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Food Allergy Testing in Scottsdale, Painless & Non-Invasive
If you suffer from unexplained headaches, digestive issues, skin rashes or fatigue, food allergies could be the culprit. At AZMulticare in Scottsdale, Dr. Jeff Robinson uses muscle testing to assess food allergies and intolerances, a non-invasive, reliable option that gives you answers without needles, skin pricks or lab waits.
Most muscle-testing appointments take about 30 minutes, and you leave with answers, not a referral slip.
Could Food Be Causing Your Symptoms?
Headaches
Recurring head pressure or migraines without a clear cause.
Digestive Issues
Bloating, discomfort or irregular digestion after eating.
Skin Rashes
Breakouts and rashes that won’t stay cleared up.
Fatigue
Low energy that sleep alone doesn’t restore.
Joint Pain
Achy joints linked to inflammatory food responses.
Brain Fog
Trouble focusing that improves when triggers go.
What Is Muscle Testing for Food Allergies?
Muscle testing, also known as Applied Kinesiology, is a non-invasive way of assessing how your body responds to various stimuli, including foods. Dr. Robinson applies gentle pressure to your arm while you hold a vial of a suspected allergen.
- Hold the food or allergen: a vial of the suspected item, no ingestion required.
- Gentle arm pressure: Dr. Robinson tests your muscle response as the substance is introduced.
- Your body answers: if it reacts negatively, the arm weakens and drops, indicating an allergy or intolerance.
- Immediate results, you know which foods to address before you leave the office.
What Does AZMulticare Test For?
Gliadin (Gluten)
The gluten protein found in wheat-family grains.
Casein
A common dairy protein intolerance.
Lactose
The sugar in milk that many adults struggle with.
Solanines
Nightshade compounds in tomato, pepper and eggplant.
Zein (Corn)
The storage protein found in corn.
Lectins
Protein compounds in legumes and grains.
Caffeine
Methylxanthines in coffee, tea and soda.
Egg (Albumin)
Egg-white protein sensitivity.
Oxalates
Compounds in many leafy greens and nuts.
Why Choose Muscle Testing for Food Allergy Testing?
Unlike traditional skin-prick tests or blood panels, muscle testing is painless and requires no needles. Because results are immediate, patients can identify and start eliminating problem foods quickly instead of waiting days for a lab report.
- No needles, no skin pricks, comfortable for adults and children alike.
- Results in the room, no waiting on outside labs to learn your triggers.
- Beyond food too, muscle testing can also identify intolerances to other substances.
- A plan, not just a list, the doctor builds a personalized elimination-and-replacement strategy with you.
Meet Dr. Jeffrey Robinson, DC
Dr. Robinson is a Scottsdale chiropractor who practices holistic medicine. By combining Applied Kinesiology with integrative nutritional medicine and a thorough clinical history, he provides comprehensive care and gets to the root cause of a wide range of health conditions.
He has treated athletes across the NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, PGA Tour and LPGA Tour, and has helped patients work through some of the most difficult health disorders, including MS, Lyme disease, mold-toxin illness, Hashimoto’s, rheumatoid arthritis, colitis and fibromyalgia.
What to Expect at Your Appointment
Tell Us Your Symptoms
We review your history (headaches, digestion, skin, energy) to know where to look first.
30-Minute Muscle-Testing Session
A painless, needle-free assessment of your body’s response to common food allergens.
Immediate Results
You leave knowing which foods your body reacts to, and why your symptoms may have persisted.
Your Personalized Elimination Plan
Dr. Robinson maps out which problem foods to drop and the healthier options to replace them with.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is muscle testing for food allergies reliable?
Yes, muscle testing has been shown to be a reliable way of identifying food allergies and intolerances, and it’s the same Applied Kinesiology technique Dr. Robinson has used in practice since 2006.
What foods can be tested with muscle testing?
Dr. Robinson focuses on common allergens. Gliadin (gluten), casein, lactose, solanines (nightshades), zein (corn), lectins, caffeine (methylxanthines), egg albumin and oxalates.
How is muscle testing performed?
Dr. Robinson applies pressure to your arm while you hold a vial of a suspected allergen. If your body reacts negatively, the arm weakens and drops, indicating an allergy or intolerance.
Is muscle testing painful?
No. Muscle testing is non-invasive and painless, no needles, no skin pricks and no ingesting test substances.
How long does a muscle-testing appointment take?
A typical appointment takes around 30 minutes to complete, with results available during the visit.
Will I have to eliminate all the foods I'm reactive to?
Dr. Robinson works with you to develop a personalized plan for eliminating problem foods and replacing them with healthier options, not a one-size-fits-all diet.
How soon will I see results from eliminating problem foods?
Many patients report feeling better within days of removing trigger foods from their diets.
Can children undergo muscle testing?
Yes. Muscle testing is safe and effective for people of all ages, including children.
Visit us
Scottsdale, Arizona
Conveniently located at 16700 N Thompson Peak Pkwy, Ste 260 (by Chase Bank, south of Bell on Thompson Peak Pkwy) serving families across North Scottsdale and the East Valley.
Written by Jeffrey Robinson, DC — Arizona Chiropractic Physician #7208, licensed acupuncturist · 22 years in North Scottsdale
Educational only — not medical advice. Diagnosis and treatment decisions belong with a qualified clinician who has examined you. Dr. Robinson reviews cases personally: contact AZMulticare.
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