ICAK German Chapter -
Applied Kinesiology Teachers

Nicola Dewald

Physiotherapist, alternative practioner, Osteopath in education

A-Level at Gymnasium Tegernsee
Studies in International Business at Munich Business School (Title: Diplom Betriebswirtin FH)
Exam in physiotherapy (staatliche Berufsfachschule für Physiotherapie der LMU am Klinikum München Großhadern)
Natural therapist (alternative practioner)
AK-formation at DÄGAK, Diplomate of the International College of Applied Kinesiology (DIBAK)
Certified teacher in Applied Kinesiology
Studies of osteopathy at International Academy of Osteopathy (expected Diploma 2025, DO)
Job-related honorary positions: associate member oft he board at DÄGAK, chairwoman of the DÄGAK-teachers

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Dr Hans Garten

MD, DO, DIBAK, DACNB

Following graduation as a medical anesthesiologist in 1986, Dr. Garten achieved post graduate degrees in acupuncture, chirotherapy and naturopathic medicine.
Since 1992 he is a Diplomate of the International Board of Applied Kinesiology, DIBAK (official instructor of the International College of Applied Kinesiology).
2003 he was certified Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board (rehabilitative neurology, DACNB).

Clinic website: https://mit-erfolg-gesund.de/

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Dr Anita Ginter,

Medical Doctor, MD, DIBAK, CMA

· Private clinic in Freiburg/Germany – AK-based functional medicine at all parts of the triad of health

· Certified teacher in Applied Kinesiology

· Member of the Dance Medicine Association TAMED

Clinic website: https://www.praxis-dr-ginter.de/

After completing her clinical and scientific training in medicine, Dr.Ginter went on to complete training in acupuncture, chiropractic therapy, homeopathy, and naturopathy.

Since 2008 she is a Diplomate of the International Borad of Applied Kinesiology, DIBAK

Her interest in neurology, fascia, and movement/dance led to the development of PowerIRT for effective rehabilitation following sports injuries, as well as the creation of a specialized program for integrating retained primitive reflex patterns that also incorporates movement. This approach is applicable both for developmental disorders and for complete rehabilitation following sports injuries in highly coordinated sports.

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Dr. Stephanie Joerges,

MD, DIBAK,

After qualifying as a specialist in general medicine in 2018, Dr. Stephanie Joerges completed postgraduate studies in naturopathy, micronutrient medicine, acupuncture, and nutritional medicine. She has worked with Applied Kinesiology for many years and was trained by Wolfgang Gerz, Dr. Hans Garten, Dieter Becker, and many other outstanding teachers. Since 2024, she has been a Diplomate of the International Board of Applied Kinesiology (DIBAK) and an official instructor at the International College of Applied Kinesiology. She runs her own private AK practice in Munich, Germany, with a focus on functional and integrative medicine.

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Dr Lars Kurvin

MD, DIBAK

Dr. Kurvin is a specialist in Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery and a Certified Teacher of Applied Professional Kinesiology. Born and rooted in Munich, he studied Human Medicine at Ludwig Maximilian University Munich (LMU). From 2003 on he worked as a trauma and orthopedic surgeon until 2014 - when he first opened his own clinic and stopped doing surgery for good.

During this time, he served as team physician for the German Football Association (DFB). He also provided medical care for EHC Red Bull Munich in the German Ice Hockey League.

As a Certified Teacher of Applied Professional Kinesiology, Dr. Kurvin specializes in the functional assessment of muscular and joint dysfunctions, helping to identify underlying imbalances that may otherwise remain undetected. His approach combines Applied Kinesiology with principles of Osteopathy and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to address physical imbalances, energy deficiencies, and acute or chronic fatigue.

A particular focus of his work is the assessment and treatment of upper cervical instability, as well as associated nutritional deficiencies and specific metabolic conditions.

Clinic Website: www.dr-kurvin.de

Clinic website