefits in practice. ART may receive referral compensation from Kinetisense, but no employee, officer, or agent of ART will sell or attempt to sell the App directly to attendees.
Special Needs/Accommodations Requests
For more information and special needs requests, please contact: info@activerelease.com