A Revolutionary Approach to Chiropractic Care
A Revolutionary Approach to Chiropractic Care
By Kevin Ross, DC
In the field of chiropractic care, the Koren Specific Technique (KST) stands out as a revolutionary method that goes beyond addressing symptoms to uncover and correct the root causes of dysfunction. Developed by Dr. Tedd Koren, KST offers a precise and holistic approach to patient care. I’ve witnessed the transformative power of KST firsthand, and I’m eager to share how it helps practitioners and patients achieve comprehensive, lasting healing.
Dr. Tedd Koren’s journey to creating KST was born from a deeply personal struggle. Dr. Koren was severely injured when a heavy shelf collapsed on him, which left him with chronic pain and neurological issues that conventional care, including traditional chiropractic adjustments, couldn’t resolve. His frustration with these limitations drove him to search for a more effective solution.
Through years of research, experimentation, and determination, Dr. Koren developed KST, a technique designed to address the root causes of dysfunction in a precise, gentle, and noninvasive manner. This personal experience with his own recovery fueled his passion and shaped a technique that would go on to help thousands of patients around the world.
Koren Specific Technique is unique because of its combination of detailed biofeedback analysis and gentle adjustments. Two core aspects differentiate KST from other chiropractic methods:
KST uses binary biofeedback to guide the chiropractor in identifying areas of the body that require adjustment. This approach provides a “yes” or “no” response from the body, giving real-time feedback that helps pinpoint areas of stress, dysfunction, or misalignment.
The process involves positioning the patient’s body in specific ways to challenge or reveal underlying issues. The body communicates where the problems lie through subtle physiological responses, allowing the chiropractor to detect the exact areas needing correction. This method ensures that the adjustments are targeted, avoiding guesswork and allowing for precise intervention.
By listening to the body’s feedback in this way, KST practitioners can locate and address the true source of the issue, making the technique both highly accurate and efficient.
Once the areas of dysfunction have been identified through biofeedback, KST uses a gentle adjustment process. The adjustments are typically made using the ArthroStim instrument, which delivers rapid, low-force thrusts to the targeted areas. This allows the chiropractor to make precise corrections without using forceful manual adjustments typically associated with chiropractic care.
The ArthroStim is versatile and can be used to adjust delicate areas, such as the cranial bones, spine, and extremities. Its gentle approach makes KST suitable for patients of all ages — from infants to the elderly — and for those with conditions like osteoporosis or joint instability that make manual adjustments too risky or uncomfortable.
KST’s focus on gentle, noninvasive care ensures that patients receive a customized approach that is effective and comfortable.
KST’s combination of precise analysis and gentle adjustments makes it adaptable to a wide range of health conditions. Patients suffering from chronic pain, stress, digestive issues, or musculoskeletal problems have found relief through KST’s unique approach.
One of KST’s key benefits is that it goes beyond symptom relief, targeting the root causes of dysfunction to promote long-term healing. By addressing the underlying issues in the body, KST helps restore balance and improve overall well-being. Patients often report significant improvements in their mobility, pain levels, sleep quality, and even emotional health after undergoing KST adjustments.
KST is particularly beneficial for patients who have not found relief through other chiropractic methods or healthcare treatments. Its precision and gentleness offer a unique path to recovery, especially for individuals with complex or long-standing health issues.
A particularly memorable case involved a patient suffering from chronic migraines for over a decade. Despite trying numerous options, including medications, dietary changes, and traditional chiropractic adjustments, nothing provided lasting relief.
When she came to my practice, I used KST to assess her condition. The binary biofeedback revealed misalignments in her upper cervical spine and cranial bones, areas that had likely been overlooked in her previous care. Using the ArthroStim, I delivered precise, gentle adjustments to correct these misalignments.
The results were remarkable. After just a few sessions, the patient’s migraines began to decrease in both frequency and intensity. Eventually, her migraines disappeared entirely. This case illustrates how KST can provide profound, lasting relief, even for patients who have struggled with chronic conditions for years.
KST’s holistic approach is one of its most powerful attributes. Dr. Koren understood that physical health is deeply interconnected with emotional and energetic well-being. Many patients experience emotional releases during KST adjustments, particularly those who have experienced trauma or prolonged stress.
By addressing the physical, emotional, and energetic aspects of health, KST facilitates a more comprehensive healing process. This approach helps clear emotional blockages that may be stored in the body, leading to deeper and more lasting recovery.
As more chiropractors integrate KST into their practices, the future of chiropractic care is becoming more individualized, precise, and patient-centered. KST’s innovative use of binary biofeedback, combined with its gentle, noninvasive adjustments, is transforming how chiropractors approach healing.
KST offers a groundbreaking solution for practitioners seeking to expand their scope and patients looking for lasting relief. Dr. Koren’s technique has already improved the lives of countless individuals, and its potential to reshape chiropractic care is just beginning.
Dr. Kevin W. Ross has over 30 years of experience in family wellness, with a special interest in pediatric and pregnancy care. As KST’s Academic Director, he teaches practitioners to evaluate specific and adjust specific, enhancing patient outcomes. Learn more atwww.korenspecifictechnique.com.
