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The name of the game, to quote a phrase, is to get people better. The body heals itself in a sure, sensible, practical, reasonable, and observable manner. “The healer within” can be approached from without... It should be done, it can be done, and this book offers a means and a measure of how it can be done. My appreciation to the author and his staff for the excellent job he has performed in advancing these principles, and my best wishes are extended to all who read this manual.
- George J. Goodheart, Jr., D.C., FICC |
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Applied Kinesiology -
A Training Manual and Reference Book of Basic Principles and Practices |
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Robert Frost, PhD
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| This is the first in depth book about the original principles and practices of Applied Kinesiology that strives to be understandable for those without a medical background. Here you will find: • A short history of the development of Applied Kinesiology (AK). • A detailed theoretical presentation of the basic principles of AK. • A precise “how-to-do-it” presentation of the basic procedures of AK. • A collection of useful more advanced AK techniques. • A selection of 33 muscle tests with specific correction techniques. • A step-by-step plan for applying these procedures in a therapeutic session. • A selection of case histories using these techniques. Here is a standard for both those with interest in exploring the field of Applied Kinesiology and a useful reference for the practicing kinesiologist. |
| This book is a compact introductory textbook of AK. The basic principles and application of AK are presented such that even the reader with no medical background can understand them. The author offers to readers with muscle testing experience the scientific background necessary for a deeper understanding of the process: Anatomy and physiology of muscles, neurophysiology, biological medicine, stress research, and the world view of quantum physics and chaos theories. Test and strengthening procedures for 33 muscles are precisely described and illustrated with professional photos and graphic diagrams. Basic and advanced AK techniques are depicted and summarized in a step-by-step procedure for application in therapy sessions. For both therapists who use classical Applied Kinesiology and also for all others who use muscle testing, this book offers a detailed introduction in the operating procedure of AK which will open new perspectives and make their work more effective. |
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With the tested muscle and attached bones graphically illustrated upon the photograph of the muscle tested, visualizing the muscle test and the structures involved is made easy. |  |
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| TABLE OF CONTENTS Forward by George J. Goodheart Acknowledgements Introduction Chapter 1: FROM BIOMECHANICS TO APPLIED KINESIOLOGY How Muscles are Tested in Applied Kinesiology The Development of Traditional Kinesiology or Biomechanics A Short History of Applied Kinesiology A Short Discussion of the Anatomy and Physiology of Muscles Definitions Chapter 2: SCIENTIFIC PRINCIPLES OF APPLIED KINESIOLOGY Anatomy And Physiology Of The Muscles And Related Structures Neurophysiology: The Nervous System Neurophysiology: The Nerve Receptors Stress Research and Applied Kinesiology A Change in World View: From Newtonian Mechanics to Quantum Mechanics and Chaos Theory Biological Medicine and the Systems of Regulation Chapter 3: THE CENTRAL TOOL OF APPLIED KINESIOLOGY - THE MUSCLE TEST Muscle Testing: Theory, Procedure and Interpretation Examiner Prejudice or Impartiality Applications of Muscle Testing Challenge Therapy Localization Surrogate Testing Chapter 4: PRETESTS How to Prepare an Indicator Muscle for Accurate Testing A. Is Dehydration Present? B. Does the Muscle Test Strong “In the Clear”? C. Can the Muscle be Weakened? D. Is the Individul Muscle in a Hypertonic State? Is Neurological Disorganization (Switching) Present?: E. Ocular Lock F. Kidney 27 and Ocular Lock Correction G. Auxiliary K 27 H. Central (Conception) Vessel and Governing Vessel (CG 24, GV 27, GV 1) Muscle Testing Pretests - A summarized Overview General Hypertonicity Chapter 5: DIAGNOSIS AND CORRECTION TECHNIQUES The Origin-Insertion Technique Neurolymphatic Reflexes Neurovascular Reflexes The Meridian System Diagnosis of the Reaction to Substances and Other Stimuli Hidden Problems Activation of the Right and Left Halves of the Brain Repeated Muscle Testing Facial Release or Chill and Stretch Techniques for Muscle Stretch Reaction Reactive Muscles Exercise MUSCLE TESTS Adductors Deltoids: Anterior, Middle and Posterior Gluteus maximus Gluteus medius Hamstrings (Medial and Lateral) Iliopsoas Infraspinatus Latissimus dorsi Middle and Lower trapezius Pectoralis major clavicular Pectoralis major sternal Pectoralis minor Peroneus tertius Peroneus longus and brevis Piriformis Popliteus Rectus abdominis group Rectus femoris Rhomboid major and minor Sacrospinalis Sartorius Serratus anticus Sterno-Cleido-Mastoideus - Neck Flexors Subclavius Subscapularis Supraspinatus Tensor fascia lata Teres major Teres minor Trapezius, Lower Trapezius, Middle Trapezius, Upper GLOSSARY Anatomical Terminology Vocabulary Correspondences of Meridians, Muscles, and Organs/Glands Sedation Points Step-by-Step Plan for Conducting a Session with AK Techniques Applied Kinesiology Techniques of Examination and Diagnosis Additional Tips for the Correcting of Weak-Testing Muscles How to Improve and Maintain Optimal Health: General Health Tips for the Therapist to Tell to his Patients Case Histories Bibliography Contact Addresses and Sources Index Index Of the Main Muscles Discussed in this Text |
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