Applied Kinesiology (AK) is a safe, non-invasive approach that looks at the body as a whole rather than focusing on symptoms alone. It uses gentle manual muscle testing as a tool to evaluate how the nervous system is functioning and adapting to different stresses. Muscle testing is not a measure of strength, but a way to assess how the nervous system communicates with muscles and responds to structural, chemical, and neurological influences.
At our office, Applied Kinesiology is used alongside standard chiropractic, neurologic, and orthopedic examinations to help guide a thorough and individualized evaluation. This approach helps identify possible imbalances that may be contributing to muscle and joint pain, movement restrictions, digestive concerns, and overall health challenges. By assessing the relationship between the sensory and motor systems, AK helps us better understand what may be interfering with the body’s ability to heal and function optimally.
Many patients seek Applied Kinesiology when they feel frustrated by unresolved or complex conditions. Licensed healthcare professionals trained in AK use this method to support patients dealing with pain, injury, stress, fatigue, and other functional concerns. Our goal is to provide thoughtful, natural care that supports the body’s innate ability to adapt, heal, and restore balance helping patients move better, feel better, and live more fully.
If you would like a deeper explanation of how Applied Kinesiology works and why many consider it one of the best-kept secrets in health care, we invite you to watch the short video below.
Chiropractic comes from two words- Chiro, meaning hands, and Practic, as in practical. Chiropractic is the practical use of our hands, and we use our hands to assess and correct the spine for misalignments. We call these misalignments Subluxations.
Through careful evaluation and precise adjustments, chiropractic care works to restore proper movement in the spine and reduce interference in the nervous system so the body can better adapt, heal, and regulate itself.
Chiropractic began in 1895 when D.D. Palmer delivered the first chiropractic adjustment in Davenport, Iowa. His work revealed something simple but profound: the spine and nervous system play a central role in how the body functions and maintains health.
At its heart, chiropractic is not about chasing symptoms. It is about removing the things that interfere with the body’s natural ability to heal. When the spine moves well and the nervous system communicates clearly, the body is better able to adapt to stress and maintain balance.
Because every person’s nervous system and stressors are different, some chiropractors use specialized techniques to better understand what the body needs. One of these approaches is Applied Kinesiology, a method that helps guide care by assessing how the nervous system adapts and communicates through muscle function.
Chiropractic care focuses on improving how the nervous system communicates with the rest of the body. When nerve function is supported, many systems can work more efficiently.
• Headaches and migraines
• Dizziness or vertigo
• Numbness or tingling in arms or legs
• Poor concentration or brain fog
• Sleep disturbances
• Stress-related tension
Through nervous system support, chiropractic care may help improve digestive regulation.
• Acid reflux or heartburn
• Bloating or gas
• Constipation
• Irritable bowel symptoms
• Abdominal tension
Spinal and rib mobility can affect breathing mechanics and nerve signaling.
• Restricted breathing
• Rib pain
• Chest tightness
• Recurrent respiratory tension
Chiropractic care may help regulate organ function by supporting the autonomic nervous system.
• Fatigue
• Adrenal stress patterns
• Blood pressure regulation support
• Digestive-organ related discomfort
This is the most well-known area chiropractic helps with.
• Neck pain
• Low back pain
• Mid-back pain
• Sciatica
• Shoulder pain
• Hip pain
• Knee pain
• Joint stiffness
• Muscle tightness or weakness
• Sports injuries
• Postural imbalances
The nervous system plays a role in hormonal balance and pelvic function.
• Menstrual cramps
• PMS symptoms
• Pelvic pain
• Cycle irregularity
• Pregnancy-related discomfort
• Postpartum recovery support
Chiropractic care supports immune and lymphatic health by optimizing nervous system communication, reducing physical stress, and promoting efficient circulation throughout the body.
• Frequent illness
• Slow recovery from sickness
• Chronic inflammation patterns
Many patients seek chiropractic care to improve overall function, not just pain.
• Low energy
• Poor movement patterns
• Reduced flexibility
• Balance issues
• Chronic stress response
• Performance limitations
