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Autonomic Impressions — Zone 4 Quick Reference
Polyvagal Theory — Observable States & Clinical Sequencing
Regulated / Socially Engaged
Observable Signs
- •Relaxed jaw & face
- •Level, soft eye gaze
- •Fluid movement
- •Normal breath rhythm
- •Responsive posture
Clinical Guidance
Can progress to loading & challenge exercises. Full treatment range available.
Sequence: Zone 1 → 2 → 3 → 4
Activated / Fight-Flight
Observable Signs
- •Braced jaw / clenching
- •Fixed or vigilant gaze
- •Shallow chest breath
- •Elevated shoulders
- •Guarded trunk
Clinical Guidance
Begin with regulation first. Avoid loading a braced nervous system.
Sequence: Zone 4 → 1 → 2 → 3
Shutdown / Immobilised
Observable Signs
- •Collapsed posture
- •Downward gaze
- •Low propulsion
- •Flat affect
- •Disconnected breath
Clinical Guidance
Gentle orienting & activation first. Very gradual load introduction.
Sequence: Zone 4 → 4 → 1 → 2 → 3
Activation-Shutdown / Unclear
Observable Signs
- •Alternating brace/collapse
- •Asymmetric tension
- •Inconsistent breath
- •Mixed posture cues
- •Unpredictable response
Clinical Guidance
Prioritise safety & predictability. Short, gentle sessions with clear feedback.
Sequence: Zone 4 → 4 → 1 (slow)
Myofascial Lines — Visual Reference
Use this as a quick reference while conducting posture and gait assessments. The major myofascial meridians (Superficial Front Line, Superficial Back Line, Lateral Line, Spiral Line, Deep Front Line) are visible in this image and connect directly to the Anatomy Trains framework used throughout PosturePro.
A Clinician’s Guide to Posture, Movement, Load Sharing, and Longevity. A Clinical Framework for Movement Professionals, written by Luther Lockard
Added 1/13/2026
10 principles of posture fitness
Added 12/29/2025
Everything you have ever felt or done in your life was due to brain function. At the most basic level, the intricate firing rates and patterns of your brain both determine who you have been and, more importantly, who you will become. All human change represents changes in that individual’s nervous
Added 12/25/2025
The Brain-Based Practitioner’s Guide to Isometric Training
Added 12/25/2025
Isometric guidance for developing strength
Added 12/25/2025
Healthy feet are the foundation of a healthy body. They allow us to move freely, support our weight, and engage in activities that enrich our lives. The right footwear, particularly barefoot shoes like Barestep Active 2.0 and Summit, plays a crucial role in maintaining the health and strength of our feet. This guide offers daily practices to keep your feet strong, flexible, and
Added 12/25/2025
Brain-based guide to headaches
Added 12/25/2025
Research of Sensorimotor anatomy of gait, balance, and falls
Added 12/25/2025
How frequencies resonate with the human body
Added 12/25/2025
Brain-Based Practitioner’s Guide
Added 12/25/2025
These charts will help identify pain patterns that are common with various musculoskeletal disorders The tissue type and associated conditions are in the far-left column. Evaluation procedures commonly used are listed in the row across the top.
Added 12/25/2025
Myofascial description of sitting and standing stretching and strengthening protocol
Added 12/25/2025
Detains content of PostureWellness system training and philosophy
Added 12/25/2025
Complete instructor training manual covering teaching philosophy, assessment strategies, cueing techniques, zone-specific instruction, and professional ethics for the PostureWellness system.
Added 12/25/2025