A New Era of Medicine
Holistic Medicine and Muscle Testing
We are entering a new era of healthcare—one in which many people are rediscovering the body’s natural ability to heal. Holistic medicine represents a broader approach to health that integrates structure, biochemistry, emotions, and energy systems to better understand the whole person.
One of the techniques used in holistic health analysis is Applied Kinesiology (AK). Developed in the 1960s by chiropractor Dr. George Goodheart Jr., Applied Kinesiology introduced the use of muscle testing as a way to gather functional information from the body.
Originally developed within chiropractic care, muscle testing is now used by a wide range of practitioners including medical doctors, chiropractors, acupuncturists, dentists, holistic health practitioners, and other integrative health professionals.
What is Applied Kinesiology?
Applied Kinesiology is a system that evaluates muscle function within the body to gather information about how different systems are working together.
Through gentle muscle testing, practitioners can observe changes in muscle response. When a muscle tests weak, the practitioner investigates the possible reasons behind that weakness.
Dr. Goodheart discovered that muscle weakness may be connected to several physiological factors, including:
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Neurovascular reflexes – blood circulation supporting the muscle
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Neurolymphatic reflexes – lymphatic drainage associated with the muscle
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Cerebrospinal fluid flow – cranial motion and spinal fluid circulation
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Nerve supply – proper neurological communication with the muscle
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Acupuncture meridians – energetic pathways influencing muscle function
Together, these relationships help practitioners better understand how structural, biochemical, and energetic systems influence the body.
The Triad of Health
Applied Kinesiology is built upon the concept of the Triad of Health, which recognizes that health depends on the balance between three primary systems:
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Structure – the spine, muscles, joints, and nervous system
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Chemistry – nutrition, hormones, organs, and biochemical balance
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Emotion – thoughts, stress, and mental well-being
When any one side of the triad becomes imbalanced, the body may begin to experience dysfunction or disease.
Expanding the Model of Health
At Crossroads Holistic Health Center, we build upon the Triad of Health by recognizing additional influences on human health and vitality.
Through Dr. Rhinehart’s Holistic Kinesiology system, we evaluate not only structure, chemistry, and emotion, but also the electromagnetic and energetic aspects of the body.
By examining these multiple layers of health, we aim to better understand the root causes of imbalance and support the body’s natural healing potential.