Malposition of Airway Axial Alignment and Stomatognathic Common Compensatory Conflict

Presented by: Ron Hruska, MPA, PT

Original Presentation Date: September 24, 2021

Course Description:

Uncover the intricacies of "Malposition of Airway Axial Alignment and Stomatognathic Common Compensatory Conflict" in this comprehensive course. Delve into the depths of cortical visual mechanisms influencing our perception of balance through peripheral optic flow. Discover how the human body, acting as a precision pump, expertly manages air and fluid pressures using binocular balance. Evaluate the multifaceted factors impacting spatial attention allocation in the cortical hemisphere, from visual perception to locomotor movement and pulmonary function. Gain insights into central ventilation, exploring the broader scope of global autonomics within our bodies. Understand the autonomic nervous system, identifying its three distinct neural pathways and their unique functions. Uncover the purpose and physiological effects of the vagus nerve, and learn how neck imbalances impact the oculocardiac reflex and cardiovascular health. Analyze the dynamic relationship between proprioceptive input and eye movement in the context of balance and perception. By the end of this course, you will be equipped to explain the four interconnected functions of the human proprioceptive system, shedding light on its pivotal role in maintaining equilibrium and perception.

Learning Objectives:

• Describe the cortical visual mechanisms that contribute to the perception of balance through peripheral optic flow.
• Break down the processes by which the human body, acting as a pump, modulates and regulates air and fluid pressures through binocular balance.
• Evaluate how the allocation of spatial attention in the cortical hemisphere can be influenced by factors such as visual perception, homeostatic location, forward locomotor movement, and hemispheric pulmonary function.
• Define central ventilation and the broader aspects of global autonomics within the human body.
• Explain the autonomic nervous system, distinguishing its three distinct neural pathways and their respective functions.
• Describe the purpose and physiological effects of the vagus nerve on the human body.
• Elaborate on the effects of neck imbalances on the oculocardiac reflex and its impact on the cardiovascular system.
• Examine the interplay between proprioceptive input and eye movement in the context of balance and perception.
• Explain the four interconnected functions of the human proprioceptive system, shedding light on its multifaceted role in maintaining equilibrium and perception.

Speaker Bio:

Ron Hruska is a highly accomplished professional in the field of physical therapy, renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to postural adaptation patterns and neuromechanical stability. He earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Nebraska Lincoln. He later pursued a degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, where he graduated in 1980. Following his education, Ron embarked on a distinguished career, commencing as a staff Physical Therapist at the Omaha Veterans Administration Medical Center, where he eventually rose to the role of Assistant Chief and Clinical Educator by 1983. During this period, he earned a Master of Public Administration from the University of Nebraska, Omaha. Ron's journey continued with a position as Director of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation at St. Elizabeth Community Health Center in Lincoln, Nebraska, where he served until 1997. In 1997, he joined Inverse Technology Corporation as Director of Clinical Services, concurrently teaching courses nationwide on "Patella-Femoral Dysfunction and Photonics" and pioneering Postural Restoration® courses. In 1999, he established Hruska Clinic Restorative Physical Therapy Services, a private practice clinic in Lincoln, Nebraska. His vast clinical experience culminated in founding the Postural Restoration Institute® in 2000, which delves into the science of postural adaptations and the influence of polyarticular muscle chains. 2011 Ron co-founded PRI Vision, LLC in Lincoln, NE, with Dr. Heidi Wise. His interests span myokinematic, biomechanical, occlusal, and visual influences on postural and peripheral adaptation patterns, making him a sought-after lecturer and consultant for healthcare professionals globally. Throughout his career, Ron has actively participated in the American Physical Therapy Association, holding various roles and serving as President of the Nebraska Chapter. He has also contributed to the field through inventions and patents, such as the Protonics Neuromuscular Training System, Prism, and Priori PRI Aquatic systems. Ron's expertise and interdisciplinary approach have attracted patients and healthcare professionals worldwide to the Hruska Clinic in Lincoln, Nebraska. His dedication to education persists, with Ron continuing to teach numerous courses each year through the Postural Restoration Institute®, along with providing consultancy services in various clinical settings. Additionally, he serves as a Biomechanical Consultant to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln through the Division of Athletic Medicine, further solidifying his impact in the field.