ICAK-USA Research
The Following is a Compilation of Applied Kinesiology
Research Papers Published in the Collected Papers
of the International College of
Applied Kinesiology for the year 1992-1993
-- Edited by Scott Cuthbert, D.C.
APPLIED KINESIOLOGICAL MANAGEMENT OF HUMERAL HEAD
ASEPTIC NECROSIS: A CASE HISTORY
Cecilia A. Duffy, D.C.
ABSTRACT
Objective: To
present the case of a woman with aseptic necrosis of the humeral head
successfully managed with AK therapy.
Clinical Features:
A 62-year-old female presented with left shoulder and left upper arm pain with
loss of motion. Five months previously she reported that while placing her left
arm into her coat she felt a “snap” in the left shoulder, and there was
progressive pain and loss of motion in the following months. Restricted flexion
to 110 degrees and abduction to 70 degrees was measured, with internal and
external rotation of the shoulder producing pain. Radiographic examination
showed the typical changes of aseptic necrosis of the left glenoid fossa and
humeral head. Laboratory arthritis and general blood profiles were
unremarkable. The cause of the necrosis was unknown in this case.
Intervention and Outcome:
A thorough AK examination and treatment is reported, with specific findings for
the left shoulder being left pectoralis minor and pectoralis major clavicular
division muscle weakness. Both muscles strengthened with Cataplex A and betaine
hydrochloride supplementation (SPL). Three other nutrients were given for
specific findings in this case: Drenamin, Biost and Calcium Lactate (SPL). The
patient was treated every 2 to 3 weeks for 16 months. During this period she
was instructed to perform shoulder exercises by walking her fingers up a wall
into shoulder flexion and abduction to increase her limited shoulder range of
motion. She had gradual return to full range of motion in the left shoulder
with only slight pain intermittently and a return to normal activities of daily
living. 40 months later and the shoulder still showed only intermittent pain
that subsides within hours. Radiographic examination at this time showed no
change in the humeral head and glenoid fossa, but with no further degeneration
in the joint or bony surfaces.
Conclusion:
Successful treatment of humeral head aseptic necrosis is described in this case
report, and prevented the need for surgical intervention. (Collected Papers
International College of Applied Kinesiology, 1992-1993;1:14-16)
Key Indexing Terms: Femur Head Necrosis; Osteonecrosis; Treatment Outcome; Therapeutics; Chiropractic; Kinesiology, Applied.
ATYPICAL FIBULAR SUBLUXATION IN A CASE OF LOWER LEG
NEURITIS
John M. Heidrich, D.C.
ABSTRACT
Objective: To
present the case of a male with radicular leg pain who also demonstrated
anterior displacement of the fibular head that was successfully managed with AK
therapy.
Clinical Features:
A 50-year-old physically active male presented with left leg neuralgia of 3
months duration. It began as a burning sensation that extended from the lateral
knee to the dorsum of the foot. The pain became severe 6 weeks prior to presentation.
Onset followed a vigorous golf swing on the driving range. Analgesics,
anti-inflammatory, physical therapy, and orthopedic treatments provided little
relief. He was on Percocet to control pain. Lumbar MRI was negative for
discopathy. EMG and nerve conduction velocity tests were positive for left deep
peroneal radiculopathy. One week prior to chiropractic treatment he complained
also of acute left sacro-iliac pain.
Intervention and Outcome:
Orthopedic testing of the knee was unremarkable, with a left genu valgus
present. Palpatory pain was elicited at the anterosuperior border of the
fibular head. MMT showed weakness of the left sartorius, tensor fascia lata,
popliteus, anterior tibialis, and peroneus tertius muscles. Direct posterior to
anterior challenge of the fibular head produced indicator muscle weakness,
indicating an anterior displacement. This displacement was manipulated into
correct position. Category II pelvic lesion on the left and correction of a
talus subluxation were also made. The patient complained of severe pain in the
knee for the next 2 days, and was seen 5 days later and fascial release was
performed on the tensor fascia lata muscle. Within 9 days there was 90%
subjective improvement in pain with mild residual burning in the dorsum of the
ankle.
Conclusion: It is
proposed that the genu varus position on the end phase of the golf swing
produced the anterior displacement of the fibular head. This may have forced
the tibia to traction the peroneal nerve. Further study of the AK approach for
lateral knee and leg problems are warranted. (Collected Papers International
College of Applied Kinesiology, 1992-1993;1:73-74)
Key Indexing Terms: Knee Joint; Radiculopathy; Treatment Outcome; Therapeutics; Chiropractic; Kinesiology, Applied.
CONSERVATIVE APPROACH TO HERPES ZOSTER OPHTHALMICUS
H. Louis Obersteadt, D.C.
ABSTRACT
Objective: To
present the case of a male with herpes zoster ophthalmicus of the right eye
producing loss of vision that was corrected with AK therapy.
Clinical Features:
A 53-year-old male presented with loss of vision in the right eye resulting
from a herpes zoster infection 8 years previously. This resulted in 2 corneal
transplants. The virus started in the middle of the right scapula and moved up
the trunk, across the neck and face and into the right eye. The symptoms had
been continuous in the right eye for 8 years with increases and decreases in
severity for no apparent cause. There was a constant itchy irritation in the
right eye, like “something was in the eye.” At the time of the first visit, the
right eyelid was closed with sutures to the midline in order to decrease the
inflammation and irritation in the eye.
Intervention and Outcome:
AK examination showed weakness of the upper trapezius, bilateral latissimus
dorsi, right tricep, bilateral medial neck flexors, bilateral gracilis,
bilateral psoas, right sartorius and posterior tibialis. Treatment involved
spinal and cranial manipulative therapy, reflex and acupuncture treatment.
Calcium lactate, Cataplex F, and betaine hydrochloride (SPL) also improved
muscle strength. The 2nd visit showed a 50% improvement in his
vision, and the 3rd visit was a 50% improvement over the 2nd.
The patient’s ophthalmologist confirmed this and the sutures were removed after
the 3rd visit at the request of the patient.
Conclusion: This
case of vision loss responded to conservative chiropractic care, but does not
suggest that this would be a standard form of treatment for Herpes Zoster
Ophthalmicus. (Collected Papers International College of Applied Kinesiology,
1992-1993;1:85-88)
Key Indexing Terms: Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus; Corneal Transplantation;
Treatment Outcome; Therapeutics;
Chiropractic; Kinesiology, Applied.
PSOAS IMBALANCE CAUSING SEVERE HEADACHE
Robert A. Ozello, D.C.
ABSTRACT
Objective: To
present a case of severe headache that responded to a strain-counterstrain
treatment to the psoas muscle.
Clinical Features:
A 17-yeaer-old female presented with severe right temporal and frontal
headaches for several months. She woke up with a slight headache that as the
day progressed steadily worsened. By 11 AM she would have to leave school and
go home to sleep. This cycle was repeated every day. X-rays, MRI and CAT scan,
EEG and neurological examination and treatment were unsuccessful, and all blood
tests were negative. The patient reported slipping but catching herself shortly
before the headaches started.
Intervention and Outcome:
AK examination revealed occipital, upper cervical, lumbo-dorsal and sacral fixations
that were treated. After the first treatment the headache was completely gone.
However the headache returned the next morning in its usual fashion and
severity. Over the next several visits other problems including cranial, TMJ,
cervical and recurring fixations were corrected. However, the headaches
recurred the next day. The headaches disappeared permanently when a left psoas
strain-counterstrain problem was corrected. The headaches have not returned in
2 years.
Conclusion: Whole
body examination and treatment were necessary in this case to correct severe
headaches in a young female. (Collected Papers International College of Applied
Kinesiology, 1992-1993;1:91-92)
Key Indexing Terms: Headache; Manipulation, Chiropractic; Treatment
Outcome; Therapeutics;
Chiropractic; Kinesiology, Applied.
A CORRELATION OF APPLIED KINESIOLOGICAL PROCEDURES
WITH ZINC TASTE TEST
Daniel W. Hestdalen, D.C.
ABSTRACT
Objective: To
present an observational cohort study on 35 patients who showed AK indications
of a need for zinc and to statistically correlate that finding with the zinc
taste test.
Clinical Features:
Thirty-five patients were examined who had a positive TL to the NL reflex for
the pancreas and/or a right thoracic duct positive challenge that was cancelled
by oral insalivation of zinc. In these patients, the zinc taste test was then
performed. A saturated zinc solution was held in the patient’s mouth for 10
seconds, and the patient was to give a hand signal as soon as they could detect
a dry, mineral, or sweet taste.
Intervention and Outcome:
Only 2 out of the 35 patients tested (6%) had adequate zinc taste response, yet
demonstrated the need for zinc by the AK tests performed. 31 out of 35 patients
tested (89%) demonstrated low zinc taste test response and also tested positive
to both AK indicators for the need for zinc supplementation.
Conclusion: The
results of this study support the hypothesis in AK that zinc supplementation
may be needed for patients who test positive for the right thoracic duct
challenge or TL to the pancreas NL reflex. Larger clinical trials with
simultaneous laboratory analysis are in order. (Collected Papers International
College of Applied Kinesiology, 1992-1993;1:150-152)
Key Indexing Terms: Zinc; Biochemical Phenomena, Metabolism, and
Nutrition; Nutritional Status; Diagnosis; Chiropractic; Kinesiology, Applied
A FOLLOW-UP STUDY OF APPLIED KINESIOLOGY IN THE
TREATMENT OF LEARNING DISABILITIES
Harry Lefkowitz, D.C., and Jacob Lefkowitz, M.A.Ed.
ABSTRACT
Objective: To
present a follow-up report on a previous paper to report on the status of 21
patients who were treated for dyslexia.
Clinical Features:
Twenty of the 21 original patients in the clinical trial conducted 4 years
previously were contacted. In this follow up all information was gathered
through an interview with the patient or the patient’s parent. A questionnaire
was developed so that an assessment could be conducted over the phone. The
interview determined the present academic status or employment status of the
patient. The patient or parent was asked if the original problem had improved,
stayed the same or declined. Information about current grade level,
coordination, sports activity and extracurricular activities was elicited. Home
behavior of the children in the study was asked for from the parent. All
patients and parents were asked to what they attributed the change in their
performance since the original treatment given in the original study.
Intervention and Outcome:
Out of the 20 patients who were contacted, 16 reported improvement. Two
patients who scored significantly higher on the original study’s post-test felt
that they were not making improvement over the years. Both of these patients
were over 50 years of age. Three other patients who showed no significant
improvement in the original study were significantly improved at this time.
Conclusion: Sixteen
out of the 20 patients who were evaluated 4 years after the original research
study showed improvement (80%). This study suggests that AK therapy for the
treatment of dyslexia produced long-term benefits for these patients. More
studies will be required to determine the applicability of this method for
large patient populations with dyslexia. (Collected Papers International
College of Applied Kinesiology, 1992-1993;1:179-184)
Key Indexing Terms: Learning Disability; Dyslexia; ADHD; Diagnostic
Techniques and Procedures; Biochemical
Phenomena, Metabolism, and Nutrition; Treatment Outcome; Therapeutics; Chiropractic; Kinesiology, Applied.
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