What Is Kinesiology?
Kinesiology is a multidisciplinary science that branches into human anatomy and physiology, biomechanics, psychomotor behaviour, neuro-rehabilitation, and ergonomics. Kinesiology focuses on prevention and rehabilitation of injury and physiological conditions, improvement of human movement and function, management and maintenance of health and wellness.
What Can A Registered Kinesiologist (R.Kin) Do For Me?
A Registered Kinesiologist is certified to work with everyone, from able-bodied individuals to those living with injuries or other chronic disabilities and illnesses. A Registered Kinesiologist is trained and educated to assess, create and implement treatment plans that work to improve cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal and neurological health of any individual through exercise therapy, rehabilitation and maintenance programs.
Registered Kinesiologist vs Personal Trainer
There are significant differences between a Registered Kinesiologist and a Personal Trainer. Many personal training certificates can be acquired within a couple days of training through an organization. A Registered Kinesiologist has to have at least four years of university education and she/he must have a personal training certificate as well.
A personal trainer will have basic anatomy and fitness training knowledge making them a supportive aid when it comes to assisting with weight loss and muscular strength goals. A Registered Kinesiologist will be more knowledgeable in the science of human movement such as physiology, biomechanics, assessment and exercise prescription. As well as be able to assess and create treatment plans, a Registered Kinesiologist is qualified to work with individuals with injuries or chronic conditions whereas a personal trainer does not possess these qualifications. A Registered Kinesiologist is also able to collaborate with other health professionals like family doctors, physiotherapists, chiropractors, psychologists and others.
Will My Insurance Cover Kinesiology?
Kinesiology is not covered by OHIP. Some extended health insurance packages are beginning to cover Kinesiology. Please make sure to check with your employer to see if you are covered. Otherwise, you can deduct the services of a Registered Kinesiologist as a medical expense on line 331 of your tax return. Please refer to the Canada Revenue Agency website for details on how much you are able to claim for Kinesiology services.
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