Biokinetics is defined as the science of movement and the application of exercise in rehabilitative treatment or performance. Biokinetics is the primary health care profession concerned with: Preventative Medicine, Physical Activity as Medicine, Health Management and Total Well-Being, Therapeutic Recreation, Maintenance and enhancement of Physical Abilities and Performance, Orthopaedics, Clinical
Management and Functional Movement. A biokineticist improves a person’s physical well being and quality of life through individualized scientific assessment and the prescription of exercise in rehabilitative treatment to prevent or intervene with certain ailments and the enhancement of performance. A biokineticist can assist with:
Exercise management for chronic diseases
Individualized and specific exercise prescription
Final-phase rehabilitation (sport injuries or post-operation)
Corrective exercise therapy
Fitness assessments for medical wellness (Vitality, Multiply)
Sport-specific assessment and strength & conditioning
Exercise management for chronic diseases