Primal Reflex Release Technique

Primal Reflex Release Technique Helping clinicians identify the highest-leverage path to meaningful, measurable change through better assessment, focused intervention, and reassessment.

Clinical education, live training, and online courses. The Primal Reflex Release Technique™ (PRRT, pronounced "pert") is a manual-therapy approach for evaluating and relieving musculoskeletal pain. PRRT is often able to accomplish in just seconds what joint mobilization and manipulation, trigger point therapy, and soft tissue and myofascial release can do over time. PRRT has been found effective i

n more than 80% of patients with painful conditions. How can it be so successful? PRRT is based on the premise that over-stimulation of the body’s primal reflexes creates pain and keeps painful patterns occurring again and again. These reflexes -- startle, withdrawal, and the protective joint reflexes--are hardwired into the nervous system of the body for the purpose of survival. When a person experiences a painful or startling event, these reflexes are triggered in an attempt to protect the body. Unfortunately, these reflexes often persist in a state of hyper-readiness long after the triggering event has passed. When sustained over time, activated reflex responses lead to patterns of pain that are reproduced, repeated, and maintained, interfering with healing and resisting therapeutic efforts to restore natural function. PRRT addresses muscle and joint receptors along with their spinal modulation. These often overlooked and seldom-treated areas of the body are the cause and solution for many types of pain, including:

-Restricted motion
-Pain with or without motion
-Reduced spontaneity of motion
-Muscle tightness, stiffness, and/or tension

The Primal Reflex Release Technique™ treatment system offers an innovative combination and application of techniques that facilitate rapid “neural reboot.” This neural reboot resets the neural control of joints, muscles, and fascia to release joint restrictions, trigger points, and fascial restrictions not unlike when you reboot your computer.

08/22/2026

When plantar fasciitis symptoms persist, it's time to look beyond the foot. Master Instructor Carl Christie explains how a persistent presentation invites a broader clinical assessment, rather than solely focusing on the symptomatic area. Learn how PRRT™ encourages individualized assessment to uncover what truly drives your results. Discover more at theprrt.com.

08/21/2026

Master Instructor Carl Christie explains why palpation pressure isn't one-size-fits-all. Learn to start gently, observe responses, and adjust pressure based on individual patient needs and the information you're seeking. Discover the PRRT™ approach to patient-specific assessment. Visit theprrt.com to learn more.

08/19/2026

Master Instructor Frank Fantazzi, PT, explains why involving patients in the assessment process is crucial. When patients recognize and feel their own findings, they can actively participate in observing progress during reassessment. This fosters clear communication and shared understanding, reinforcing PRRT™'s assessment-driven approach. Learn more at theprrt.com.

08/18/2026

Observe the upper trapezius: what's really happening here? Master Instructor Ben Pero explores this common finding, highlighting its innervation by cranial nerve XI. It's a reminder to look beyond assumptions and consider anatomy. Learn more about PRRT™ at theprrt.com.

08/18/2026

Ever wonder how your shoulder connects to your throat? The omohyoid muscle bridges the gap from your powerful shoulder blade all the way to the delicate hyoid bone. What's truly unique is that the hyoid doesn't attach to any other bone in your body, making it a 'floating' marvel.

08/14/2026

Master Instructor Ben Pero shares a clinical case where PRRT™'s One-Minute Exam revealed diaphragm restrictions influencing shoulder range of motion. After addressing the diaphragm, remarkable shoulder mobility improvements were observed without direct shoulder treatment. This highlights the power of assessment-driven decisions in guiding effective clinical interventions. Learn more about the PRRT™ system at theprrt.com.

08/13/2026

Learn to recognize reflexive responses with Master Instructor Mark Kurganov's PRRT™ technique. Observe how activation differentiates between strong and weak reflexes. This clip highlights the importance of observation in PRRT™ training, emphasizing patient-specific responses over rote technique. For more on our assessment-driven system, visit theprrt.com.

08/13/2026

Master Instructor Ben Pero highlights the coccyx as a crucial, often overlooked, area in clinical assessment. He shares a memorable patient case of long-standing coccyx pain that resolved significantly within three visits, underscoring the importance of thorough examination. Learn more about PRRT™ at theprrt.com.

08/12/2026

Master Instructor Ben Pero shares a key lesson from PRRT™ founder John Iams: move beyond asking 'What can I do for this patient?' to 'What does this patient's assessment reveal?' Discover how previous successes can lead to biased decisions and the importance of individualized, assessment-driven clinical reasoning. Learn to identify and overcome 'ego-based decision bias' to prioritize patient needs effectively. Visit theprrt.com to learn more.

08/11/2026

Master Instructor Carl Christie shares a memorable case from his early PRRT journey. A patient with a history of a jaw fracture presented with tight levators. Carl's curiosity led him to reassess after jaw work, revealing a significant, unexpected change. This experience highlighted the value of objective reassessment and how it shapes clinical reasoning.

Learn more at www.theprrt.com.

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