Koren Specific Technique
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Koren Specific Technique (KST) is a technique developed by Tedd Koren.[1] Practitioners of KST may use their hands, or they may use an electric device known as an "ArthroStim" for assessment and adjustments.[2] While the technique is associated with chiropratic techniques, Koren has variously described it as an "analysis procotol" and "healthcare protocol."[3]
According to Aetna's policy regarding chiropractic treatment, KST allegedly gathers "binary information of the holographic body, which supposedly enables a trained practitioner to access information about a patient's physiology that otherwise would not be available. However, there is a lack of evidence regarding the effectiveness of this approach."[2] Their policy explains that, for this reason, Aetna does not cover KST, although they do reimburse for some other chiropractic interventions when the effectiveness has been "proven by adequate scientific studies, published in peer-reviewed scientific journals."[2] The North Dakota Department of Human Services made a similar determination regarding KST's unproven effectiveness and "paucity of evidence." KST was therefore specifically excluded from the list chiropractic treatments covered under their state-funded health plans.[4] Citing the same reasons, the UK Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust also explicitly excluded KST from their list of covered chiropractic therapies.[5]
References
- ^ Tedd Koren (2009-10-06). "Chiropractic- history, practice, potential". jdc.jefferson.edu. Retrieved 2015-06-30.
- ^ a b c "Chiropractic Services - Policy", Aetna, retrieved 29 March 2016
- ^ Editorial Board (29 January 2009). "Koren Specific Technique Not Chiropractic? WFC Alleges "Serious Professional Misconduct"". Dynamic Chiropractic. Retrieved 29 March 2016.
- ^ "Provider Manual for Chiropractic Services" (PDF). North Dakota Department of Human Services. State of North Dakota.
- ^ 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.