Kinesiology.

By: Thomas Hunter

Stressed muscles cause a lot of pain, and taking pain medications either leave us sleepy or don't work for any length of time. The bottom line is that pain killers only mask the symptomatic pain; they do not relieve the injuries that cause the pain in the first place.

Kinesiology practitioners use techniques in which they test the muscles in order to determine the imbalances in the body. They then use a number of various techniques to restore balance. Kinesiology not only works on the body-there has been recorded success with using this practice to restore order to the mind and spirit of the individual as well. This makes sense since when we are in pain we not only feel it in our bodies, but can also become depressed and moody.

The muscle testing techniques used in kinesiology are non-invasive. The limbs of the body are placed in various positions and then light pressure is applied. Very often there is no pain, only discomfort involved. If the muscle does not respond properly then it is an indication of the patient needing further therapies. The condition can then be treated on all levels; pain relief, chiropractic to realign something out of place which caused the problem to first develop, and strength training for a stronger muscle. Kinesiology's practitioners believe that each muscle is linked to a variety of mental and emotional imbalances, as well as the more obvious physical problems.

The practice of kinesiology is thought to eliminate the guesswork in diagnosing a condition by the use of the body's natural feedback system. They believe that by using this technique that the practitioner can not only determine the treatment(s), but the order in which they should be received in order to holistically and completely alleviate the pain and control or cure the problem. The permanent cure is rooted in treating the original condition.

As an example, say the patient presents as itching, sinus problems, headache, and irritability. These are the symptoms which need to be alleviated, the cause is an allergy. If the patient went to a conventional physician, he might be prescribed some allergy medication that reduces the physical symptoms, but unless the allergy itself is treated, the patient would have to continue taking the medication indefinitely, which could cause mental or emotional side effects.

Kinesiology has been thought to improve various conditions such as allergies and depression, arthritis, digestive problems (which have had the greatest recovery rate), learning problems, all kinds of muscle pain (the original complaint most seekers of kinesiology treatment present with), post operative pain and acne.

The treatments are specific to each individual, but usually include reflex massage. Other types of treatment are sometimes preformed such as a mechanical adjustment wherein massage or gentle chiropractic procedures are used to bring the original skeletal structure into alignment. Because there are 206 bones in the human body, all attached to muscles by ligaments, realigning the skeletal structure eases the pressure of the tension on the muscles, causing everything from blood flow to nerve impulses to correct.

Nutrition and diet play an important role in kinesiology therapy as well. The patient's current mineral and vitamin intake are charted and adjustments made to the diet in order to ensure the proper food is fueling your muscles. This chart is also used to determine possible food allergies. Herbal remedies are then used to treat various emotional imbalances like depression and anger management issues. These treatments are used as preventative measures along with treating any problems presenting at the time of the initial consultation.

DISCLAIMER:

This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read. The statements in this article have not been evaluated by the FDA, and are not intended to “diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease".

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