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Lori Thomsen will be traveling to Phoenix two weekends in a row! Due to high demand, we have added a second course date for Pelvis Restoration in Phoenix.

Course Dates
February 18-19, 2012
February 25-26, 2012

Registration for February 25-26 is now open! If you are currently registered to attend the course on February 18-19 and would prefer to attend the following weekend, please email Paige to transfer your registration. Adding a second date will allow for two smaller courses and more one-on-one time with Lori!

Check out Jason Masek’s latest blog discussing Postural Restoration!

The saying “squared away” means that one is in an adequate position for whatever has to be done next.  This saying has nothing to do with something actually being squared in shape or form.  It means: everything is in order; everything is arranged/ positioned and taken care of.  On the other hand, when you look at the human body, you can shape it by creating or arranging it to determine its form. Postural Restoration Institute® concepts/principles are governed by posture, position and patterns.  In every moment we are shaping our bodies into a posture that corresponds to the demands placed upon it.  Something that arranges and repeats itself in a predictable way is a pattern.  The body is shaped by how we use it and patterns govern how we function.  We all fall into patterns which create postures that reflect our body’s overall shape and/or position. READ MORE.

It is with much excitement that we announce today the Postural Restoration Trained Class of 2012!  PRT is the result of completing multiple advanced PRI courses, demonstrating a thorough understanding of the science through completion of the PRT application, and successfully participating in practical and analytical testing. Five individuals have earned the designation of Postural Restoration Trained (PRT) under the direction of Ron Hruska and Jason Masek.

The Postural Restoration Institute® established this credentialing process in 2011 as a way to recognize and identify individuals with advanced training, extraordinary interest and devotion to the science of postural adaptations, asymmetrical patterns and the influence of polyarticular chains of muscles on the human body as defined by the Postural Restoration Institute®.  The PRT credential is available to Certified Athletic Trainers and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists who have completed the requirements.

PRT credentialed athletic trainers and strength and conditioning specialists offer a unique approach to physical medicine called Postural Restoration. This approach addresses underlying biomechanics which can often lead to symptoms of pain and dysfunction. All mechanical influences on the body that restrict movement and contribute to improper joint and muscle position are considered, examined, and assessed. Techniques are utilized to restore proper alignment of the body while proper respiratory dynamics are considered. Treatment encompasses prevention and lifetime integration for long-term successful outcomes.

Congratulations!

Pictured from left to right (front row: Kentaro Ishii, Jason Robey, Janie Ebmeier, second row: Jason Masek, Zachary Nott, Brent Albrecht, Chris Poulin, Ron Hruska).

Our 2012 brochures were mailed on December 19th. If you did not receive a brochure by mail, please email us with your updated contact information. You can also CLICK HERE and HERE to view an electronic version. Be advised that our 2012 brochure is 30 pages so fill up your ink supply before printing! Or save the ink and print our 2-page calendar.

Please note that the information provided on page 25 of the brochure concerning PRT is subject to update.

Check out the latest blog story written by Jennifer Gloystein, DPT, ATC, PRC on treadmills and television.  Click HERE!

The 4th Annual PRC/PRT Conference will be held Saturday, April 21, 2012 in Lincoln, Nebraska. The conference follows Interdisciplinary Integration and will be held at the Postural Restoration Institute. 

If you have earned the designation of PRC or are scheduled to complete the PRT credentialing process in January then this conference is for you!

Please contact Liz McCulley to sign-up, request to present, or share your ideas for presentation topics. The PRC conference is planned by a group of PRC volunteers each year.  This year’s committee includes Liz McCulley, Scott Pruitt, Raulan Young, and Jen Poulin.

I am honored to announce today the Postural Restoration Certified class of 2011. PRC is the result of completing multiple advanced PRI courses, demonstrating a thorough understanding of the science through completion of the PRC application, and successfully participating in both clinical and analytical testing.  To date, 79 therapists have earned the designation of Postural Restoration Certified (PRC) under the direction of Ron Hruska and James Anderson.

The Postural Restoration Institute® established this certification process in 2004 as a way to recognize and identify individuals with advanced training, extraordinary interest and devotion to the science of postural adaptations, asymmetrical patterns and the influence of polyarticular chains of muscles on the human body as defined by the Postural Restoration Institute®.  Certification is available to physical therapists, physical therapist assistants and occupational therapists who have completed the requirements.

PRC therapists offer a unique approach to physical medicine called Postural Restoration. This approach addresses underlying biomechanics which can often lead to symptoms of pain and dysfunction. All mechanical influences on the body that restrict movement and contribute to improper joint and muscle position are considered, examined, and assessed. Manual and non-manual techniques are utilized to restore proper alignment of the body while proper respiratory dynamics are considered. Treatment encompasses prevention and lifetime integration for long-term successful outcomes.

Congratulations!

Pictured from left to right (front row: Jon Hupp, Karen Taylor Soiles, Michael Mullin, Alanna Cooley, Kathy Metzger, second row: Lori Thomsen, Scott Kosola, Louise Kelley, Jeanne DeKrey, Jennifer Gloystein, Sarah Petrich, Janie Ebmeier, Ron Hruska, third row: Joe Pope, David Drummer, Aaron DeBord, Stephanie Boespflug, Christie Thames, back row: James Anderson, Sean Fitzgerald, Kurt Weidauer, Josh Olinick).

Check out the latest blog from PRC Jason Masek called “A Little Bit more about NEUTRAL”

Check out our latest interview with Karen Jiran, MPT, PRC by clicking HERE!

Doman stwierdza, że “ funkcjonalnie zorganizowane dziecko będzie miało dominującą dłoń, stopę, ucho i oko po tej same stronie. Jeżeli dziecku brakuje dominacji którejś części ciała po głównej stronie, będzie to odzwierciedlało pewien stopień dysorganizacji neurologicznej ciała” (Doman (1987) states that ‘a completely organized child will have a dominant hand, foot, ear, and eye, which will be all on the same side. If the child lacks complete dominance in any area or does not exhibit dominance on the same side, it’s a reflection of a degree of neurological disorganization’ (“Learning Disabilities and Organization” Volume 7 No. 1, J. of the National Association for Child Development Foundation ) 
Na podstawie powyższego stwierdzenia i według założeń funckjonalnych PRI możemy zauważyć, że wszystkie trzy główne kości (kość krzyżowa, mostek, kość klinowa) będą położone w prawej rotacji w dominujących łańcuchach mięśniowych lewego przedniego wewnetrznego( L AIC- left anterior interior chain), prawego ramiennego ( R BC- right brachial chain) i prawego skroniowo-żuchwowo- szyjnego ( R TMCC- right temporal-mandibular-cervical chain ). Kręgosłup będzie zorientowany (nie zrotowany *) do prawej strony jako wynik pozycji kości krzyżowej. Rotacja ze względu na zwiększone napięcie stawowe będzie w większości przypadów nieporządana i świadczy o kompensacji ciała. Kolejnym elementem przemawiającym za orientacją kręgosłupa lędźwiowego, czyli utrzymaniem tego odcinka we względnej pozycji neutralnej, jest mały zakres rotacji kręgów lędźwiowych (średnio około 1-2 stopni pomiędzy każdym z nich). Wszyscy pacjenci, którzy będą w w/w pozycji, będą w większości przypadków reagowali na leczenie bez większych komplikacji .
Natomiast pacjenci, u których wystąpi kompensacyjna rotacja kręgosłupa lędźwiowego będą mieli problemy z osiągnięciem pozcji neutralnej głownych kości w/w kompleksów.

*Wyjątek mogą stanowić dwa dolne kręgi lędźwiowe, które mogą być minimalnie zrotowane w prawą stronę poprzez napięcię lewego mięśnia lędźwiowego w łańcuchu L AIC

In this video, Lori Thomsen, MPT, PRC discusses how devices such as the Power Lung could help your physical therapy program!  You can order the Power Lung HERE!

Airway & The Anterior Neck
Thursday, April 19th – Friday, April 20th, 2012

Our 4th Annual Interdisciplinary Integration course brings together six highly regarded professionals to share their expertise on the subject of airway and the anterior neck. This symposium will include interactive discussion on the anatomy, neurology and mechanics of the airway and the anterior neck. Emphasis will be place on how to manage the nasal and oral airway both during sleep and upright function. Upper airway obstruction and influences on respiratory and laryngeal function, from asymmetrical torsional alignment of the cranium, neck and thorax, post-traumatic vertigo, cervical trauma, postural pathomechanics and respiratory imbalance will be offered.

Speakers:
Chris Cederberg, MD
Marina Gilman, M.M., M.A. CCC-SLP
Michael Hoefs, DDS, DABCP, FAACP, FADI
Ron Hruska, MPA, PT
Jonathan A. Parker, DDS
Heidi Wise, OD, FCOVD