Kinesiology Areas of Practice


Kinesiologists Help People Live Better Lives

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Improving Health Through Movement

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Kinesiologists can help you maintain and improve your physical health and well-being through exercise and lifestyle-based services. Find out more about Kinesiology Practice Areas (click in the box):

Injury Assessment and Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation and Functional Assessment Services

Kinesiologists provide functional assessment and treatment services to support the rehabilitation of individuals recovering from physical injuries sustained in:

  • Workplace incidents
  • Motor vehicle collisions
  • Sports activities
  • Daily life events

Active Rehabilitation

  • One of our core services is active rehabilitation, which includes:
  • Comprehensive assessment of physical function
  • Development of a personalized exercise program
  • Ongoing progression and monitoring of the program
  • Support for a safe and effective return to regular life activities

In addition to active rehabilitation, kinesiologists offer specialized services such as:

  • Biomechanical analysis of injuries
  • Job demands analysis
  • Functional capacity evaluations tailored to occupational requirements

These services are designed to support recovery, improve performance, and ensure individuals can safely meet the physical demands of their work and daily lives.

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Exercise Therapy

Kinesiologists provide exercise and lifestyle-based services to enhance the lives of individuals living with chronic diseases and physical or neurological injuries, including:

  • Diabetes
  • Heart disease
  • Lung disease
  • Cancer
  • Multiple sclerosis
  • Autism spectrum disorder
  • Osteoporosis
  • Arthritis
  • Traumatic brain injury

These services are designed to support functional improvement, symptom management, and overall well-being, helping individuals maintain independence and improve their quality of life through personalized, evidence-informed care.

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Disability Management

Workplace Health, Safety, and Disability Management

Kinesiologists play a vital role in supporting individuals and organizations through rehabilitation, return-to-work planning, and workplace health and safety initiatives.

Return-to-Work and Daily Living Support

Kinesiologists proactively assist clients by:

  • Planning and coordinating services to facilitate a safe return to work
  • Supporting improvements in daily living activities
  • Assessing levels of impairment when return to work is not possible
  • Recommending job retraining where appropriate
  • Providing job coaching and assistance with insurance or health benefit claim management

Workplace Health & Safety

Kinesiologists are often employed as health and safety managers, where they:

  • Assess and monitor employee physical abilities in roles with high or unique physical demands
  • Apply their expertise in physical stress and workload to optimize workplace safety and performance
  • Contribute to employee recruitment, training, and ongoing physical assessments
  • Design and implement employee health and wellness programs

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Health and Fitness

Kinesiologists design and deliver health and wellness programs for all age groups. They also teach and organize courses and workshops in:

  • Health Promotion
  • General Fitness
  • Sport Performance
  • Athletic Training
  • Human Nutrition
  • Physical Well-being

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Biomedical Technology and Research

Orthotics, Bracing, and Biomedical Technology - Kinesiologists offer gait analysis services to support proper footwear selection and orthotic fitting, helping clients improve mobility, comfort, and injury prevention.

They also assist with the selection and fitting of bracing products for various joints, including:

  • Foot
  • Ankle
  • Knee
  • Hip
  • Shoulder
  • Elbow
  • Wrist

Biomedical Technology & Research - many Kinesiologists also work as:

  • Sales representatives for biomedical technology companies
  • Researchers in private industry, universities, non-profit organizations, and government agencies

Their research focuses on the interaction between the human body and its environment, contributing to advancements in rehabilitation, ergonomics, and human performance.

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Additional Practice Areas and Strengths

Professional kinesiologists also work in specialized areas, including:

Performance Coaching for Athletes and Active Individuals

Kinesiologists work with athletes and active individuals to:

  • Recover from injuries
  • Prevent future injuries
  • Enhance overall or sport-specific performance

  • Using evidence-based assessment and training techniques, kinesiologists identify areas for improvement or rehabilitation and develop personalized plans to help athletes overcome challenges and achieve their performance goals.
  • Whether you're returning to sport after injury or striving to reach peak performance, kinesiologists provide the expertise and support to help you succeed.
  • Kinesiologists work with athletes to recover from injury, to prevent injury, or to improve overall or specific performance. We provide the knowledge and skills to analyze the areas for improvement or recovery and build a plan with you to help you meet the challenges you face.

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Support for Seniors to Maintain Mobility, Independence and Mental Well-being

Kinesiologists work with seniors to develop personalized programs that support mobility, health, and overall well-being during their Third Age—often referred to as the ‘golden years’.

These programs are designed to:

  • Build physical activity into daily routines
  • Manage conditions like Arthritis, Diabetes, and Parkinson’s disease
  • Reduce the risk of falls and injury
  • Improve cognitive function and support mental health
  • Prevent chronic diseases, such as heart and lung disease

Through exercise therapy, kinesiologists help seniors maintain independence, enhance quality of life, and stay active—physically, mentally, and socially.

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Mental Health & Addiction Recovery Support through Active Health and Fitness

Kinesiologists develop customized exercise and lifestyle programs to support individuals in improving their mental health and supporting addiction recovery.

Supporting Mental Health Through Movement

Through targeted exercise prescription and therapy, kinesiologists help enhance:

  • Physical fitness
  • Mental focus
  • Energy levels

Regular physical activity has been shown to reduce symptoms of depression and stress, while promoting better emotional regulation and overall well-being.

Exercise Therapy for Addiction Recovery

Exercise therapy provides a healthy coping mechanism for individuals in recovery by:

  • Supporting physical healing
  • Improving sleep quality
  • Enhancing mood and energy
  • Establishing structure and routine

These programs are tailored to meet individual needs and are designed to complement broader recovery and wellness strategies.

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Ergonomics, Workplace Analysis and Design to Prevent and Manage Work-related Injuries

Kinesiologists play a key role in promoting workplace health and safety through ergonomic assessments and physical demands analysis. These services are designed to reduce and prevent musculoskeletal injuries by identifying risk factors and optimizing work environments.

Kinesiology Services Include:

  • Physical demands analysis to evaluate job tasks and identify injury risks
  • Workplace design and adaptation to support safe and efficient movement
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) retraining to support recovery and return to work
  • Worker safety education and injury prevention training, including proper techniques for:
    • Lifting
    • Bending
    • Carrying
    • Sitting
    • Standing

Kinesiologists apply their expertise in human biomechanics to create safer, more supportive workplaces—enhancing employee well-being and productivity.

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Find a Kinesiologist Near You

Kinesiologists help you feel better, move better, and live better—supporting active, healthy lifestyles across all stages of life.

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  • Use our Find a Kinesiologist page to locate BCAK Practicing Kinesiologists offering the specialized services that you need in your area.
  • Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or seeking to improve your overall health and wellness, exercise-based services can be designed to meet your goals. Kinesiologists are here to help you.

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