Dr. Timothy Francis serves as a well-known chiropractor with over 30 years of experience in the field. An expert in various forms of naturopathy including acupuncture and homeopathy, Dr. Timothy Francis also teaches a basic applied kinesiology course at the International College of Applied Kinesiology and contributes articles related to the topic in journals and proceedings.
Applied Kinesiology entails the study of body movements and involves diagnosing and correcting imbalances of energy in a human body. It is based on the philosophy that a human body has an innate ability or energy to heal itself. However, in the advent of some stress, the body may get strained, which may cause weakening of certain muscles and hence the energy flow is disrupted.
Applied kinesiology is used to evaluate the structural, chemical, and mental state of a person’s health by testing biofeedback from the muscles. It is done using both a manual muscle testing method and other conventional diagnosis methods. The practitioner uses treatments like joint manipulation or mobilization, myofascial therapies, acupuncture techniques, dietary management, counseling, and many other methods to restore the energy balance of the body to help it heal. Introduced by an American chiropractor, Dr. George Goodheart, in 1964, applied kinesiology has numerous physical and mental benefits, from healing backaches, asthma, cramps, and addictions, to increasing peace of mind and giving patients better health and energy.
