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Koren Specific Technique (KST) is a technique developed by Tedd Koren in 2005. While the technique is associated with chiropractic techniques, Koren has variously described it as an "analysis protocol" or "healthcare protocol". Practitioners of KST may use their hands, or they may use an electric device known as an "ArthroStim" for assessment and adjustments. Some insurers which cover other chiropractic techniques exclude KST from coverage because of lack of scientific evidence of safety and/or efficacy.
KST practitioners make several claims about the technique. They claim that KST practitioners can use a patient's occipital drop to determine the location of the patient's aliments. They also claim that the technique relieves tension, stress and issues on problematic areas in the body by delivering low-impact force and that this force is based on Schumann resonances, a set of spectrum peaks in the extremely low frequency (ELF) portion of the Earth's electromagnetic field spectrum. Proponents claim KST is derived from the "Directional Non-Force Technique" and "Spinal Column Stressology."
KST has been subject to controversy both inside and outside the chiropractic field. The World Federation of Chiropractic accused Koren of unprofessional behavior by offering seminars in the technique to non-chiropractic practitioners. Experts have said there is "a lack of evidence" regarding the effectiveness of KST. The North Dakota Department of Human Services made a determination regarding KST's unproven effectiveness and "paucity of evidence."
References
- Tedd Koren (2009-10-06). "Chiropractic- history, practice, potential". jdc.jefferson.edu. Retrieved 2015-06-30.
- ^ Editorial Board (29 January 2009). "Koren Specific Technique Not Chiropractic? WFC Alleges "Serious Professional Misconduct"". Dynamic Chiropractic. Retrieved 29 March 2016.
- Chiropractic, Secrest Family (2013-07-14). "Scottsdale Chiropractor Focuses on Chiropractic for TMJ Patients". GlobeNewswire News Room. Retrieved 2015-06-30.
- "Natural Health Awareness Event This Saturday". Pagosa Daily Post. 2015-03-12. Retrieved 2015-06-30.
- ^ "Chiropractic Services - Policy", Aetna, retrieved 29 March 2016
- ^ NHS Leeds West CCG Assurance Committee (2014-01-02). "Complementary and Alternative Therapies Evidence Based Decision Making Framework" (PDF). leedswestccg.nhs.uk. Retrieved 2015-06-30.
- ^ "Provider Manual for Chiropractic Services" (PDF). North Dakota Department of Human Services. State of North Dakota.
- "KST: Koren Specific Technique". Sunrise Health Institute. Retrieved 2015-06-30.
- Davis, Heather D.C.; Byrley, Amy D.C. (2012-07-19). "Correction of Subluxation and Alleviation of Asthma Symptoms in a Pediatric Patient: A Case Study" (PDF). McCoy Press. Retrieved 2015-06-30.
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