Mixed Deck — All AK Topics Flashcards
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When a muscle tests weak in AK and then strengthens after the practitioner places their hand near (not touching) the patient's body, this phenomenon is called:
Answer: Indirect therapy localization
Indirect therapy localization involves the practitioner's hand hovering near the patient's body to influence the energy or neurological field without direct contact, and is a more advanced AK technique.
When performing origin-insertion technique in AK, the practitioner typically:
Answer: Applies pressure at the origin and insertion simultaneously to treat a weak muscle
Origin-insertion technique applies gentle pressure at both attachment points to neurologically facilitate a weak or inhibited muscle.
When testing a new table's drop-piece tension prior to clinical use, the practitioner should:
Answer: Adjust tension to match patient's estimated body mass and perform test drops without a patient
Pre-use testing involves adjusting tension to the appropriate range and performing test drops unloaded to confirm proper release without risking patient injury.
Reciprocal inhibition occurs when contraction of an agonist muscle causes:
Answer: Inhibition of the direct antagonist via Ia afferent interneurons
Ia afferents from the agonist's muscle spindle synapse on inhibitory interneurons that suppress the antagonist, allowing smooth movement.
During normal quiet breathing, the primary muscle of inspiration is the:
Answer: Diaphragm
The diaphragm provides approximately 70–80% of inspiratory force during quiet, resting breathing.
An AK patient shows bilateral tensor fascia latae (TFL) weakness. Which organ-muscle relationship should be investigated first?
Answer: Large intestine
In AK organ-muscle relationships, the tensor fascia latae is associated with the large intestine, so bilateral TFL weakness prompts investigation of large intestinal function.
When is it ethically permissible for an AK practitioner to share a patient's health information with a third party without explicit consent?
Answer: When required by law, such as mandatory reporting of child abuse
Legal obligations such as mandatory abuse reporting are recognized exceptions to patient confidentiality.
What is the role of the center of gravity in movement analysis?
Answer: It influences balance and force distribution.
The center of gravity is the theoretical point where the entire weight of an object appears to be concentrated. In movement analysis, its position relative to the base of support is critical for maintaining balance and stability. It also dictates how forces are distributed throughout the body, influencing efficiency and control during motion.
Which behavior constitutes unprofessional conduct that could subject an AK practitioner to disciplinary action?
Answer: Billing for services that were not rendered
Billing for unrendered services constitutes fraud and is subject to both professional discipline and criminal prosecution.
Which Five Element pair belongs to the Metal element?
Answer: Lung and Large Intestine
Lung (yin) and Large Intestine (yang) constitute the Metal element pair in the Five Element system used in AK.
Which AK intervention uses specific pressure on the skull to affect cranial bone motion and dural tension?
Answer: Cranial fault correction
Cranial fault corrections in AK involve specific directional pressure on cranial bones to restore normal sutural motion and reduce dural tension.
What constitutes a boundary violation in professional practice?
Answer: Engaging in dual relationships that could impair professional judgment
Dual relationships that could impair professional judgment represent boundary violations, potentially compromising the quality and objectivity of professional services.
What is the recommended alcohol concentration in hand sanitizers for effective reduction of most pathogens in clinical settings?
Answer: 60–95%
Hand sanitizers with 60–95% alcohol concentration are effective against most pathogens encountered in clinical practice.
How often should equipment be sterilized or disinfected?
Answer: Between each patient use according to manufacturer guidelines
Equipment must be sterilized or disinfected between each patient use following manufacturer guidelines to prevent cross-contamination and ensure patient safety.
Which technique uses muscle monitoring to detect and correct imbalances?
Answer: Manual muscle testing
Manual muscle testing (MMT) is a fundamental diagnostic tool in Applied Kinesiology. Practitioners use MMT to assess the strength and function of specific muscles. This technique helps detect imbalances or dysfunctions that may be linked to related organs, glands, or energy systems, guiding subsequent therapeutic corrections.
Which intervention is used in AK to address a 'switching' phenomenon where the patient's neurological organization is disrupted?
Answer: Cross-crawl patterning exercises
Cross-crawl patterning involves contralateral arm-leg movements that reorganize neurological coordination and resolve switching, restoring normal hemispheric communication.
When analyzing gait, which plane primarily describes the forward progression of the body?
Answer: Sagittal plane
The sagittal plane divides the body into left and right halves and contains the flexion/extension movements that drive forward locomotion.
How does understanding tissue healing phases improve practice?
Answer: It guides appropriate treatment timing and technique selection
Understanding healing phases allows practitioners to select appropriate timing and techniques for each stage, optimizing recovery and preventing re-injury.
The sacrotuberous ligament resists which force that would otherwise cause the sacrum to nutate (tip forward) at the sacroiliac joint?
Answer: Anterior rotation of the sacral base
The sacrotuberous ligament connects the sacrum to the ischial tuberosity and resists anterior rotation (nutation) of the sacral base.
A practitioner who continues treating a patient after realizing the treatment is ineffective, primarily to maintain income, is violating which ethical principle?
Answer: Beneficence and non-maleficence
Continuing ineffective treatment for financial gain violates both beneficence (acting in the patient's best interest) and non-maleficence (avoiding harm, including financial harm to the patient).