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The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. |
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Kinesiology may be defined as: | Kinesiology is a system of health care that emphasises health maintenance, client education and client responsibility, and identifies causative influences triggering health imbalances |
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Kinesiology modalities are: | A kinesiology form which is formally recognised by a recognised Australian kinesiology peak body |
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Kinesiology principles may include: | Self-responsibility The concept of the Triangle of healthChinese Law of the Five ElementsA holistic approach health for self and clientsBalancing the vital energy of the clientRelevant code of ethics documents/policies, regulations and guidelines, national, state/territory or local kinesiology Association or organisationsRelevant national, state/territory or local government regulation and guidelinesAccepted preventative practices adopted by self or peers to minimise safety hazards and risks in the same or similar situationsIndividual responsibility to others regarding the reasonable standard of careDelivering the highest professional care to all clients with consideration for the medical, ethical, social and religious needs of the clientPrinciples of client confidentialityRespect of boundary issues such as compliance with kinesiology industry code of ethics and practice in relation to:informed consenthygienethe scope of practitioner/client relationshipadvertisingmaintenance of equipmentsocial/cultural moralsequal balance of all clientspsycho/emotional wellbeing of clientsreferral of clients who wants personal care outside the scope of the available servicesdealing appropriately with difficult clients |
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Imbalances may include | Muscle imbalancesPhysical painEmotional stressStructural deviationsEnergetic/vibrational imbalancesLearning difficultiesNutritional/biochemical imbalancesSensitivitiesPerformance below desired levelsOther health issues |
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Major methods of kinesiology energy balancing techniques and concepts may include: | Muscle monitoring:accurate indicator muscle clearingcontraindications for muscle monitoringover/under facilitated musclesestablished clients definition of locked and unlocked muscle monitoring outcomesDigital indicatorscircuit locatingcircuit retaining mode/pause lockfinger/hand modeschallengingindicator pointsPre-checks for optimal energy balancingneurological organisationhydrationmeridian energy flowionisationcentringKinesiology balancing techniquesmuscle techniquesemotional techniquesstructural techniquesvibrational techniquesnutritional techniquesneurological techniquesphysiological techniques |
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Complementary healthpracticesmay include: | Fresh airPure waterFresh whole foodsHealthy eating plansDetoxificationHerbsSunlightRest and relaxationExercise HydrotherapyMassageMeditationStress managementAromatherapyReflexologyAcupressureFlower essences |
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Kinesiology assessment techniques include any method in which the practitioner has been trained to a competent standard and procedure according to any registration requirements, and may also include: | Muscle monitoringObservationDiscussion/ questioningPractical muscle monitoringObservation of variations of postureListening skillsProcedures which are conducted according to regulatory and legislative requirements |
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Information on other complementary therapies may include: | MassageAromatherapyReflexologyAcupressure/acupunctureNaturopathyHomeopathyAromatherapyTraditional Chinese medicineEnergy therapies |
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Information on other complementary therapies may include: | Historical developmentCurrent availabilityTools and techniquesInteractions between different therapiesWhen therapies may be usedUnderpinning philosophy |
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Definition of allopathic and kinesiology: | Allopathic - western medical model in which a disease or an abnormal condition is treated by creating an environment that is antagonistic to it ie. a system that emphasises balance of diseaseKinesiology - system of health care that emphasises health maintenance, client education and client responsibility, and identifies that causative influences triggering health imbalances |
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Relationship between therapies may include: | Contraindications of treatmentsEffects of one approach over or with anotherBalances according to stage of condition |
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Enquiries may require explanation of: | Definition of kinesiologyDuration of session Expected sessions outcomesContra-indicationsPossible approaches to kinesiology sessionEstimated cost of sessionProfessional status of practitionerAvailability of home visitsAvailability of health fund rebatesAfter hours serviceProvision for hospital visitsOngoing balance |
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Appropriate information may include: | Confirmation of appointment date and timeClinic location and directionsCost of initial consultationPayment options |
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Clinic's guidelines may include: | Procedures and guidelinesPurpose or mission statementCode of ethics and/or practiceLevel of competency and degree of supervisionPartnership/ group decisions and agreed practice |
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Legal and regulatory guidelines may include: | OHS GuidelinesAnti-discrimination legislationPrivacy ActInfection controlNational/ State/ Territory/ Local association guidelines |
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Relevant documentation may include: | Nature of enquiryClient contact detailsRecording of incidentsRisk, hazard assessmentAppointment details |