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Dr. Anna Saylor using the ArthroStim instrument for Koren Specific Technique chiropractic adjustment

Koren Specific Technique (KST)

Precise, gentle chiropractic corrections using the ArthroStim instrument. No twisting, popping, or cracking. Just effective, comfortable care.

What is Koren Specific Technique?

Koren Specific Technique (KST) is a gentle, specific chiropractic technique developed by Dr. Tedd Koren. It uses a combination of precise analysis and the ArthroStim adjusting instrument to locate and correct subluxations (areas of nerve interference) throughout the body. KST can find and address subluxations that other methods may miss.

What makes KST unique is its ability to analyze and adjust the body in any position -- standing, sitting, or lying down -- allowing our doctors to address problems in the posture and position where they actually occur. This makes corrections more accurate and longer-lasting.

Why Choose KST?

Precise Corrections

The ArthroStim delivers rapid, gentle impulses to precisely correct subluxations that other methods may miss, ensuring thorough and effective care.

Comfortable for All Ages

From infants to seniors, KST is gentle enough for anyone. No twisting, popping, or cracking -- just precise, comfortable corrections.

Full-Body Assessment

KST can address subluxations anywhere in the body, including areas that are difficult to reach with traditional manual techniques.

How the ArthroStim Works

The ArthroStim is a handheld adjusting instrument that delivers rapid, gentle impulses at a controlled force. It produces 12 to 14 gentle "taps" per second, which is fast enough to stimulate the nervous system without engaging the body's protective muscle guarding response. This means corrections are more comfortable and more effective.

Unlike manual adjustments that rely on a single forceful thrust, the ArthroStim's repetitive impulses gently encourage the joints and tissues to move into proper alignment. The force used is so gentle that patients of all ages -- from newborns to elderly patients -- can be comfortably adjusted.

No Twisting, Popping, or Cracking

Many people are hesitant about chiropractic care because they are uncomfortable with the idea of manual adjustments that produce popping or cracking sounds. With KST, there is no twisting of the body, no sudden thrusts, and no popping or cracking. The ArthroStim delivers precise corrections that are comfortable and gentle.

Conditions KST Can Help With

Because KST addresses the nervous system at a fundamental level, patients with a wide variety of conditions have found relief and improved function through this technique.

Pain & Discomfort

Back pain, neck pain, headaches, migraines, joint pain, sciatica, and other musculoskeletal conditions respond well to precise KST corrections.

Nervous System Function

Digestive issues, sleep problems, stress, anxiety, and general nervous system dysfunction can improve when subluxations are corrected and nerve flow is restored.

Who is KST For?

KST is ideal for anyone seeking gentle, effective chiropractic care. It is especially well-suited for:

Infants and young children
Pregnant women
Seniors
Those who prefer no manual manipulation
Athletes seeking performance improvement
People with chronic conditions
Post-surgical patients
Anyone new to chiropractic care

KST at Van Every Family Chiropractic

Dr. Anna Saylor is a certified Koren Specific Technique practitioner who teaches KST nationally. All three of our doctors are KST-certified, combining it with Talsky Tonal Chiropractic to provide a comprehensive, gentle approach tailored to each patient's unique needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions About KST

What is Koren Specific Technique?

Koren Specific Technique (KST) is a gentle chiropractic method developed by Dr. Tedd Koren. It uses precise analysis and the ArthroStim adjusting instrument to locate and correct subluxations throughout the body. KST can be performed in any position and finds issues other methods may miss.

Does KST involve cracking or popping?

No. KST uses the ArthroStim instrument, which delivers gentle, rapid impulses without any twisting, cracking, or popping. Patients of all ages from newborns to seniors find KST adjustments comfortable. This makes it ideal for those who are nervous about traditional chiropractic.

What is the ArthroStim instrument?

The ArthroStim is a handheld adjusting instrument that delivers 12 to 14 gentle taps per second at a controlled force. It stimulates the nervous system without triggering protective muscle guarding, making corrections more comfortable and effective than traditional manual adjustments.

Who can benefit from KST?

KST benefits patients of all ages and conditions including infants, children, pregnant women, seniors, athletes, and those with chronic pain. It is especially well-suited for people who prefer gentle care or who have not responded well to traditional chiropractic techniques.

What makes KST different from traditional chiropractic?

KST analyzes and adjusts the body in any position, standing, sitting, or lying down, addressing problems where they actually occur. Traditional chiropractic typically adjusts only in a lying position. KST also uses instrument-assisted corrections rather than manual thrusts.

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