What Is a Kinesiologist?

A kinesiologist is a regulated allied healthcare professional that treats and prevents injury, disease and improves health and wellness. Kinesiologists address physiological, neurological and mechanical systems of the body. Some services offered by a Kin can include: fitness assessments, exercise therapy, strength and conditioning, rehabilitation and general sport fitness.

“Kinesiology is the science of human movement, performance and function. A Kinesiologist applies the latest evidence-based scientific research to help improve your health and wellness.”

At its roots the word Kinesiology is derived from the Greek word “kinesis” which means “to move”. An “-ology” is the study and knowledge of a specific subject. Kinesiology research can be dated back to hundreds of years!

The study of Kinesiology consists of the science of human anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, psycho-social elements and neuroscience and how they apply to human movement and function in different environments.

Kinesiologists are quickly becoming recognized as important allied health professionals in the healthcare system because of their ability to work autonomously and with other professions such as Physiotherapists (PT) and General Practitioners(GP).

In BC all Kinesiologists must be registered with the British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists (BCAK). A Kinesiologist associated with BCAK is guaranteed to be highly educated with a human kinetics degree and must carry personal liability insurance to uphold the high standard of care promised to clients.

A Kinesiologist has full autonomy in using their clinical judgment to carry out their professional tasks competently and with integrity. Core Connection welcomes two highly trained and experienced Kinesiologists.

Check out our next blog for things to expect and benefits of working with a Kin and a Physiotherapist!

Kinesiologists are quickly becoming recognized as important allied health professionals in the healthcare system because of their ability to work autonomously and with other professions such as Physiotherapists (PT) and General Practitioners(GP).

In BC all Kinesiologists must be registered with the British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists (BCAK). A Kinesiologist associated with BCAK is guaranteed to be highly educated with a human kinetics degree and must carry personal liability insurance to uphold the high standard of care promised to clients.

A Kinesiologist has full autonomy in using their clinical judgment to carry out their professional tasks competently and with integrity. Core Connection welcomes two highly trained and experienced Kinesiologists.

Check out our next blog for things to expect and benefits of working with a Kin and a Physiotherapist!