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a hands-on therapy in which the practitioner-kinesiologist tests the
strength of various muscles in order to identify imbalances and
nutritional deficiencies throughout the body. This enables the
kinesiologist to build up a clear picture of any health problems and to
correct them with manipulation, meridians, creative imagery and
nutritional recommendations.
Kinesiology was developed in the 1960s by Dr George Goodheart, American chiropractor, who was keen to discover why it was that the pain-relieving manipulations he had made during a treatment often didn't last. He could fix a bad back or sore neck with manipulation, but sometimes patients found that the body "slipped back" and the problem would recur. Through trial and error, he found that by rubbing what he thought were muscles, the body seemed to be persuaded to "keep" the chiropractic corrections that had been made. It later became clear that he was actually rubbing what are called lymph sites. These are points along the body's very own waste-disposal unit, known as the lymph system.
Kinesiologists have discovered that certain muscles become weaker as a response to something happening elsewhere in the body. They say that this is because the lymph system has become sluggish, allowing a build-up of toxins including lactic acid, which triggers aching. To the average person, this might sound far-fetched.
Allergies - or sensitivity - can also be tested in this way. It's been found that if someone is suspected of having an intolerance for a certain food or substance, simply placing a morsel under the tongue or even just holding it against the abdomen, weakens the muscle being tested. Removing the substance and retesting the muscle shows it is strengthened again.
The links between kinesiology and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) are very clear, since stimulating various points - lymph and acupressure points - can correct the muscle weakness and the underlying problem which caused it in the first place.
Sessions will strengthen the body, helping healing and stimulating wellness. During a session, the body provides all the information needed to identify exactly what steps should be taken to restore it to full health. It is like looking at a textbook: if you read it properly, it tells you exactly what you want to know.
You will be asked to sit down, stand up or lie on a couch, fully clothed, while the kinesiologist exerts pressure against your arms or legs and asks you to resist. There's no pain, but you may find you're unable to resist the pressure. She or he will then spend a minute gently massaging the relevant lymph point on your body - or ask you to do it - before trying again.
People who experience this are often amazed to find that this small correction means that, when the test is repeated, they are able to resist the same amount of pressure, meaning that the muscle is strengthened and the underlying problem is resolved. The kinesiologist will also discuss nutrition and, possibly, other remedies you may need to take. Expect to go three or four times to see a real improvement. A session last for about 1 ½ hours and will cost around £45.
Deborah Dooley, alternative health writer
Kinesiology was developed in the 1960s by Dr George Goodheart, American chiropractor, who was keen to discover why it was that the pain-relieving manipulations he had made during a treatment often didn't last. He could fix a bad back or sore neck with manipulation, but sometimes patients found that the body "slipped back" and the problem would recur. Through trial and error, he found that by rubbing what he thought were muscles, the body seemed to be persuaded to "keep" the chiropractic corrections that had been made. It later became clear that he was actually rubbing what are called lymph sites. These are points along the body's very own waste-disposal unit, known as the lymph system.
Kinesiologists have discovered that certain muscles become weaker as a response to something happening elsewhere in the body. They say that this is because the lymph system has become sluggish, allowing a build-up of toxins including lactic acid, which triggers aching. To the average person, this might sound far-fetched.
How does it work?
But it all starts to make sense when you've seen a kinesiologist recognise imbalances, health problems or deficiencies simply by using the muscle-testing procedure. The practitioner will then make adjustments by rubbing and manipulating different areas, constantly testing and retesting to check that the muscles are now strengthened.Allergies - or sensitivity - can also be tested in this way. It's been found that if someone is suspected of having an intolerance for a certain food or substance, simply placing a morsel under the tongue or even just holding it against the abdomen, weakens the muscle being tested. Removing the substance and retesting the muscle shows it is strengthened again.
The links between kinesiology and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) are very clear, since stimulating various points - lymph and acupressure points - can correct the muscle weakness and the underlying problem which caused it in the first place.
What can I expect during a session?
Sessions will strengthen the body, helping healing and stimulating wellness. During a session, the body provides all the information needed to identify exactly what steps should be taken to restore it to full health. It is like looking at a textbook: if you read it properly, it tells you exactly what you want to know.
You will be asked to sit down, stand up or lie on a couch, fully clothed, while the kinesiologist exerts pressure against your arms or legs and asks you to resist. There's no pain, but you may find you're unable to resist the pressure. She or he will then spend a minute gently massaging the relevant lymph point on your body - or ask you to do it - before trying again.
People who experience this are often amazed to find that this small correction means that, when the test is repeated, they are able to resist the same amount of pressure, meaning that the muscle is strengthened and the underlying problem is resolved. The kinesiologist will also discuss nutrition and, possibly, other remedies you may need to take. Expect to go three or four times to see a real improvement. A session last for about 1 ½ hours and will cost around £45.
Deborah Dooley, alternative health writer