A local kinesiologist is a healthcare professional who has taken training and education in human movement. Using scientific approaches such as physiology, anatomy and biomechanics, a local kinesiologist treats patients of all ages, with all types of medical conditions. A local kinesiologist may work with your local physiotherapist to help you manage an acute condition such as a meniscus tear or a chronic condition such as elbow pain or foot pain, to manage obesity, recover from surgery such as an MCL knee surgery or improve their overall health through physical therapy and exercise. A local kinesiologist may use techniques such as biofeedback, nutritional advice, manual muscle testing and massage to help people manage pain and improve mobility, posture and balance.