Kinesiology
Kinesiology is the study of the dynamics of human movement, including all the components involved (anatomical, physiological, neurological, biochemical, biomechanical, neuromotor, psychological), as we interact with our environment. Kinesiology is also defined as human kinetics or the scientific study of how we move.
Kinesiology includes the following fields of study:
- Physiology
- Biomechanics
- Neurology
- Mobility
- Anatomy
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Posturology
- Anthropometry
Kinesiologists work with people of all ages and physical abilities, and in many settings to help them achieve their health and wellness goals. Kinesiologists work with:
- Students
- Adults
- Seniors and the elderly
- Pre- and post-natal clients
- Military personnel
- Athletes
- Children
- Employees
- Anyone with or without pathologies and symptoms
Kinesiologists help improve quality of life, often using interventions that include physical activity. Kinesiologists often collaborate with other health professionals on multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary interventions, prevention, treatment, and to improve sport performance. They also support medical teams in evaluations and are involved in developing treatment and intervention plans. Kinesiologists complement other healthcare professionals with the wide range of their knowledge and broad scope of their practice. Here are some examples of what kinesiologists can do for you.
- Provide prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation
- Neuromusculoskeletal and functional evaluations
- Ergonomics in workplace and occupational health cases
- High-performance coaching and fitness training
- Promoting public health
- Personal training and physical condition coaching
- Promoting physical activity and adopting healthy and physically active lifestyles