Kinaesthetics

Kinaesthetics can be translated as “the art/science of movement perception.”

primary focuses of Kinaesthetics:

• The development of a differentiated and conscious perception of one’s own movement.

• The development of a healthy and flexible use of one’s own movement (movement competence) in private and professional activities.

• The differentiated analysis of human activities using the experience-based perspectives of Kinaesthetics.

Approaches

1. Tools and methods for classifying and understanding individual experiences.

2. Cognitive engagement with theoretical foundations and scientific research.

In this way, it promotes awareness of the qualities and differences of movement in everyday activities.

Effects in Caregiving

• Promoting independence in everyday life

• Greater range of motion

• Reduced risk of accidents through self-awareness

Effects of Kinaesthetics

When accompanying and caring for the elderly, the disabled, patients, and newborns, the effect of Kinaesthetics is always twofold:

Caregivers and those being cared for benefit equally from greater movement skills. Designing care interventions as interactions based on Kinaesthetics not only lead to astonishing progress for those in need of care, but also promotes the health and wellbeing of those providing care.

With Kinaesthetics, a company can specifically promote the practical skills and self-responsibility of its employees, as well as the quality of overall care.

Kinaesthetics aims to support learning and development processes with respect for the independence of the other person, thus contributing to the quality of life of all involved.

Kinaesthetics Trainer

Petra Prensky is a Kinaesthetics trainer Level 1 and can be requested as a trainer for institutions.