Postural Reeducation Therapy Course

Lesson 1 • Biomechanical Basis of Posture

Covers static and dynamic postural mechanics, gravity lines, and compensatory patterns. Builds the biomechanical reasoning students apply during patient assessment.

Lesson 2 • Neurophysiology of Postural Control

Explains proprioceptive, vestibular, and central nervous system contributions to posture. Links neurophysiology to the therapeutic mechanisms underlying RPG stretching.

Lesson 3 • Core Philosophy and Principles

Defines the holistic, cause-focused approach that distinguishes RPG from symptomatic treatment. Connects philosophy to clinical decision-making throughout the course.

Lesson 4 • History and Evolution of RPG

Traces RPG from Philippe Souchard's global postural method to modern practice. Contextualises how foundational principles shaped current clinical standards.

Lesson 1 • Clinical Documentation and Goal Setting

Covers structured intake forms, postural photography, and measurable outcome goals. Ensures students create records that track progress across the treatment cycle.

Lesson 2 • Postural Observation Techniques

Teaches structured visual analysis of alignment in frontal, sagittal, and transverse planes. Establishes the observational baseline used in all subsequent assessments.

Lesson 3 • Pain Pattern Analysis

Guides students in mapping referred pain, chronic pain behaviour, and postural contributors. Links pain patterns to chain dysfunctions for targeted treatment selection.

Lesson 4 • Palpation and Tissue Assessment

Develops hands-on skills for detecting muscle tension, fascial restrictions, and tender points. Integrates palpation findings with visual and functional data.

Lesson 1 • Common Clinical Syndromes in RPG

Presents the most frequent conditions treated with RPG, including low back pain, scoliosis, and shoulder impingement. Bridges pathology knowledge to treatment selection.

Lesson 2 • Lateral and Diagonal Chain Dysfunction

Addresses scoliotic patterns, pelvic obliquity, and rotational asymmetries from lateral chains. Prepares students to recognise three-dimensional postural deviations.

Lesson 3 • Posterior Muscle Chain Dysfunction

Examines shortening of the posterior chain from plantar fascia to suboccipital muscles. Connects posterior chain tension to lumbar hyperlordosis, sciatica, and cervical pain.

Lesson 4 • Differential Diagnosis Considerations

Teaches students to distinguish postural dysfunction from red-flag pathologies requiring referral. Reinforces safe clinical reasoning before hands-on treatment begins.

Lesson 1 • Closed-Chain Postures: Standing Techniques

Covers standing closed-chain postures that integrate lower-limb loading with global chain stretching. Develops the more complex handling skills required for weight-bearing positions.

Lesson 2 • Principles of Global Postural Stretching

Defines the slow, sustained, active stretching approach that differentiates RPG from conventional methods. Establishes the technical rules governing all posture applications.

Lesson 3 • Open-Chain Postures: Supine Techniques

Introduces supine open-chain postures targeting posterior and anterior chains in a gravity-reduced position. Builds foundational handling skills before progressing to closed-chain work.

Lesson 4 • Therapist Body Mechanics and Safety

Addresses ergonomic principles for therapists applying sustained manual resistance during sessions. Prevents occupational injury while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness.

Lesson 1 • Therapeutic Breathing Techniques in RPG

Teaches guided expiratory and inspiratory techniques applied during postural stretching. Demonstrates how breath timing amplifies myofascial release within each posture.

Lesson 2 • Anatomy of Respiratory Muscles

Reviews the diaphragm, intercostals, and accessory breathing muscles within the postural chain context. Establishes the anatomical basis for breathing-based interventions.

Lesson 3 • Breathing Patterns and Postural Dysfunction

Identifies dysfunctional breathing patterns linked to anterior chain shortening and thoracic restriction. Connects respiratory assessment to postural evaluation findings.

Lesson 1 • Session Structure and Sequencing

Defines the standard RPG session arc from initial assessment through posture work to reassessment. Ensures students can organise a coherent and time-efficient session.

Lesson 2 • Dosage and Progression Principles

Covers stretch intensity, session frequency, and criteria for advancing treatment difficulty. Prevents overload while ensuring sufficient stimulus for postural change.

Lesson 3 • Clinical Reasoning in RPG

Applies assessment data to identify primary chain dysfunctions and prioritise treatment targets. Develops the decision-making process that guides posture and technique selection.

Lesson 4 • Adapting Plans for Special Populations

Modifies RPG protocols for elderly, paediatric, pregnant, and post-surgical patients. Builds clinical flexibility for diverse patient presentations encountered in practice.

Lesson 1 • Chronic Pain and Central Sensitisation

Adapts RPG application for patients with central sensitisation and chronic pain hypersensitivity. Integrates pain neuroscience education into the therapeutic approach.

Lesson 2 • Scoliosis-Specific RPG Protocols

Presents specialised posture sequences and manual techniques for structural and functional scoliosis. Builds competency in one of RPG's most clinically significant application areas.

Lesson 3 • Sports Performance and Injury Prevention

Applies RPG principles to optimise athletic posture, movement efficiency, and injury resilience. Expands the therapist's scope to sports and performance contexts.

Lesson 4 • Integrating RPG with Other Modalities

Explores evidence-based combinations of RPG with manual therapy, exercise, and electrotherapy. Prepares students to work within multidisciplinary clinical environments.

Lesson 1 • Competency Assessment and Certification

Outlines the practical and written assessments used to verify RPG competency for certification. Prepares students for the final evaluation with clear performance criteria.

Lesson 2 • Case Presentation and Peer Review

Develops professional communication skills through structured case presentations to peers and instructors. Builds critical analysis of clinical reasoning and treatment choices.

Lesson 3 • Ethical and Professional Standards

Covers informed consent, professional boundaries, confidentiality, and scope-of-practice principles. Ensures students practice within recognised professional and ethical frameworks.

Lesson 4 • Reflective Practice and Self-Assessment

Introduces structured reflection tools to evaluate clinical performance and identify growth areas. Cultivates the habit of continuous professional self-improvement.