Foundations of Applied Kinesiology
Mastering the Art and Science of Functional Manual Muscle testing
Learn from Australia's only trusted online platform for Professional Applied Kinesiology education
Are you ready to elevate your diagnostic and clinical skill set with a structured, in-depth, and scientifically grounded approach to Applied Kinesiology?
The PAK Foundation Program by AK Academy is a comprehensive, flexible and professionally presented online program for learning Applied Kinesiology (AK) — and one of the few programs worldwide that delivers both clinical precision and scientific theory.
✅ Why Choose the AK Academy PAK Foundation Program?
🔬 Built for Clinical Relevance
This program is more than just theory. Each module is carefully designed to give you tools you can apply in clinic immediately — with a strong focus on accurate assessment, treatment efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
🎓 Created by Clinicians, for Clinicians
Developed and taught by experienced practitioners with more than 50 years of combined experience with a passion for manual muscle testing and integrative healthcare. The content is rich, real-world and directly applicable to modern clinical practice.
🧠 Integrated Functional Assessments
Learn how AK interacts with the nervous system, muscle inhibition patterns, structural abnormalities, physiological and laboratory assessments and biochemistry. No fluff — just clean, cutting-edge concepts that will change how you assess and treat.
🌐 100% Online & Self-Paced Theory combined with Practical Workshops
Reduced travel. Reduced scheduling conflicts. Reduced accommodation fees. Learn the theory when and where it suits you, with high-quality video content, downloadable PDFs, visual aids, and module quizzes to reinforce your learning.
🔎 Master Manual Muscle Testing
Gain clarity and consistency with one of the most misunderstood tools in manual medicine. Learn reliable testing protocols, how to interpret muscle inhibition, how to differentiate between primary and compensatory dysfunctions and use digital force profiling devices to rapidly enhance your muscle testing skills.
📚 Comprehensive Curriculum
The PAK Foundation Program is structured into core modules covering:
📈 Designed for Outcome-Oriented Practitioners
This program is ideal for Chiropractors, Osteopaths, Medical practitioners and other therapists looking to enhance precision, reduce treatment guesswork, and elevate clinical confidence.
💡 What Makes the AK Academy Different?
🔹 A Higher Standard of AK Education
We don't just teach muscle testing — we teach you how to think like a integrative health practitioner, apply AK with consistency and build clinical frameworks that work.
🔹 Rooted in Science. Applied with Precision.
We take the best of AK and strip away the confusion. Each concept is grounded in clear neurophysiological mechanisms and clinically reasoned frameworks — so you not only understand what to do, but why it works, and when to apply it for maximum effect in real-world practice.
🔹 A Modern Platform for Modern Practitioners
Our custom-designed learning platform is intuitive, mobile-friendly, and designed to support your learning journey with downloadable tools and resources you’ll actually use in practice.
🔹 Progressive and Expanding
Your learning doesn’t stop with the foundation. As an AK Academy student, you’ll be first to access advanced modules, case discussions, live seminars and more.
🧩 How This Program Fits Into the Bigger Picture
The PAK Foundation Program is the ideal first step on your Applied Kinesiology journey. It will:
🔗 Enrol Now and Redefine the Way You Practice
Whether you’re a new graduate, a student in your final 2 years or an experienced practitioner looking to deepen your skillset, the AK Academy PAK Foundation Program will challenge you, inspire you and transform your clinical approach.
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Intro to Module 1
What is Applied Kinesiology
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The History of Applied Kinesiology and fMMT
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The science of Functional Manual Muscle testing
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Mechanics and Terminology of fMMT
Frank Bittman Talks About the Pottsdam Research
Performing the muscle test
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How to Bias a test
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Touch and the Motor System - Therapy Localization
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Challenging the nervous system
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Gait Patterns
Gait Reflexes
Coupled motion - PiLUS
Switching
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Influence of position and posture on fMTT
Module Completed!
Introduction
The role of Spinal Integrity
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The Chiropractic Spinal Subluxation vs Fixation
The Intraosseus Lesion
Subluxation Corrections - Basics
Unique Subluxation patterns
Fixations
Cervical Compaction Technique
Module Completed!
The Intervertebral Disc
Using fMMT to find peripheral Joint Dysfunction
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Neurogustatory Assessment and fMMT
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Localized Causes of Muscular Dysfunction
Aerobic and Anaerobic Assessment with fMMT
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Functional Neurological Influences and fMMT
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Assessing Nerve Entrapments with fMMT
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Module Completed!
Introduction to Meridians
Correcting Meridians
The Meridians