What is it?

Postural relaxation is a specialized TOP technique that is revolutionizing your relationship with your body! This unique method combines therapeutic stretching, conscious breathing, and muscle relaxation to correct postural imbalances and release deep-seated tensions.

Specially designed to counter the harmful effects of our modern lifestyles (prolonged sitting, stress, carrying loads), RpO acts as a Complete postural reset that restores your body to its natural alignment.

The intention

🎯 RPO priority targets

Relaxation of key postural muscles:

• Spine : the entire vertebral column
• Osteopathic muscular line : from the shoulder girdle to the pelvis
• Emotional muscles : diaphragm and psoas (stress storage areas)

Correction of common deformations:

• Kyphotic attitudes : arched back, rolled shoulders
• Anteversion of the pelvis : excessive camber
• Cervical tensions : stiff and tight neck

Respiratory optimization:

• Diaphragm stress in large amplitude
• Abdominal and complete breathing on 3 levels: Belly - Chest - Shoulders (VTE)
• Stretch-exhale sync for maximum relaxation

The principles of execution

⚡ Precise methodology

Use of the wall:

• Support for the feeling of the correct placement of the column
• Helps to erase cervical and lumbar curvatures
• Stable reference for precision work

Respiratory technique:

• Opening the shoulders thanks to full breathing
• Maximum lengthening of the spine
• Placing the stretch on the slowest and deepest exhale possible

Execution procedures:

• Minimum 3 reps per fiscal year
• Very slow execution and controlled
• No pain No discomfort tolerated
• Adaptation according to individual abilities
• Awareness body reactions before, during, and after

The complete protocol

🏗️ Structure of the session in 6 phases

Phase 1: Preparation

• Briefing and explanation of the objectives
• Installation in a quiet standing position
• Respiratory exercises

Phase 2: Stand up against the wall

• Exercise 1 : Diaphragm stretch and lumbar region
• Exercise 2 : Correction of cervical hyperlordosis, stretching of the flexor muscles of the neck, spine and paravertebral erectors, trapezius upper fascicles. (picture 2)
• Exercise 3 : Stretching of the erector muscles of the spine and paravertebrals, trapezius, superior and median fascicles, rhomboids.(picture 3)

Phase 3: Semi-extended station

Position: feet against the wall, legs at 90° (or on a chair)

• Exercise 4 : Correction of cervical hyperlordosis attitudes, lengthening of the spine, stretching of the erector spine and thoracic muscles (small and large pectoral muscles).(picture 4)
• Exercise 5 : Stretching of the thoracic and postural muscles (para-vertebral: spinal and inter-spinous).(picture 5)

Phase 4: Extended station

• Exercise 6: Idem no. 4, lengthening of the spine and replacement of the cervical vertebrae.(picture 6)
• Exercise 7: Stretching of the psoas and lumbar region.(picture 7)
• Exercise 8: Stretching of the lateral posterior muscle chain muscles (upper and lower extremities) (image 8)‍
• Exercise 9: Stretching of the gluteal muscles, lumbar chain and lateral osteopathy.(picture 9)

Phase 5: End of session

• ‍Exercise 10: End of session picture 10 or another comfortable position and enjoy the relaxed state, aware of the changes

Phase 6: Post-session precautions

• Like any session involving relaxation, it should be done well before an activity because of possible hypovigilance.

When should you use rPO?

🎯 Ideal situations

• After long days In a sitting position
• In case of tension cervical or lumbar
• To counter stress accumulated in the body
• Before bedtime for a restful sleep
• In addition other TOP techniques
• In prevention musculoskeletal disorders

The benefits

✨ Visible and sustainable transformations

Postural improvement:

• Natural straightening of the spine
• Opening the rib cage
• Relaxing shoulders
• Neck lengthening

Physical well-being:

• Reduction in chronic pain
• Improving flexibility
• Optimization of breathing
• Revitals of vital energy

Psychological effects:

• Feeling of lightness
• Strengthened self-confidence
• Emotional stress released
• Better body image

Duration : 25 to 35 minutes of profound postural transformation

Important precautions

⚠️ Safety recommendations

• Possible hypovigilance : plan a rest before any activity
• Respect for boundaries Individuals
• Immediate stop In case of pain
• Adaptation according to existing pathologies

The RPO is your postural ally to regain an aligned, relaxed and energized body. A complete TOP technique that transforms your relationship with your body!