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Massage Therapy
Massage and Kinesiology
What You Need to Know about Massage and Kinesiology
Kinesiology is basically the study of how people’s bodies move and respond to
messages sent by the brain. The term, which stems from the same root word of
‘kinetics’, literally means the deep understanding of movement. Kinesiology is
most popularly applied in alternative medicine as a type of massage therapy that
involves the monitoring of muscles to see what could be wrong or imbalanced in a
person’s body.
The technique of Kinesiology carefully scrutinizes the stress reactions that may
be unresolved in people’s bodies. From this, the Kinesiology practitioner would
assist the body to heal naturally with the help of procedures such as massage.
How did Kinesiology come about?
Kinesiology is often seen as an offshoot of chiropractics, combined with the
ancient Chinese principle of chi energy, which is most commonly demonstrated in
acupuncture. Kinesiology uses biofeedback or muscle monitoring to guide
practitioners in the massage therapy.
How does Kinesiology work?
A healthy and normal nervous system is creatively designed for self-regulation
and adaptation to changes in the environment. However, there are times when the
body fails to adapt well, and this manifests with stress in muscles.
Kinesiologists then look for the muscle stress patterns to see what could be
causing the problems and how to fix them.
What can be treated by Kinesiology?
Kinesiology can treat a wide range of ailments by stimulating body energies and
tapping its hidden potential to heal itself. A lot of ailments actually stem
from these body imbalances and thus Kinesiology could help treat or cure a lot
of disorders, both physical and mental. Among the many health problems that can
be treated by Kinesiology are muscular disorders, allergies, emotional problems,
stress, nervous disorders, nutritional deficiencies and psychomotor
difficulties.
How is Kinesiology practiced?
A Kinesiology practitioner usually gets the health history of the patient. The
patient then lies fully clothed on the massage table, where the practitioner
will perform a series of tests involving the patient with some trials depending
on the health problem at hand. Here are some of the tests that may be involved
in a Kinesiology session:
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Physical test – here, the Kinesiology
practitioner would test the integrity of the neuromuscular system by tasking
the patient to manipulate a leg or an arm in particular ways. The patient
would then hold the positions, as the practitioner would exert mild pressure
to the limb.
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Chemical Test – here, the practitioner
would test the reaction of the patient to particular allergens or foods by
placing small quantities of a suspected substance to the body. The
Kinesiologists would examine the body’s reaction by watching for the
relationship among muscles and their corresponding organs.
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Mental Test – here, the practitioner would
ask the patient to think about particular objects or feelings while the
muscles are being monitored. Certain imbalances or stress reactions are
being watched for in this session.
Among the wide range of techniques used in Kinesiology are acupressure,
hypertonic release of muscles, massage emphasizing body, reflex and trigger
points, nutritional counseling, homeopathic remedies such as aromatherapy,
lymphatic massage, and emotional release.
Is Kinesiology medically proven?
There are a lot of ailments in the nervous system that can influence muscle
strength. However, there is not much scientific research that backs up the
philosophy of Kinesiology since it is regarded as a health practice that uses
the energy model instead of medical principles. Nevertheless, a significant
number of patients who underwent professional Kinesiology therapy have given
strong testimonies about the relief they experienced after sessions and the
great improvements of their general well being.
How does one find a Kinesiology practitioner?
When looking for a Kinesiologist, it is best to consult with the professional
alternative medicine association in your area to get a list of their members who
practice Kinesiology. You may also ask referrals from health practitioners as
well as the recommendation of your family and friends.
When you first meet a Kinesiology practitioner, do not be afraid to ask about
their experiences, qualifications and trainings received. Avoid Kinesiology
practitioners who prescribe you to totally abandon the medical treatments you
are going through because such cases must be carefully consulted with your
physician.
Kinesiology could greatly help relieve a lot of symptoms that are connected to a
lot of body ailments. However, Kinesiology should not be used to solely diagnose
disorders. It is still best to avail of Kinesiology in conjunction with
conventional medicine.
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