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Structural Kinesiology Class 6 STRUCTURAL KINESIOLOGY CLASS 6 With John Maguire WHAT WE WILL COVER IN THIS CLASS • The Muscles associated with the Kidney Meridian • Psoas • Iliacus • Upper Trapezius • Ileocecal Valve • Valves of Houston 2 PSOAS MUSCLE PAGE 160 Meridian Kidney Organ Kidney Action Flexes and laterally rotates the hip. Also puts the lumbar curve in the spine Origin Bodies and transverse processes of the lumbar vertebrae Insertion Lesser trochanter of the femur Muscle Test With the person supine, bring the leg flexed 45° and abducted 45° with the foot turned out. Stabilize the opposite hip and push the leg down towards extension and slightly out NL Front: 1” up and out from the navel Back: Between T12 – L1 NV #1 Occipital protuberance Indications • Nagging low back pain, kidney disturbances, inability to rest • Skin conditions such as acne, pimples, boils and eczema • The leg will be longer and foot rotates in more on the weak psoas side 3 ILIACUS PAGE 164 Meridian Kidney Organ Ileocecal Valve Action Flexes and laterally rotates the hip Origin Illiac fossa Insertion Lesser Trochanter Muscle Test In the same position as the psoas but with the leg further into flexion and extension, push down and out into extension and abduction stabilizing the opposite hip NL Front: on the shoulder and on the inside top forward part of the iliac crest Back: Between T12 and L1 NV #10 The Parietal Eminence four fingers width above the ear Indications • Open Ileocecal Valve symptoms 4 UPPER TRAPEZIUS MUSCLE PAGE 162 Meridian Kidney Organ Eyes and Ears Action Bilaterally extends the head and neck Unilaterally – laterally flexes the head and neck and elevates the scapula to the same side and rotates the head and neck to the opposite side Origin Occipital protuberance and spinous processes of C-7 through T-12 Insertion Lateral third of the clavicle and the acromion process Muscle Test Bringing the head tilted over to the raised shoulder, with the head turned slightly to the opposite side, with one hand on the shoulder and the other on the head push them apart NL Between the 2nd and 3rd ribs and in the groove medial to the anterior deltoid. 1” to the side of the spine at C-7 in the back. NV #7 just lateral to the eye socket Indications • Symptoms relating to the eyes and ears 5 ILEOCECAL VALVE & VALVES OF HOUSTON • The Ileocecal Valve (ICV) is situated between the last part of the small intestine (the Ileum) and the first part of the large intestine (the cecum) • It is on the right side, about mid-way between umbilicus and the ASIS, the front of the hip bone • The Houston valve, normally located on the left side at about the same area, separates the sigmoid colon from the rectum and is actually transverse folds that keep the fecal matter from moving into the rectum • The large intestine absorbs water, stores the fecal mass awaiting evacuation and has a high bacterial content • The ICV should open at the proper time to allow the contents of the ileum to enter the cecum • It should then remain closed to prevent reflux of the intestinal contents to enter the ileu 6 ILEOCECAL VALVE & VALVES OF HOUSTON • Problems occur when either of these valves do not open or close correctly due to irritation or faulty body signals • If the valve muscles become tense or spastic, this produces the “closed” syndrome • A valve that does not close sufficiently, being weak or flaccid, is “open” • It is the great imitator and can exaggerate any existing problem 7 SYMPTOMS OF THE ILEOCECAL VALVE DYSFUNCTION • Many symptoms can occur if the valve remains open and toxic material regurgitated from the colon is absorbed by the ileum • A stuck closed valve can cause the contents of the ileum to putrefy, not being passed on to the colon at the proper time • This causes similar symptoms to an open valve, with one exception: the closed valve causes increased symptoms upon waking in the morning which ease with movement. Waste Removal from the body • Also, the person with a closed ICV will feel much worse if they sleep late or stay in bed. Large Intestine Ileocecal Valve Small Intestine Cecum 8 SYMPTOMS OF THE ILEOCECAL VALVE DYSFUNCTION • Anyone with ileocecal valve symptoms does not necessarily have an ICV problem. • If serious symptoms exist, such as heart palpitations and chest pain, refer to the appropriate health professional to rule out any major problems. • In kinesiology we do not diagnose or treat symptoms. • We switch on and balance muscles restoring energy flow. 9 SYMPTOMS OF THE ILEOCECAL VALVE DYSFUNCTION • Abdominal Pain • Carpal tunnel syndrome • Neck Stiffness • Sciatica • Allergies • Chest pain • Pallor • Skin problems • Bad Breath • Constipation • Pseudo bursitis • Sudden low back pain • Bloating • Dark circles under eyes • Pseudo sacroiliac strain • Sudden thirst • Body odor • Diarrhea • Pseudo sinus infection • Tinnitus 10 ILEOCECAL VALVE MUSCLES • The valves contain muscle fibers which, like the other muscles we study, may be switched off or switched on • Lack of muscle balance can lead to the valve being inappropriately open or closed • The OPEN ICV is much more common than the CLOSED ICV, probably due to the peristaltic action of the large bowel 11 ILEOCECAL VALVE MUSCLES The ICV has two sets of muscles: 1. The circular muscles encircle the area at the end of the ileum and close the valve by acting like a sphincter. • If the circular muscles are not locking, the result is a stuck OPEN ICV and large bowel contents can regurgitate into the small bowel. • If the muscle becomes spastic and will not open, a CLOSED ICV results. 2. A valve-like structure is formed by two transverse folds shaped to provide a one-way valve to prevent contents of the colon spilling back into the ileum. If this area becomes irritated an OPEN ICV can result. 12 ILEOCECAL VALVE ASSOCIATED MUSCLES/MERIDIANS An imbalance of these internal muscles may be reflected in other body muscles: 1. Open ICV: Right psoas and/or iliacus may test weak, correlating with an under energy Kidney meridian 2. Closed ICV: Right quadriceps or rectus abdominis may test weak, correlating with toxic buildup within the small intestine • Either way we can switch on the muscles in the usual manner • Weakness in these body muscles does not mean that the valve is diseased or malfunctioning 13 TESTING THE ILEOCECAL VALVE Testing: 1. Test the CL’s with the fingers of both hands over the lower right abdomen 2. If a strong indicator muscle (use quads or fascia lata ) goes weak the ICV is imbalanced 3. Have the person press their fingers gently into the area and pull up towards the left shoulder, which will close the valve 4. Retest. IM strong = OPEN ICV 5. If weak, have them push gently down and out towards the hip on the right side, which will open the valve 6. Retest. IM strong = CLOSED ICV 14 ILEOCECAL VALVE OPEN VALVE CORRECTION • NLs: Inner third of the head of the humerus (for the iliacus) Below right ASIS. Side of C3 on neck • NVs: Where a transverse line from the crest of the ilium meets the rectus abdominis • Meridian points: K4 or BL 58 - If IM change occurs upon CLing, stimulate with firm pressure for 7 seconds • Cranial: Push zygomatic arch together 7 times • Nutrition: Chlorophyll and digestive aids • Recheck CLing the ICV is strong then check with the more mode BL 58 on the back of the calf K 58 15 ILEOCECAL VALVE CLOSED VALVE CORRECTION • NLs: Under the rib cartilage (quadriceps) and inside of the thigh (rectus abdominis) • NVs: Parietal eminences • Meridian points: the Luo points BL 58 or K4 plus K1 - the sedation point for Kidney stimulate with firm pressure for 7 seconds if positive CL • Cranial: Pull Zygomatic arch apart seven times • Nutrition: Calcium, vitamin D and sometimes HCl when calcium cannot be absorbed • Recheck CLing the ICV is strong. Also check with more mode. BL 58 on the back of the calf K 58 16 FOODS THAT CAN IRRITATE AN ILEOCECAL VALVE All roughage foods, which include: Raw fruits & vegetables, which will cause no problems if cooked: • Popcorn • Seeds • Celery • Apples - Oranges • Potato and corn chips • Whole grains • Cabbage • Salads • Nuts • Lettuce • Pickles • Carrots • Tomatoes Spicy foods, such as: • Chili • Black and red pepper • Peppers • Paprika • Alcoholic beverages • Tacos • Cinnamon • Cocoa and chocolate • Caffeine products 17 TEST AND CORRECTION FOR VALVES OF HOUSTON Testing and Corrections are the same as the Ileocecal valve, but are on the left: • Symptoms of an open valves of Houston could be a strong urge to defecate • Symptoms of a closed valves of Houston could be constipation 18 ASSIGNMENT 1. Practice testing and balancing the Psoas, Iliacus, and the Upper Trapezius on two people, as well as get your own muscles tested and balanced. 2. Balance any found weak using the NL and NV techniques, then recheck with the more mode to see you did enough. 3. For muscles that test strong, retest while holding the More Mode and if they now tests weak, test again while stating “Hidden, (test), Sustained (test), Muscle Stretch (test)” and do any techniques that strengthened the mode. 4. Test and correct the Ileocecal valve and Valves of Houston and correct any areas testing weak. 5. Take the quiz for this class that will be posted on the website at the bottom of the webpage Structural 2016. 6. Communicate with your study partner from class at least once this week about your results and any breakthroughs and insights you are getting. 19.
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