Kinesiology

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Kinesiology

• By
• ISHMEL SAHID
• GLORIA BACH

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History of Kinesiology

• Where did Kinesiology come from?
• Roots in the early sixties w/ George Goodheart,
  an American Chiropractor.
• Began muscle testing to evaluate muscle
  performance, posture and general structural
  imbalances.
• Developed system called Applied Kinesiology
• Shared knowledge with other chiropractors and
  professionals.

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KINESIOLOGY BREAKDOWN

• Kinesiology refers to the study of muscles and
  movement in the body
• Now seen and used in a wider context
• Kinesiology uses simple, safe, precise muscle
  testing procedures (M Testing) to find problem
  areas
• Utilizes
• Massage
• Touch
• Nutrition
• Energy reflexes

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USES FOR KINESIOLOGY

• Pain
• Stress and confusion
• Digestive disorders
• Fatigue and tiredness
• Back pain
• Learning disabilities
• Allergies
• Nervous disorders
• Sports injuries
• Personal development
• General well-being

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HOW DOES KINESIOLOGY WORK?

• M Testing is a form of biofeedback
• A particular muscle is held in a contracted state
• Pressure is applied to this stiffened muscle.
• If the muscle holds or locks, it is considered
  a positive feedback response.
• Many different types of stress are tested to see
  how they affect the person.
• IS THIS A FORM OF MEDICAL TREATMENT?
• NO. Kinesiology can help identify blockage and
  balance
• It is not used to diagnose, treat, or work with
  named diseases.
• Kinesiology enhances the bodys innate ability.
• It is not a substitute for seeing a licensed
  doctor

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SUB-MAJORS

• The field of Kinesiology branches off into a
  numerous amount of health career choices which
  include
• Occupational therapy
• Physical therapy
• Rehabilitation services
• Physical educator
• Nutritionist
• Chiropracticioner
• Sports Management
• Exercise and fitness consultant
• Athletic trainer..

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SUB-MAJORS continued

• Four sub-majors
• Athletic training
• Exercise and fitness
• Kinesiology
• Health and fitness management

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WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work with people ages 9-97
• Must have good communication skills
• Kinesiology sessions generally last for an hour
  depending on the sub-major
• Some practitioners will send a questionnaire
  prior to the first visit
• Most will take a detailed history at the first
  session
• The assessment will include muscle testing

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Salary Rate

• Salaries are within a middle class range,
  depending on the sub-major field
• Typical athletic trainer (bachelor's degree)
  32,000 a year.
• Physical therapist (masters degree) 40,00 a
  year.
• Sport psychologist (doctrine) 50,000 a year
• Generally, the more education, the more money

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GETTING INTO THE FIELD

• Beginnings
• Reason for pursuing a career in kinesiology
• Techniques are simple, effective, fascinating,
  and easy to use
• High School Preparation
• Take at least 4 years of math (AP/IB highly
  recommended)
• 3-4 years of general science Biology, Chemistry,
  Anatomy, Physics
• Further High School Preparation
• Watch your friends and family in motion
• Take detailed notes
• Tell them what theyre doing wrong and how they
  can improve their health and life.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

• Ms.Nikiya Harris, HCOP Pre-college Coordinator
• Mr. Duane Mueller, HCOP Counselor
• Ms. Marion L. McDowell, Assistant Dean