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Applied Kinesiology (AK) is a diagnostic system that uses muscle testing to assess structural, chemical, and emotional imbalances in the body. Developed by chiropractor Dr. George Goodheart in the 1960s, AK is based on the principle that muscle strength reflects the functional state of related organs, glands, and systems.
Practitioners test specific muscles while the patient holds or is exposed to various substances, thinks certain thoughts, or has pressure applied to reflex points. Changes in muscle strength indicate underlying dysfunction, deficiency, or sensitivity. AK views the body as an integrated system where structure, biochemistry, and emotions interact, and muscle testing provides a window into all three.
AK is used to identify food sensitivities, nutritional deficiencies, organ dysfunction, structural imbalances, and energetic blockages. While controversial in conventional medicine, many practitioners find muscle testing to be a valuable tool when used as part of a comprehensive assessment. It allows for rapid, non-invasive screening that can guide further testing and treatment.
Applied Kinesiology is controversial with limited research supporting its diagnostic accuracy. Some studies show muscle testing can identify specific conditions, while others show poor reliability. It's considered alternative medicine and not accepted by mainstream medicine. When used by trained practitioners (often chiropractors, naturopaths, or integrative physicians) as part of a comprehensive assessment, it's completely safe and non-invasive. Should not replace conventional diagnostic testing for serious conditions.
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