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We invite you to explore our revolutionary approach to physical medicine. Within these pages you will find a wide scope of information about our science, course offerings, and educational resources designed for healthcare professionals, coaches, and athletes of all ages and abilities. We are dedicated to education, research, and the ongoing search for improved pathways of physical medicine. Thank you for visiting and please contact us if we can assist you in any way.

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Postural Respiration - Greenfield, WI - Course in Review

Rosencutter Ultra Fitness, also known as Rosen-Cutting Edge Fitness, was the location of their second hosted PRI course this past weekend. Nick Rosencutter is always looking for a way to help his clients improve whether it is thru strength and conditioning, nutrition, the latest in soft tissue workand especially PRI as it applies to performance and rehabilitation. Rosencutter Ultra Fitness had six of their trainers in attendance including Nick and they have a team approach integrating PRI into client programming. Position prep is part of their programming to provide sense awareness for neutrality before, during and after workouts. We discussed this weekend that PRI loves extension for power and performance--we just don't want you to stay in extension. Equally, and perhaps more important, is the issue of rest and neutrality via flexing into neutral with adequate rib internal rotation.

The job of strength and conditioning professionals is to help clients and athletes become stronger, faster, more skilled at movement and especially durable whether you are a grandmother picking up grand kids or an olympic speed skater. Since this class was attended by so many strength and conditioning individuals, the issue of "saggitalization" was explored as well as the ability or inability to maintain or achieve competent transverse plane-ability in rotational sports. Since all sports require rotation for power and performance, the ability to orient a pelvis fully left and right then have adequate and full counter rotation of a ribcage is a must for what is known as separation of torso and pelvis.

Testing and non-manual techniques are always "ah ha" moments as they relate to position pelvis, femur, ribcage, scapulae and even neck. What is driving these positions in this course and the best answer when a student is called upon? The diaphragm of course! Manual techniques included the big three that we cover in Postural Respiration as well as a two person infra-clavicular pump that is often needed for a person that loves to stay in extension even after the best efforts via non-manual techniques to get them neutral. Also in attendance were physical therapists, a massage therapist and an ATC from Alaska who was travelling locally with the hockey team he works with. Shout out to Nick and all of his staff for their support and enthusiasm this weekend.

Posted September 19, 2019 at 11:05AM by

Skip George

Categories: Courses Techniques Science

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PRI Integration for Geriatrics - Seattle, WA - Course in Review

This Geriatrics course is a refreshing Affiliate Course that frequently surprises attendees because all of the useful information it has in it. After the course C.M. writes, “This is one of the most influential PRI courses I have taken, providing a thorough overview of the science and concepts that challenge both the beginner and the experienced PRI clinician. Excellent.” B.B. said, “This was a great review of PRI which brought so many pieces together, while simplifying the exercises for geriatric patients.” CV said, “I love the evaluation and treatments, and they can immediately be applied to all patient types, especially geriatric and frail. The manual was easy to navigate and overall, this was a fantastic course. My favorite so far!”

James anderson teching PRI for Geriatrics in Seattle WA

Seattle Washington is is a great place to be most any time of the year. Loved all the chic waterfront restaurants and cool shops on this trip. A big thank you to the crew at Alpine Physical Therapy for being such great hosts, ...again. 3 PRC credentialed practitioners in the same clinic makes for a great learning environment. Thank you Jeremiah, Chris, and Eli. We look forward to being back next year in February for the other end of the spectrum when Lisa Mangino and I present the new Pediatrics Course. So excited to share this exciting material with all the cool practicians in the Seattle Area.

Posted September 16, 2019 at 4:34PM by

James Anderson

Categories: Courses Clinicians Science

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Myokinematic Restoration - Missoula, MT - Course in review

Jason Miller, PT, PRC, was our host for Myokinematic Restoration last weekend in Missoula, MT. Jason has been using PRI for quite a while, and this was a great opportunity for Jason's co-workers to get exposed to the science of PRI. Nearly half the audience were from Jason's facility, which will really assist those new to PRI in their journey. It's always easier to have co-workers along side for the ride. My thanks to Marla, Seth, Samantha, Kristina, Kailey, Erika, Jessica, and Sydney, as well as Jason's wife, Jill, for their willingness to learn and ask great questions.

Dan Houglum, Myokinematic Restoration, Postural Restoration Institute, Primary Course

It was a great group of movement professionals, and a nice mix of those new to PRI, and those who had been exposed to PRI previously. We started the weekend talking about positional influences on femur position and performance, as well as why and how AF position directs FA performance. We proceeded into which muscles are available and unavailable while in the L AIC pattern. This introductory 5.5 hours of didactic information is the foundation upon which the rest of our weekend was built. And it will provide a solid foundation for those new to PRI to build from as well.

Myokinematic Restoration - Postural Restoration Primary Course

Once the groundwork had been laid, then we can start getting into the real value of PRI: getting off the right leg and onto the left leg correctly without compensation. The role the Hruska ADD and ABD tests play in that endeavor cannot be overstated. We were fortunate to have a lot of time to dedicate to these valuable tests. Additionally, we were able to experience, find, and feel inhibitory and faciliatory techniques, which allowed us to bring together both days of learning into a great time of lab.

Myokinematic Restoration - PRI Primary Course

We had a great crew of attendees. In addition to Missoula Bone & Joint group, I greatly appreciated Tim Cordial's questions, Amy Downing's help in lab, and Mandi Nystrom's willingness to be our volunteer during demonstration.

Again, my thanks to Jason and his crew for a great weekend. Looking forward to the next trip to Missoula!

Posted September 12, 2019 at 11:11AM by

Dan Houglum

Categories: Postural Restoration Certified (PRC) Clinicians Courses Techniques

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PRI Integration for Fitness & Movement - Dublin, OH - Course in Review

“So much fun! Engaging. Good mix of presentation and active labs. Great course to start with if you haven’t taken a PRI course before – Loved it” – Dayna Briggs, DPT

“Hands down the most profound and career changing course I have ever attended” – Ali Asadi, NASM CPT, FMS Specialist, TRX Suspension Training, HKC-Russian Kettlebell Instructor, PTA Global CPT, I.F.P.A. CPT, I.F.P.A. Speed and Power Specialist

PRI Integration for Fitness & Movement, Postural Restoration Institute

PRI Integration for Fitness and Movement was presented this past weekend outside of Columbus Ohio at Good Bodies Personal Fitness and Wellness in Dublin. It was powerful to have a smaller group and for all to be reminded of how quickly results can be seen. We discussed key strategies to organize core performance, improve thoracic mobility and assure the abdominals are coordinated to support both the breath and trunk stability. With applying simple cues to empower the breathing system, reposition the diaphragm and thorax, and coach external cues to sense position and the ground, this group saw some powerful results in just 24 hours.

Postural Restoration, PRI Integration for Fitness and Movement

This course had more personal trainers and strength coaches than physical therapists and medical professionals. The group was open to paradigm shifts and exploration to learn some powerful practical principles they can use with their clients and athletes. It was fun to not talk pathology, focus on coaching position, keep it simple and get people moving in new ways. We tried out some new labs and am happy it all turned out successful!

PRI Integration for Fitness & Movement, Postural Restoration Institute

Thank you so much to the Good Bodies team for their fabulous hospitality and openness to explore this science together. I loved their model of teamwork and positive culture and I’m grateful for the opportunity to meet this professional group. Jack, Cheryl, JR, Heidi, Greg, Lisa, Toni and Kris - Thank you all and I hope our paths cross again in the future!

One last course on the schedule for this year: September 28-29, James and I will both be presenting in Fort Collins, Colorado and this class has officially SOLD OUT!

Posted September 5, 2019 at 10:33AM by

Julie Blandin

Categories: Courses Techniques Athletics

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Myokinematic Restoration - Lincoln, NE - Course in Review

As all the PRI Faculty will tell you, having the opportunity to teach a PRI course in Lincoln at the Postural Restoration Institute is kind of like a homecoming. Even though it isn't really our "home court," it does feel like it. That's a testament to Hannah, RJ, Sage, and, of course, Ron and Jen. As I said in our introduction at the beginning of the course, those new to PRI couldn't have picked a better course than this one for their first dive into the science of PRI.

Myokinematic Restoration, Lincoln NE, Postural Restoration Institute

It was such a great experience to teach with Kasey Aikin, our newest PRI faculty member. She did an awesome job, and I'm eager to watch her develop and grow into her new role. We had two other PRC's in attendance as well this weekend: Lisa Bartels and Jason Masek. They have been integrated in PRI for many years, and it was so beneficial to the attendees to have them in class and during lab. Additionally, we had five other attendees who had attended multiple PRI courses prior to this one.

Myokinematic Restoration, Lincoln NE, Postural Restoration Institute

With all the experience in the room, with Ron and Jen providing context during the course and lab, and with the interest and energy from the attendees, the course proved to be a very fertile environment for those new to the science of PRI. Kasey presented an excellent opening and really set the table for the rest of the weekend. We opened the course with discussing osteokinematics and myokinematics surrounding the relationship between the pelvis and femur. And we finished the day with a great repositioning wrap up, which lead us right into Day 2. Kasey again set the table with another stellar opening session, and the table was set for our day of lab.

Dan Houglum, Postural Restoration Institute

Our lab times were very productive and engaging. And a lot of it was due to where we were, and the expertise in the room. I have to thank Lisa, Jason, and Jen for their help during our labs. Kasey ran a great lab session on Sunday afternoon, as well. We were fortunate to have nearly 7 hours of lab during this course. We had a 4.5:1 ratio of student to PRC in the lab. I'm not sure the first time attendees realized how valuable the lab time was, and how much we were able to get out of the time we had.

My thanks to Jennifer Bacon, Meghann Vanslager, Kelli Reilly, Kellen Goertzen, Joe Siracusano, Kristen Wassung, and Benjamin Sandman for their wonderful questions. Honestly, we had great questions from nearly everyone in the room. I think every course attendee asked a question at some point during the weekend, which just shows how great a group we were fortunate to have. For many reasons, this particular Myokinematic Restoration course was unique, and Kasey and I feel very fortunate to have been a part of it.

Posted September 3, 2019 at 11:55AM by

Dan Houglum

Categories: Clinicians Postural Restoration Certified (PRC) Courses Science

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Featured Interview

Ep. 6 - Dan Houglum, ATC, MSPT, PRC

In the Sixth Episode of the Postural Restoration Podcast I am welcomed by Dan Houglum, ATC, MSPT, PRC. Dan is an Athletic Training graduate of South Dakota State University, and furthered his pursuit of Physical Therapy at Des Moines University receiving his Masters in 1999. Dan was first introduced to Ron during his clinical rotation at St. Elizabeth’s outpatient PT department in Lincoln. Although he knew Ron’s technique was unique, it wasn’t until later attending a one day Protonics course in Chicago that Dan would start his journey of learning more about this approach.