What Is Koren Specific Technique? The Ultimate Guide
Looking to learn more about what the Koren Specific Technique is? Not sure where to start?
Well, you’re in the right place. KST is a revolutionary adjusting chiropractic technique, and now you can learn more about it.
In this article, we will cover what the KST is, what ArthroStim is, the three Cs of KST, and the benefits.
Keep reading to learn more.
What Is KST?
The Koren Specific Technique is a revolutionary chiropractic adjusting technique, which provides any practice members with lasting and effective results. It was discovered in 2003 by Dr. Tedd Koren, and the entire premise of it is powerful results through gentle adjustment.
Most often, the process is done via a tool called the ArthroStim, which allows precise and accurate adjustment without the need for popping, cracking, or twisting.
All people of all ages can benefit from KST. And because of its neurological nature, KST chiropractic is an ideal method for asking the body to naturally make its corrections.
Allowing the body to make corrections is vital because the process honors the wisdom and knowledge of the brain/nervous system by never over-exceeding or undermining its ability.
What Is ArthroStim?
ArthroStim is an FDA-approved tool that has been developed in Oregon by IMPAC technology. It has been perfected, refined, and updated over its 22-year presence in the industry.
It involves introducing force and energy to the body for the removal of nerve pressure and segment realignment at a speed of 12 hertz (taps) per second. It is accurate, fast, and low-force.
The device allows patients to experience specific adjustment, which only attributes to a particular area of the body, and does not involve cracking, turning, or twisting the entire body. This technique allows adjustment to be made in a variety of positions and postures.
And this is critical to the healing process’s success because some problems can only be reproduced in a specific posture. An injury might not reveal itself unless it is placed under certain conditions, shown only in a particular position of the body.
The “position of subluxation” is even more noticeable when people experience pain, neurological issues, TMJ, and much more.
The Three Cs of KST
As mentioned earlier, KST has three crucial Cs. And they are:
Challenge
The challenge is the analytical part of the process. In a short period of time, the entire human body’s infrastructure can be challenged and checked. The technique starts with the skull, spine, discs, all the way to the legs, hands, and feet.
Anything out of position can be analyzed.
Check
The check allows the practitioners to determine if a body part is out of position. The base of the skull is the metric for a yes/no response. It’s called the occipital drop. However, Dr. Dody has progressed to using the shoulder blades to assess the body.
This system is very similar to muscle testing in kinesiology, where a muscle weakness when attached via a negative impulse. The occipital drop is the same principle, but passive.
Correct
The “correct” portion of this technique is the adjustment of the area that requires the Arthrostim device. There is no manual adjustment, no popping, no cracking, no noise, except for that produced by the device.
What Are the Benefits of KST?
If you’re not sure of the benefits, let’s take a look at some. Here is a shortlist of some reasons why you might want to add KST to your health regiment.
Minimal Force
Minimal ForceIf you’re someone who doesn’t enjoy high pressure on the body, then KST is ideal for you. As mentioned earlier, it applies steady-paced quick low-pressure taps, which are comfortable, unlike twisting the spine. It is very different from the traditional manual chiropractic adjustment.
Immediate Effects
KST often provides immediate positive results of the issues that bring people into the office in the first place. The improvement means that you can perform functional movements without pain. Seeing quick changes helps us make sure you are in the right place to get the care you need.
All-Positional Adjustment
KST is useful because it can be applied in all positions of the body. Sitting, standing, lying, whatever is comfortable for you, works with KST.
Works on Stubborn Bodies
Even the most stubborn of bodies experience great results with KST. We often see tough cases that other therapies have not helped. You are no exception.
Good for All Ages
KST is perfect for people of all ages, and it does not discriminate. It involves gentle manipulation, which can work for anyone at any age.
No Testing Required
With KST, you don’t CAT scans or X-rays. The entire process is designed for minimally invasive testing and quick adjustment.
A Note on KST
Through KST, subluxations in the body that represent locked stress in the body/mind can be found out and addressed directly. These can include but are not limited to allergies, ADD/ADHD, asthma, dyslexia, PTSD, emotional issues, bad habits, toxicity, disc issues, athletic performance, neuromusculoskeletal pain, and weight issues.
The most significant breakthrough of KST is the value of correction of a patient in the position of subluxation, whether emotional or physical.
So what are subluxations? Well, they are quite sneaky. They come and go as they like, and move when we move, sit when we sit, stand when we stand.
An example of this could be a car accident victim. If they were to sit and hold the steering wheel (imaginary), you could visibly see subluxations, which might not be seen when the patient is lying down on a correction table.
Therefore, correction through all-positional KST can address these subluxations and correct issues stored in the body and physiological memory.
The Koren Specific Technique for You
Now that you know all you need to know about the Koren Specific Technique, you are well on your way to experiencing it first hand. If you want to take your health to the next level, say goodbye to traditional chiropractic and say hello to KST.
If you’re interested in scheduling an appointment, get in touch with us now, and our friendly staff will contact you as soon as possible.
With over 20 years in the field, Dr. Dody is a seasoned chiropractor specializing in Functional Nutrition, Neurofeedback, and the Koren Specific Technique (KST). His unique ‘whole person approach’ identifies the root causes of health issues, offering patients not just relief but lasting wellness. Recognized for his expertise, Dr. Dody’s treatments often yield dramatic improvements from the very first visit.
