Helen Summers Optometrist
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Behavioural and Developmental Optometrist
 
 

What Is Kinesology, and how does Brain Gym work?

Brain Gym was developed as a result of clinical studies started in 1969 by Paul E. Dennison Ph D, an educational therapist, who was looking for ways to help children and adults who had been identified as learning disabled. Dr Dennison's research led him to the study of Kinesiology, the science of body movement and the relationship of muscles and posture to brain function.

At the time, it was already established that moving in certain ways is necessary for brain development. Babies and young children naturally perform what are known as developmental movements. Dr Dennison discovered how to adapt these movements so we can use them to stimulate our brains.

Brain Gym are movements that can prepare your brain and entire nervous system for optimal performance in all areas - intellectual, creative, athletic and interpersonal.