Kimba and others have only said good things about ART
I have ART when I can afford to and have had it to help sciatica amongst other things. My ARTist is also a chiro so she often gives my spine a good crack while she’s at it.
It is not a pleasant massage, it is painful so bear that in mind. However, you will feel great afterwards.
I’ve heard that it is painful. I will endure anything if it means it will help my hip in the long run. Thanks for the reply!
I’ve only ever had ART done on my elbow for tendonitis. It took a few treatments to sort things out, but it really worked wonders for me.
An interesting read: STUMPTUOUS.COM Why don't you look like a fitness model? - STUMPTUOUS.COM
I like this paragraph since I’m often a mess at the gym.
“I am a normal woman. I am not a fitness model. I work out in slobby gym wear with no makeup, and I get dirty and sweaty and messyhaired. My breasts are not lifted and separated; they are mashed onto my chest by my cheapo sports bra. When I forget to shave my legs I donâ??t really care. I am in there to work hard, to lift some heavy shit, and to forget about how my body looks in favour of thinking about what my body does. After having had a few injuries and illnesses, I am happy that the old girl works at all! Can I get out of bed in the morning without pain and make it to the coffeemaker? If so, then yay body!”
[quote]DiscoDani wrote:
Has anyone ever used/heard about A.R.T. (Active Release Therapy)? I’ve heard some great things about it helping people with tendon, ligament and sciatica issues. I just found a doctor within walking distance of my house who is trained in it and I’ve heard good things. Just wondering if anyone here has any success/horror stories?[/quote]
I’ve ‘heard’ some good thing too… Important to get very very good practitioner.
“I am a normal woman. I am not a fitness model. I work out in OBNOXIOUS MATCHY MATCHY GYMWEAR AND MAKEUP, and I get A LIL dirty and A LIL sweaty and A LIL messyhaired. My breasts are LIFTED AND SEPARATED AND PADDED BUT ITS ALL BRA. When I forget to shave my legs I COVER IT UP WITH KNEE HIGH SPORTS SOCKS (ALSO OBNOXIOUSLY MATCHY MATCHY). I am in there to work hard, to lift some heavy shit, and to MAKE MY BODY LOOK THE BEST IT CAN. After having had a few injuries and illnesses, I STILL EXPECT THE BEST FROM MYSELF! Can I get out of bed in the morning without pain and make it to the coffeemaker? If so, then GO KILL!”
Hmn, here’s my version 
[quote]DiscoDani wrote:
Has anyone ever used/heard about A.R.T. (Active Release Therapy)? I’ve heard some great things about it helping people with tendon, ligament and sciatica issues. I just found a doctor within walking distance of my house who is trained in it and I’ve heard good things. Just wondering if anyone here has any success/horror stories?[/quote]
My husband just started ART this month for his shoulder. He is having great results! Just based on listening to him I’d recommend it!
That’s really good to hear! It turns out it only costs me a $20 copay so even if it’s crap, I won’t be throwing too much money down the drain. I’ve heard great things about the doctor here. I’ll keep everyone updated!
I have a regular ART practitioner that I see. Trust him tremendously. He’s very good. The key is finding the talent.
[quote]Hallowed wrote:
“I am a normal woman. I am not a fitness model. I work out in OBNOXIOUS MATCHY MATCHY GYMWEAR AND MAKEUP, and I get A LIL dirty and A LIL sweaty and A LIL messyhaired. My breasts are LIFTED AND SEPARATED AND PADDED BUT ITS ALL BRA. When I forget to shave my legs I COVER IT UP WITH KNEE HIGH SPORTS SOCKS (ALSO OBNOXIOUSLY MATCHY MATCHY). I am in there to work hard, to lift some heavy shit, and to MAKE MY BODY LOOK THE BEST IT CAN. After having had a few injuries and illnesses, I STILL EXPECT THE BEST FROM MYSELF! Can I get out of bed in the morning without pain and make it to the coffeemaker? If so, then GO KILL!”
Hmn, here’s my version
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…but it’s kind of missy-missing the point of the quotey-quote. 
^^That sounded more snotty than teasing, I was aiming for teasing.
^ Aww! I read it as teasing, worry not.
Anyways, I quite like both quotes - the original and Hallie’s! But I have a weird fascination with women and their relation to strength and muscularity, and for me, multiple voices make for a more interesting story.
My quote would go:
“I am a normal woman. I am not a fitness model. I work out in whatever is clean and suitable for that days training and I keep my makeup on because I’m a lazy fucker who doesn’t bother to wash their face before working out. I get dirty and A LIL sweaty but I make sure my hair stays in tact - curly hair is a bitch to manage. Breasts? What are those? I normally wear pants when I work out so I don’t have to think about my unshaved legs, or that giant vericose vein that pops out of my calf whenever I’m putting it in. I am in there to work hard, to lift some heavy shit, and to challenge myself so I can excel as an athlete. After having had a few injuries, I still DEMAND the best from myself! Can I get out of bed in the morning without pain and make it to the coffeemaker? If so, then then I did something wrong.”
Are you guys calling DOMS pain? Because in my book DOMS is soreness and good, on the other hand, pain is something bad has happened.
[quote]Patch2 wrote:
Are you guys calling DOMS pain? Because in my book DOMS is soreness and good, on the other hand, pain is something bad has happened. [/quote]
HAHA! Yeah. DOMs = good pain. I took some artistic license in my quote there 
[quote]Mascherano wrote:
[quote]Patch2 wrote:
Are you guys calling DOMS pain? Because in my book DOMS is soreness and good, on the other hand, pain is something bad has happened. [/quote]
HAHA! Yeah. DOMs = good pain. I took some artistic license in my quote there :)[/quote]
Ok, just making sure. You’re spot on about the personal making it interesting. I’ll come back and do my own.
What are you doing in grad school? I can’t remember.
[quote]Patch2 wrote:
[quote]Mascherano wrote:
[quote]Patch2 wrote:
Are you guys calling DOMS pain? Because in my book DOMS is soreness and good, on the other hand, pain is something bad has happened. [/quote]
HAHA! Yeah. DOMs = good pain. I took some artistic license in my quote there :)[/quote]
Ok, just making sure. You’re spot on about the personal making it interesting. I’ll come back and do my own.
What are you doing in grad school? I can’t remember.[/quote]
YES!! Come back and do your own quote!
I’m finishing up my dissertation which has been on hold now for almost two years (UGH!!!). I do Applied Science - basically workable sociology.
Can I ask what kind of research you do? I was just asked to help with a qualitative project, and it’s really changing the way I see the world. My degree is molecular genetics, but I’m doing science ed work now and whoa.
[quote]Patch2 wrote:
Can I ask what kind of research you do? I was just asked to help with a qualitative project, and it’s really changing the way I see the world. My degree is molecular genetics, but I’m doing science ed work now and whoa.
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Molecular genetics?! DAMN! Smarty Pants Mcgee!
I work in research and evaluation. Areas mostly include public health, education, youth development - basically a lot of the social services (I’m sure this info illuminates a lot of how I post on here, lol!).
Qualitative work around Science Ed? That sound really interesting!! I LOVE research, its like less dangerous detective work, no?
[quote]Mascherano wrote:
Molecular genetics?! DAMN! Smarty Pants Mcgee!
I work in research and evaluation. Areas mostly include public health, education, youth development - basically a lot of the social services (I’m sure this info illuminates a lot of how I post on here, lol!).
Qualitative work around Science Ed? That sound really interesting!! I LOVE research, its like less dangerous detective work, no?[/quote]
Ha, I think everyone on here is a bit of a smarty pants. It’s what makes PW awesome.
It really does seep through in your posts. I just didn’t see it until I knew more about the field. It’s why I asked. The way you frame insights is totally what I’m reading right now.
It’s interesting, it’s a complete paradigm shift, but a cool one.