Applied Kinesiology
Look beyond symptom(s) to understand the root cause.
Sometimes the most useful question isn’t “Where does it hurt?’, but rather, “Why is this happening?”
Applied Kinesiology (AK) gives Dr. Donnelly an additional method to evaluate how your body is functioning. Through manual muscle testing and other clinical information, he can look for relationships between structural, chemical and emotional factors that may be contributing to a problem.
Who is applied kinesiology for?
AK can be useful when a problem isn’t straightforward, or when you’ve tried addressing one part of the problem without getting the result(s) you hoped for.
AK is also particularly useful when you’re trying to determine what your body actually needs, rather than guessing.
How does it work?
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Manual muscle testing gives Dr. Donnelly information about how your body is responding.
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That information is then considered alongside your history, physical examination, and other clinical findings.
Depending on what the examination reveals, care may include a combination of approaches such as:
A more complete Picture
Your body doesn’t operate in separate departments.
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Pain & Joints
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Energy & Sleep
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Nutrition & Weight
Why Red Canyon?
Dr. Donnelly is certified in Professional Applied Kinesiology (PAK) and uses AK as part of his broader whole-body approach. That means when you come to Red Canyon,
you receive an evaluation, not just a predetermined treatment.
Once you are evaluated, Dr. Donnelly can determine what the findings suggest, and explain what he recommends – and why.
Frequently asked questions
Is Applied Kinesiology just muscle testing?
Manual muscle testing is an important part of AK, but it is used as part of a broader assessment. Dr. Donnelly considers these findings alongside your history and other clinical information.
Will I need chiropractic adjustments if I receive AK?
Not necessarily. Your care depends on what your examination reveals. AK may be combined with chiropractic care, nutritional support, NET or other approaches when appropriate.
Can AK help identify nutritional needs?
It can be used as part of an evaluation of how your body responds to certain nutrients and supplements. Dr. Donnelly can use neurological screening to assess whether a particular intervention produces a measurable change.
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