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We are excited to announce and congratulate the Postural Restoration Certified (PRC) Class of 2013! PRS 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 practical and analytical testing. Twenty-six PT's and PTA's earned the designation of Postural Restoration Certified (PRC) under the direction of Ron Hruska, James Anderson, Mike Cantrell, and Jennifer Gloystein.

The Postural Restoration Institute established a certification process in 2004 as a way to recognize and identify those 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 attended PRI courses, demonstrated a thorough understanding of the science through completion of the PRC application, and successfully participate in both clinical and analytical testing. To date 123 Therapists have earned the designation of Postural Restoration Certified (PRC).

Pictured from left to right are:(back row) James Anderson, Libby Campbell, Adam Van Nortwick, Tate Van Houten, Zach Hawthorne, Jon Schultz, Keitaro Abe; (middle row) Mike Cantrell, Luanne Gerhardt, Jamie Lochner, Tara Osborne, Lisa Kelly, Chad Rainey, Justin Kral, Erin Roosa, Cindy Anderson, Jason Hogan, Chris Krull; (front row) Jennifer Gloystein, Josefin Shakya, Evie Russell, Jean Masse, Adrian Baker, Tina Haiser, Ben Sudbeck, Heather Jenny, Betsy Baker-Bold, Cindy Rice, Brittany LaFountaine, and Ron Hruska.

East Valley Spine and Sports Medicine is looking for highly qualified candidates to join our team as we look to expand our practice into various parts of the Valley. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a growing, dynamic practice that offers an innovative and personal approach to spine and back pain management, sports medicine, physical therapy and injury prevention. We help our patients understand the biomechanics of their bodies natural movement, giving them the knowledge and tools to recover quickly and prevent additional injury. We pride ourselves in delivering excellent patient care. Our Therapists see only one patient per hour and we have seen remarkable results from the extra time and attention this allows.

Qualified candidates will be fully licensed in the state of Arizona, have working knowledge of Physical Therapy principles and standards, and should either be familiar with PRI or be interested in learning. We offer a strong, competitive salary and benefits package. Interested candidates should email us at wthomson@eastvalleyspineandsports.com with their resume and salary requirements.

For those traveling to Lincoln this week for the annual Advanced Integration course, I would recommend packing layers of clothing as the forecast looks like a cold one!

The 2014 PRI Programs & Courses Brochure is finished. CLICK HERE to view a digital copy! The brochures will also be mailed out in the next two weeks. Also inlcuded in this year's brochure are the PRI Affiliate Courses and PRI Vision Courses.

We are excited to announce that Sarah Hannon has recently joined the PRI office as Education, Advertising & Marketing Coordinator. Sarah has already jumped into full gear and has helped us make the finishing touches to the 2014 brochure, which will be mailed out in just a couple weeks! She will also be scheduling and coordinating all PRI courses, so if you are hosting a PRI course in 2014, Sarah will be your main contact in our office. To learn more about Sarah, click here!

As many of you know, shoes are always changing. The Hruska Clinic has updated their shoe list, and you can access it HERE! The Asics Foundations are still expected to make their return in early January, so keep your eye out for more information as we near the New Year!

Wellsboro, PA (Myokinematic Restoration) – I had a great weekend teaching a Myokinematics of the Hip and Pelvis in Wellsboro, PA.  Wellsboro is a quaint little town home to the Grand Canyon!  Who knew? The majority of the group of PT’s, ATC’s and massage therapists were all taking their first PRI course. It never gets old watching new clinicians switch gears from an orthopedic mindset to the power of Respiration and Neurology. I often find a few clinicians that become “My Key Muscles” for the course. Here I am flanked by two good sports, Dan the Man Right Glut Max on my right and Eyebrows Eric was my Left Glut Medius. I just love teaching this course for the Postural Restoration Institute. I look forward to taking a break from a busy fall schedule to spend time with my family and enjoy the holiday season! Thanks to all my students in 2013 for sharing their insights and laughing at my not always funny jokes! Peace.- Jen Poulin

Salem, OR (Cervical-Cranio-Mandibular Restoration) – “This TMCC course was enhanced not only by the forward thinking, well-prepared attendees, but by a cranio-mandibular dentist who contributed greatly. What a great opportunity for future course attendees….find a local dentist to work with and get them to come to the course with you. Salem Health is a great host site! This course will continue to evolve in the future and bridge thoracic-pelvic treatment to cranio function and OA position, as a result of experiences that I had at Salem and will have at other future presentations.” – Ron Hruska

Recently Ron Hruska and I went to the Univeristy of Nebraska to sit down with the Director of Strength & Conditioning, Mike Arthur to discuss the “Arthur Squat Model”. To learn more about this model, check out the video below. The Arthur Squat Model can be purchased for $50 (plus shipping) by calling the Postural Restoration Institute at 888.691.4583 or email Jen.

Julie Blandin, PT, ATC, CSCS, PRC was featured this week in a 2nd interview with Joe Heiler on SportsRehabExpert.com. This was a follow-up to the webinar that she presented on SportsRehabExpert.com in May.

CLICK HERE to access Julie's most recent interview (if you are not a member, you can do a trial session). You might also want to check out some other interviews and articles about PRI on SportsRehabExpert.com, featuring: Ron Hruska, Neil Rampe, Michael Mullin and Kevin Neeld.

PRC therapist Oliver Hall recently emailed me this great article, Right thoracic curvature in the normal spine. This article has been added to the PRI library and also the reference list for the Advanced Integration course, where nearly a full day is spent discussing curvature of the spine.

If you are hoping to attend the Advanced Integration course in Lincoln, NE on December 5-8th, I would recommend registering soon! Only 8 spots remain available for this four day course, which is offered only once a year. You can register online or by calling us at 888-691-4583!

CLICK HERE to check out the new featured interview with Chris Poulin, ATC, CSCS, PES, PRT. In this interview, Chris talks about his recent trip to consult with European professional golfers in Great Britain, as well as his new business in Pinehurst, North Carolina!