Ferreri Technique ("Applied Kinesiology (Ferreri Technique)," AK/F)
Variation of applied kinesiology developed by Carl A. Ferreri, D.C. applied kinesiology (AK, kinesiology) Elaborate system of ostensible diagnosis and treatment whose centerpiece is muscle testing (see below). Detroit chiropractor George J. Goodheart, Jr., developed the first AK procedure (the origin and insertion technique) in 1964. He theorized that muscle groups share "energy pathways" with internal organs and that, therefore, every organ dysfunction is discoverable in a related muscle. Testing muscles for relative strength and tone supposedly taps the body's "innate intelligence" and enables practitioners to detect specific dysfunctions. AK encompasses: "clinical nutrition"; CranioSacral Therapy; "dietary management"; homeopathy, including classical homeopathy; meridian therapy (see "Ching Lo"), especially acupressure and acupuncture; and reflexology. | ||||
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Applied Kinesiology Definition from Medicine Dictionaries & Glossaries
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Applied Kinesiology
Applied Kinesiology or A.K. is used as a diagnostic tool to evaluate healing systems and treat an individual’s structural, chemical and mental aspects. Through muscle testing to diagnose, a patients condition including nutrition, muscle manipulation and diet and evaluated, strengthened and balanced. Acupressure, exercise and education are used to help restore balance and harmony in the body and maintain well being throughout life.
Applied Kinesiology or A.K. is used as a diagnostic tool to evaluate healing systems and treat an individual’s structural, chemical and mental aspects. Through muscle testing to diagnose, a patients condition including nutrition, muscle manipulation and diet and evaluated, strengthened and balanced. Acupressure, exercise and education are used to help restore balance and harmony in the body and maintain well being throughout life.
Applied Kinesiology Definition from Encyclopedia Dictionaries & Glossaries
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Applied kinesiology
Applied Kinesiology (AK) is a controversial method of medical diagnosis. It purportedly gives feedback on the functional status of the body. Proponents say that when properly applied, the outcome of an AK test, such as a muscle strength test, will provide for a low risk diagnostic method to help determine the efficacy of therapy for patients.
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