KINESIOLOGY
Uses
Kinesiology does not treat named diseases, nor does it diagnose them. It is however may be able to access information about a person’s wellbeing and to promote physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health, and also determines the body’s muscle tension. It is beneficial to have a series of treatments. Kinesiology assists with the conditions such as:
- chronic and acute pain
- sports injuries
- stress and confusion, depression and anxiety
- digestive disorders
- fatigue, tiredness and poor performance levels
- learning and relationship difficulties
- allergies
Kinesiology is a holistic approach and employs a range of techniques including:
- acupressure
- lymphatic massage
- hypertonic muscle release
- attention to reflex, trigger and body points
- remedies, such as flower essences and homeopathics
- nutritional advice
Benefits
Muscle Monitoring accesses information often not available to the conscious mind. Benefits of energy balancing through kinesiology are:
- reduction of stress and pain
- correction of postural problems
- increase of mental and physical performance (school, work, sport)
- enhancement of learning in adults and children
- determination of allergy triggers
- personal development and promotion of health and general wellbeing
Types
There are different styles of Kinesiology, which generally fall into three groups:
- Applied Kinesiology: used by chiropractors, osteopaths, doctors and dentists
- Traditional Kinesiology: mainly biomechanics and exercise physiology
- Specialised Kinesiology: incorporates several modalities including Touch for Health, Applied Neurogenics, Applied Physiology, Neuro Linguistic Programming, Psych-Energetics, Allergetics, and Educational Kinesiology
Information adapted from Natural Therapy Pages, Better Health Channel Victoria and Kinesiology Connection.
