Applied Myoskeletal Therapy (AMT) is a gentle, effective treatment for all ages that encourages the body to heal naturally—without force. As founder John Garfield says, “With the right key, the door will open easily.”

AMT blends techniques from Bowen Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy, Osteopathy, and Massage Therapy. It uses light, non-oil, transverse movements and sustained muscle releases to address soft tissue injuries, pain, and nerve dysfunction.

Developed over 15 years, AMT includes unique methods not taught elsewhere and is ideal for advanced practitioners. It complements other therapies such as Bowen Therapy, Remedial Massage, Kinesiology, Reflexology, Aromatherapy, and Physiotherapy.

By relieving tension in fascia and muscles, AMT helps the body realign—similar to how braces gradually align teeth. It identifies imbalances in the spine, soft tissue, and dural tube without applying force.

A core principle of AMT is the connection between the sacrum and skull. According to the Lovett Brother Principle, when one paired bone is misaligned, its partner will also be affected—impacting the entire dural system.

PASC (Practitioner Assessment Skills Course) is an advanced therapy that blends Orthodontics, Craniosacral Therapy, Acupressure, Functional Anatomy, Bowen Therapy, and Applied Kinesiology.

Surprisingly, issues like non-specific low back pain can originate in the jaw. For example, clenching your teeth under stress can impact jaw movement and affect the corresponding spinal vertebra, L5, at the base of your spine—like tugging one end of a mat affects the other.

Developed by Ron Phelan and Dr. Brendan C. Stack (a pioneer in TMJ treatment), PASC focuses on aligning the lower jaw (mandible) with the upper jaw (maxilla). This ideal alignment, known as Centric Relation or the Gelb 4-7 position, is essential for the proper function of the neck, spine, and pelvis. Jaw misalignment can compress nerves and mimic conditions like Parkinson’s or Tourette’s. Releasing this compression helps heal the TMJ disc and restore function.

Dr. Harold Gelb, a jaw alignment expert, famously said, “If your jaw joint is off, you can kiss your body goodbye!” In Killing Pain Without Prescription, he explains how jaw misalignment—often caused by birth trauma—can lead to facial and structural asymmetries such as uneven eyes, ears, shoulders, or pelvis.

Swallowing activates the TMJ around 2,500 times daily. Improper swallow patterns or tongue ties can disrupt this movement and even affect pelvic mobility.

Physiokey uses high amplitude, high density, bio-feedback controlled pulse stimulation to cutaneous nerves, activating the body’s natural pain relieving mechanisms. The effect is achieved through the stimulation of reflective zones and acupuncture points on the skin surface. The aim of treatment with the Physiokey is rapid pain relief and pain management, and functional improvement.

Bowen Therapy and Physiokey treatments support the autonomic nervous system, particularly the Vagus nerve, which regulates stress, digestion, and inflammation. By targeting areas like the TMJ and Sphenoid bone, they relieve tension that disrupts nerve function. Physiokey uses biofeedback to deliver electrical impulses, easing pain and aiding recovery. These therapies promote relaxation, digestion, immunity, and healing, making them effective for stress management and rehabilitation.

They also support hormonal balance by calming the nervous system and enhancing communication between the brain and endocrine glands. By stimulating the Vagus and Pudendal nerves, they improve blood flow, reduce inflammation, and assist with conditions like irregular cycles and fertility challenges. These gentle techniques help restore balance, benefiting both males and females, and can prepare the body for IVF treatments or address other urogenital concerns.