Kinesiology is a revolutionary holistic therapy, which has the potential to bring about amazing results.

Kinesiology is a holistic, bodywork therapy that works on all aspects of health – physical, nutritional, mental, emotional and spiritual. The goal is to help remove stressors that may be preventing the person enjoying optimum health.

Kinesiology works on the basis that in order to have total health, we must look at the whole person. Factors that affect the physical body will not only affect other parts of the body but will have an effect on the mind and emotions too. For example chronic back pain could lead to a person feeling depressed, while, by the same token, excessive worry could contribute to the development of a stomach ulcer. Behavioural problems in children, such as hyperactivity and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) can be triggered by sensitivity to foods/food additives and a lack of essential nutrients in the diet. In this situation it would be ineffective to treat the emotional/behavioural issues if the cause was a nutritional sensitivity. Kinesiology seeks to address the cause rather than the effects.

Often a person can exhibit a range of symptoms. How do we establish the cause and know what procedure is required?

A skilled kinesiology practitioner uses muscle monitoring/testing techniques to tune in to body energy systems on a very fine level (the body’s natural bio-feedback system) to assess where stress may be causing imbalances in these energy systems. Kinesiology makes use of the body’s inherent intelligence to find the best correction to bring the person into a healthy balance.

Kinesiology uses a very wide range of corrections such as massage on neurolymphatic reflex points, holding neurovascular points, work with the meridian system, changes to diet or lifestyle, help with food or environmental sensitivities, balancing techniques with the use of crystals, flower remedies, colour, etc, depending on what is indicated by the muscle monitoring process.

What can it help?

Kinesiology can help a wide range of conditions such as: arthritis, asthma, backache and neckache, behavioural problems, candida, chronic fatigue syndrome (ME), depression, irritable bowel syndrome, headaches, hormonal problems, joint pain, learning difficulties, phobias, prostate, rheumatism, stress, skin disorders, weight problems.

How did it develop?

Dr George Goodheart developed kinesiology in the 1960s. Through his research he was able to develop a system combining modern Western techniques and knowledge drawn from Eastern health systems. Since Dr. Goodheart’s discoveries, there have been many developments and there are now many branches of kinesiology.

Is it safe?

Kinesiology is a very safe, health enhancing therapy for all ages from infants to the elderly. It does not diagnose or treat diseases in the conventional sense – it allows the body to reveal what it needs to restore balance and a sense of well-being. This can bring about a marked improvement in health.

As with any practitioner or therapist it is wise to ensure they are appropriately qualified and registered with a governing body such as the Kinesiology Federation of Great Britain (KF).

What happens in a session?

Prior to a consultation an extensive questionnaire should be completed covering details on the present state of health, occupation, lifestyle, diet, medical history and a list of conditions, complaints and problems past and present, etc. This allows the therapist to be aware of any important health issues.

During a session the practitioner will explain the procedure of muscle testing and will place limbs in different positions and apply a light manual pressure to test muscle response. This assessment provides the information that can give insight into the cause of the problem. Thereafter muscle testing techniques are used to identify the best remedy from the wide variety of natural, non invasive gentle techniques available. The person may be required to perform reinforcement exercises at home and adopt changes to lifestyle or diet.

Sessions can last from 1–1 hours depending on the therapist.

Case Study

Karen was diagnosed with ME and for three years it was particularly severe, which left her feeling totally exhausted physically and mentally. Karen was so ill that for two years she was largely confined to bed. However, since having Kinesiology sessions, she has made a good recovery. She wrote:

‘Kinesiology has made a huge difference to my life; my health is so much better since finding kinesiology. It introduced me to a healthier lifestyle. I was mostly confined to my home, now I am able to go out of the house on a daily basis. At best I could only walk for 5 minutes before feeling utterly exhausted. Now I am able to walk for 1 hours, my legs are much stronger and I am able to live a more normal lifestyle. In the past my head always felt ‘fuzzy’ and I had great difficulty concentrating, now the ‘fuzzy’ feeling has practically gone and I can read and focus my attention much better.

In my kinesiology sessions it became apparent that I had multiple ‘sensitivities’ to everyday things such as dust, wheat, etc. It was also indicated that I had high levels of mercury in my system. I am particularly susceptible to electromagnetic radiation from household appliances and geopathic influences in my home.

I was advised to make some changes to my diet and lifestyle and this has made a tremendous difference. I feel so much better in myself; I know I can make more progress and with the help I have received from kinesiology, I feel confident that I can manage my energy and enjoy lasting good health.’

Claire Tomlins (KFRP) is a leading exponent of Kinesiology and has trained globally with the world’s leading authorities. She is the founder and principal of Harmony Kinesiology College (HKC) in Glasgow and is a member of the Kinesiology Federation of Great Britain (KF) and the British Complementary Medicine Association (BCMA).