Muscle Kinesiology Testing & CranioBiotic Technique (CBT)

What is Muscle Kinesiology Testing?

Muscle testing is a system that tests the nervous system to determine what “root issues” may be causing inflammation in the body. For example, we can use muscle testing to determine whether toxins or stuck emotions are influencing someone’s rate of healing.

Muscle testing—similar to a lie detector test—evaluates the body’s natural stress response through biofeedback, where we evaluate the body’s response to a stimulus. Our muscles are connected to our nervous system which is connected to our brain, and our muscles respond to neurological input. Essentially, we are using muscle strength to tap into the body’s nervous system signaling.

When a muscle changes it tension and strength, the body is signaling to us that there is an imbalance present. For example, when a health stressor or toxin is present, the electrical signals between the muscle and the nervous system are impacted and we can feel that in the muscle.

There are many ways we can perform this testing in the clinic. If we are testing the arm, a strong arm indicates a positive response and a weak arm indicates a negative response (an imbalance or health stressor).

Through this process we may utilize imprints or energetically charged vials of concentrated substances to help determine what the body feels are the biggest priorities for healing and supplementation. Muscle testing allows us to gain important information about our wellness needs based on these energetic changes and reactions. The body is complex and because of this complexity the body heals in layers, like an onion. Muscle testing gives us the tools to determine which layer is ready to be healed and identify what the body needs.

What is CBT?

CranioBiotic Technique (CBT) is a natural process that taps into the body’s innate ability to self-heal. CBT was developed by Dr. Tony Smith and utilizes muscle testing and neurovascular reflex points to help guide the system into restoration of homeostasis. The technique helps restore balance to the health stressors that can create barriers to healing.

CBT does not diagnose or treat “disease” but instead works to help the brain to recognize and reprogram its systems to be in-tune with underlying issues that can lead to symptoms.  This approach is gentle, noninvasive, and is typically performed over 1-2 sessions. CBT is a practical option for patients who have environmental sensitivities and a poor tolerance to certain foods, herbal supplements, and medications, as it does not require supplementation of different products to be successful.

How Does CBT Work?

CBT is based on the concept that the autonomic nervous system sometimes has difficulty with accurately identifying and correcting underlying health issues, often as the result of stress and past emotional trauma. Muscle response testing helps provide feedback from the body about any health stressors (such as toxins and structural/physiological dysfunctions) that still need to be addressed.

This information can then be relayed to the brain from gentle stimulation of specific neurovascular reflex points on the head and upper body. The brain can then correct the issue naturally once it accurately recognizes the health stressor impacting the system. This process is often referred to as “turning up the lights” for the brain and nervous system.

When the body is burdened by high levels of inflammation from multiple health stressors (which is typical of most patients with chronic ailments), the nervous system can be overwhelmed and stuck in patterns that perpetuate fight or fight and freeze responses. However, once the autonomic nervous system is able to perform “triage” and determine priorities, these root issues can be corrected and resolved naturally.

An Example from Dr. Smith:

A grass allergy can create the issue of “sinusitis” or inflammation of the sinus cavities. However, the cause of sinusitis is the brains erroneous “tagging” of grass as a dangerous substance. Once this misidentification is corrected, your symptoms can dissipate, and your sinuses can regain their normal, healthy function.

What does CranioBiotic Technique Look Like in the Clinic?

Individuals interested in trying CBT through Origin Wellness first sign up a for a Comprehensive (90-minute) Wellness Evaluation which may include the CBT evaluation and treatment during the initial session. Amber will perform periodic check-ins using CBT for existing clients as they fine-tune the plan in follow-up sessions, as needed.

Can Anyone Try CBT?

CBT does not use force and is gentle and pain-free. Infants/children and older adults can easily utilize this approach. Individuals who are pregnant can also try CBT, though practitioners utilize a modified approach during pregnancy in regard to the abdominal neurovascular reflex points.

More Information from Dr. Smith’s Website:

www.craniobiotic.com/about-cbt-details/

A Special Hybrid

Over the years, Amber has enjoyed training in various approaches of kinesiology muscle response testing and treatment tools. She utilizes a hybrid of concepts and strategies as she integrates this information into sessions, for those who choose to do so.