Description
Posture Evaluation and Treatment is a clinically focused webbook designed to help Registered Massage Therapists deepen their understanding of posture and apply effective, evidence-informed assessment and treatment strategies. It explores posture as a dynamic interaction between structure, movement, behavior, and psychosocial influences—rather than a static alignment alone.
This webbook guides practitioners through comprehensive posture assessment, including visual inspection, plumb line analysis, palpation, motion testing, functional screening, gait analysis, and clear documentation. It addresses common postural variants across different populations, including pregnancy, pediatric, and geriatric clients, while highlighting the impact of sedentary behavior, respiratory dysfunction, emotional stress, and long-term structural adaptations.
The treatment section provides practical, clinic-ready approaches such as manual therapy, corrective exercise, stretching and activation strategies, movement-based therapies, ergonomics, sleep setup, taping, bracing, and reassessment tools. Bonus content expands the clinical lens to include exercise integration, nutritional considerations, and long-term health optimization.
Posture Evaluation and Treatment equips practitioners with a clear framework to assess posture accurately, treat underlying contributors, and support lasting, functional change for their clients.
