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Ready to boost your practice and tackle neurodevelopment issues with confidence?
The Retained Neonatal Reflexes (RNR) course is here to help you master this advanced Applied Kinesiology technique.
Transform your clinic into a hub for families seeking comprehensive care. Attract families eager for your expertise in learning difficulties, behavioural challenges, and developmental delays. The RNR course is crafted for practitioners ready to overcome self-doubt and gain new skills.
Previously limited to face-to-face seminars the course is now online, supported by a community of your colleagues and your RNR facilitators and co-developers Chiropractic Doctors Susan Walker and Trent Banks. Learn at your pace, with optional (yet encouraged) online classes and 1:1 coaching by Dr Walker. RNR also holds face-to-face workshopping seminars that you are invited to attend.
Recognized by the International College of Applied Kinesiology (ICAK), this course builds on your foundation in Applied Kinesiology. Proficiency in manual muscle testing, functional neurology, and cranial fault assessment is recommended.
First introduced by Dr Keith Keen in 1996, the course has evolved with insights from Dr Walker and Dr Banks.
Translated and available in French, thanks to Dr Geneviève Gagné, it now reaches an even wider audience internationally.
Designed in easy segments on a gamified platform, the course helps you integrate new techniques seamlessly, with ongoing feedback for the best patient outcomes.
Our mission is to empower you to apply these techniques confidently, making your clinic a leader in innovative care.
Introducing the Retained Neonatal Reflexes (RNR) course — your gateway to mastering advanced techniques in Applied Kinesiology that will transform your clinic into a beacon of hope for families seeking comprehensive care.
Start your path to growth and patient success today!
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Here's what you need to know...
What is a Retained Neonatal Reflex (RNR)?
Primitive or neonatal reflexes are innate responses managed by the brainstem during early life, aiding in tasks like birth, breastfeeding, early movement and interaction. As a brain grows, these reflexes naturally fade, allowing the higher brain to take control, which is crucial for learning and social interactions.
Sometimes, these formative reflexes don't fade and remain persistent, due to issues like birth trauma, cranial restriction, and low muscle tone. If these redundant reflexes persist, they can affect behaviour, and the rate of development. Techniques developed by Dr. Keith Keen can help integrate these reflexes, freeing one's potential and allowing their true self to emerge.
What you will learn in the course:
👉 Primitive Reflexes:
Understand the basics of primitive reflexes and their role in early development. Learn how they affect neurological growth and behaviour.
👉 Reflex Patterns:
Identify and address reflex patterns that persist beyond their normal age, helping you manage these with confidence.
👉 Preparation Procedures:
Apply quick techniques to improve CSF flow, eye tracking, muscle tone, and resolve neurological issues.
👉 Expert Guidance:
Learn from Dr Trent Banks, a leading expert in RNR neurology, ensuring you gain valuable insights and skills. As a teaching Diplomate for the ICAK and a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board, Dr Banks brings unparalleled knowledge and insight to your learning experience. By the end of this course you'll have a comprehensive understanding of RNR neurology, taught in plain English concepts
👉 21 RNR Procedures:
Gain 21 effective procedures to integrate persistent reflex patterns, enhancing your practice in neurological care. Demonstrated by Dr Susan Walker, she brings her 15+ years of teaching to this course, ensuring contacts and vectors are clearly understood so you can deliver these procedures to your patients right away.
17 Learning Hours in bite-size lessons
This course, developed over 30 years, focuses on RNR techniques based on Applied Kinesiology and specific procedures for each retained neonatal reflex. More details are available at rnrs.com.au.
Chiropractic Dr. Walker DIBAK covers the theory and demonstrates each RNR procedure. Dr. Banks, a Diplomate with the American Chiropractic Neurology Board, explains the developmental neurology behind these methods.
Lessons range from a few minutes to 30 minutes, with downloadable notes and audio files.
Your registration provides long-term access to the online course, guaranteed for at least 12 months.
As an optional extra, you can add 12 weeks of coaching, including 1:1 mentoring with Dr. Walker and bi-monthly group lessons.
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What Reflex Procedures Will You Teach Me?
✓ Preparatory Procedures for releasing Dural Tension and IVD pressure
✓ Cranial Fault Corrections for Eye Tracking and Neck Strength
✓ Vagus Nerve Releases including Jugular Foramen Cranial Fault
✓ Hemisphere Dysfunction
✓ Fear Paralysis Reflex
✓ Moro Reflex
✓ Babkin Response
✓ Rooting Reflex
✓ Palmomental and Plantomental Reflexes
✓ Juvenile Suck Thrust
✓ Babinski Response
✓ Palmar Reflex
✓ Plantar Reflex
✓ Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex
✓ Symmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex
✓ Lateral Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex
✓ Sagittal Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex
✓ Landau Reflex
✓ Stepping Reflex
✓ Heel Reflex
✓ Suprapubic Reflex
✓ Spinal Galant Reflex
For more information on these reflexes visit rnrs.com.au.
"What a wonderfully put together course, it was easy to follow, simple in its complexity (compared to doing other courses which got bogged down in details). Dr Trent's explanation of the reflexes was the most succinct and easy to understand I've ever heard."
Dr Darrell Smith, AK Chiropractor. Tasmania
"The copy is entertaining and I enjoyed that, the gamification was cute too and I liked seeing how many points I'd gotten/percentage completion to know how much of that module I had left.
I really like the small bite sized videos. Easy to manage, easy to understand. The quizzes were great!”
Dr Carrie Rigoni, AK Chiropractor. Western Australia
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"Just to say I started your course last week and I'm thoroughly enjoying it. You are an excellent speaker - you have a lovely voice and speak very succinctly. The course is exceptionally detailed and very clearly laid out. I'm loving the different learning elements including the fun pop quizzes. I'll be singing your praises to all my future students!"
Karen Willis, AK Osteopath. London, UK
"I love the way the material is presented. I wish the whole AK Course was done like this. Filling in so many gaps in my knowledge. Loving it!"
Dr Shannon Huntley, AK, SOT, NET Chiropractor. Sydney, Australia
"I think it is amazing material and I am eager to master it, for my kids. I have five and I have already begun trying to help them with this information, as well as the kids (and adults) in my practice.
I had been studying primitive reflexes before I heard of your course and the frustration was how to facilitate the correction in the body. It always frustrates me when it seems we can figure what reflexes are at play, but can't really do much about it - like diagnosis heavy but treatment weak.
What you present is so helpful because I can be even more confident in the diagnosis but treat it so much better and faster than I was taught in the past.
Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to bring this information."
Dr Devin Orton, AK Chiropractor. Meridian, Idaho, USA
Your RNR Facilitators
Dr Susan Walker
BSc, MChiro, DIBAK
Meet Dr Susan Walker, a leader in Retained Neonatal Reflexes (RNR) with over 20 years of impactful work.
Starting with RNR Founder Dr Keith Keen in 2002, she earned her Teaching Diplomate from the International College of Applied Kinesiology (ICAK) in 2008.
Dr. Susan expanded the RNR course from 6 to 21 procedures, sharing her expertise at international ICAK conferences.
Her latest project, RNRs Online, aims to make these techniques accessible worldwide. Learn more about her journey at drsusanwalker.com.au.
Dr Trent Banks
BSc, MChiro, DACNB, DIBAK
Meet Dr Trent Banks, a leader in chiropractic care known for addressing complex cases with innovative solutions.
He earned his Masters in Chiropractic from Macquarie University in 1995 and has nearly 30 years of clinical experience.
Dr Trent's dedication to his field is evident in his achievement of Diplomate status with the American Chiropractic Neurology Board, highlighting his deep understanding of neurology. He also pursued Applied Kinesiology, earning another Diplomate status, which allows him to teach AK, RNR and easily explain the neurological processes in complex cases.
He provides valuable insights that enhance clinical practice.
Required Pre-Requisite Study
This course is for Applied Kinesiology Practitioners, taught by ICAK Teaching Diplomates.
To join, use the affiliate link from your AK Teaching Diplomate or show proof of completing a 100-hour AK course, AK Certification, or AK Foundation course.
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His comprehensive program can be studied at home, at your own pace, ensuring you’re fully prepared to embark on this exciting journey with us.
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How Can I Learn RNR Method?
You'll get long term access to the full RNR Online course, inclusive of any future updates or added resources.
Easy access to the course via App or Online
An invitation to join our exclusive 'RNR Practitioner Insights Exchange' Facebook Group
Certificates of online learning at the end of each module and at the completion of the online course.
Optional:
Hard copy course compendium shipped to your door in the form of 2 full-colour manuals
Product bundle to get you started
1:1 Coaching and bi-monthly Q&A and group lessons
The Course Compendium
The Course Manuals complement your digital downloads, enhancing your learning experience.
Two Hard Copy Manuals: Over 270 pages of full-color content.
Quick Reference: Summary pages for easy access to key information.
Convenience: Shipped directly to you to support your learning journey.
What is the Cost
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"I just finished going through the course. I really enjoyed it. I have been exposed to RNRs before, but this just all made sense. Doing the course for myself was way more enjoyable. And I will still be keeping an eye out for a live course that I can get to."
Dr James Fulcher, AK Chiropractor. Hunter Valley, Australia
"A must for every Chiropractor working with kids."
Dr Mary Papatheocharous, AK Chiropractor. Sydney, Australia
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