Assess and treat the cervical spine with more structure.

Build a practical approach to cervical anatomy, assessment, movement restriction, headache-related presentations, and treatment choices.

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This course can count towards Bodymaster Method Practitioner status. Complete the full 10-module Diploma route to work towards Dip BmP letters and a listing on John's public practitioner directory.

Who it is for

Built for practitioners who want practical clinical confidence.

This accredited course is comprised of 13 individual modules & over 75 lessons covering cervical spine anatomy, all the relevant pathologies, real-life case studies, neurological testing and practical demonstrations of all the techniques. It also counts towards the Bodymaster Method® Diploma.

Physiotherapists and sports therapistsDevelop more structured assessment and treatment reasoning for everyday clinic presentations.

Osteopaths, chiropractors and manual therapistsConnect anatomy, movement and hands-on technique in a practical Bodymaster Method format.

MSK podiatrists, coaches and movement professionalsUse clearer clinical language and safer reasoning around movement, pain and function.

Allied health studentsBuild confidence before moving into more advanced course work or the full Practitioner Diploma.

What you will walk away with

Clearer clinical reasoning, not just another certificate.

Each course page now makes the practical value obvious first, then shows how the learner can use the course as part of John's bigger Diploma pathway.

Functional Anatomy of the Cervical SpineIncludes Functional Anatomy of the Cervical Spine and Bony Landmarks of the Cervical Spine.

Posture & Position of the Cervical SpineIncludes Posture & Position of the Cervical Spine and Presentation of Posture & Position of the Cervical Spine.

Anatomy & Function of the Cervical & Brachial PlexusesIncludes Anatomy & Function of the Cervical & Brachial Plexuses and Anatomy of the Brachial Plexus.

Assessment of the Cervical Spine, AA joint & OA JointIncludes Spurling's Compression test and Valsalva Manoeuvre Test.

Course breakdown

14 cervical spine lessons from the online course.

Use this section to see the main learning areas covered before you enrol.

Lesson 01

Functional Anatomy of the Cervical Spine

Lesson 02

Posture & Position of the Cervical Spine

Lesson 03

Anatomy & Function of the Cervical & Brachial Plexuses

Lesson 04

Assessment of the Cervical Spine, AA joint & OA Joint

Lesson 05

Deep Tendon Reflexes (DTRs) of the Cervical Spine

Lesson 06

Motor Testing - Myotomes of the Cervical Spine

Lesson 07

Sensory Testing - Dermatomes & Cutaneous Nerves

Lesson 08

Cervical Disc Anatomy, Conditions & Case Studies

Lesson 09

Common Medical Conditions associated with the Cervical Spine

Lesson 10

Muscle Length Testing & Treatment for the Cervical Spine

Lesson 11

Myofascial Techniques for the Cervical Spine

Lesson 12

Kinesiology & Athletic Taping for the Cervical Spine

Lesson 13

Nerve Tension (Neurodynamic) Testing & Treating

Inside the course

Learning areas from the course itself.

These examples are taken from the course sections and lesson titles learners receive inside the online course.

Muscle Length Testing & Treatment for the Cervical SpineIncludes Muscle Length Testing & Treatment for the Cervical Spine and Anatomy & Function of the Upper Trapezius & Levator Scapulae.

Myofascial Techniques for the Cervical SpineIncludes Myofascial Techniques for the Cervical Spine and Soft Tissue Techniques - Upper Trapezius & Levator Scapulae.

Kinesiology & Athletic Taping for the Cervical SpineIncludes Kinesiology & Athletic Taping for the Cervical Spine and K-taping - Mid-Thoracic Spine & Rhomboids.

Nerve Tension (Neurodynamic) Testing & TreatingIncludes Nerve Tension (Neurodynamic) Testing & Treating and ULTT - Median Nerve.

Full Diploma pathway

This is not just a standalone course. It can count towards practitioner status.

The Vital Cervical Spine is one of the 10 modules in the Bodymaster Method Practitioner Diploma. Learners can take it on its own now, or keep building towards Dip BmP letters and a listing on John's public practitioner directory.

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10-course pathwayBuild from individual online modules into the complete Bodymaster Method Practitioner Diploma.

Dip BmP statusComplete the Diploma pathway to work towards Bodymaster Method Practitioner recognition.

Practitioner directoryQualified practitioners can be listed on John's Bodymaster Method Practitioners page.

Be seen as a Bodymaster Method Practitioner.

The full Diploma is the route for practitioners who want more than CPD points. It gives learners a recognised pathway, professional letters, and a public listing that helps clients find qualified Bodymaster Method Practitioners.

Use the Dip BmP practitioner letters after completion

Be added to John's Bodymaster Method Practitioners Directory

Receive 50% off refresher courses as a registered practitioner

Learn from John Gibbons

Clear explanations from a practical clinician, author and educator.

John has trained thousands of therapists, written nine books, and built the Bodymaster Method for practitioners who want practical clinical confidence, not just CPD certificates.

"The course layout and information was excellent. It helped me understand more and fill in some gaps in my knowledge."

Study without pressureOnline learning lets practitioners revisit the teaching whenever they need a refresher.

Clear next stepEach course now points learners towards the full Diploma without hiding the standalone purchase.

Choose your route

Start with this course, or commit to the full Practitioner Diploma.

Some practitioners want one skill right now. Others want the complete Bodymaster Method pathway, Dip BmP status, and a place on John's practitioner directory.

Take this course

Best if you want this specific topic now and want to keep the option to continue later.

£149 one-time payment
Online study at your own pace
CPD certificate
Counts as 1 of the 10 Diploma modules

Take the full Diploma

Best if you want the complete Bodymaster Method practitioner pathway and the professional recognition that comes with it.

All 10 Diploma courses in one route
Work towards Dip BmP status
Practitioner directory listing after completion
50% off refresher courses as a registered practitioner

The Vital Cervical Spine online courseIncluded

Structured topic lessonsIncluded

John Gibbons teachingIncluded

Online accessIncluded

Counts towards full Practitioner DiplomaYes

Pathway to Dip BmP and practitioner directory listingDiploma route

Prefer learning live?

Want to see when John is presenting this live?

There is also a live masterclass route for this topic. Check John's current in-person course schedule if you would rather learn the techniques in the room with him.

Live masterclass option The Vital Cervical Spine Masterclass See John's site for the next available date and venue. See live course date

Questions

Common questions before enrolment.

Short, direct answers reduce checkout hesitation and help people understand whether this course or the full Diploma is right for them.

Is this course online?

Yes. This page has been built for John's online course offer and links back to the current public source or checkout page.

Does it count towards the Bodymaster Method Diploma?

Yes. This is one of the 10 modules that count towards the Bodymaster Method Practitioner Diploma.

Why mention the practitioner directory?

The full Diploma route can lead to Dip BmP practitioner status and a listing on John's public Bodymaster Method Practitioners page, which is a major reason to consider the full pathway.

Should I buy this course or the full Diploma?

If you want this topic only, start here. If you know you want the full Bodymaster Method practitioner pathway, Dip BmP status, and directory visibility, the full Diploma is the stronger route.

Start Cervical Spine with John Gibbons.

Get access to the online course, build practical clinical confidence, and keep a clear route open towards the full Bodymaster Method Practitioner Diploma.

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