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==Biography== |
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In 1977, Koren graduated from [[Sherman College of Chiropractic]] in [[Spartanburg]], [[South Carolina]].<ref name=Barrett2010/> He practiced as a [[chiropractor]] in [[Philadelphia]],<ref name=Barrett2010/> and during that time helped to found the (now defunct) Pennsylvania College of Chiropractic.<ref>{{cite book|last1=Hammett|first1=Matt Andrew|last2=Hammett|first2=Trish Lynn|title=Inspire Chiropractic|date=2010|publisher=Inspire Chiropractic|isbn=9780615341941|page=137|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=m5yAG3GZ5esC&q=%22Tedd+Koren%22|accessdate=27 April 2018|language=en}}</ref> Koren publishes brochures under the name Koren Publications, Inc. which is one of the most prolific publishers of chiropractic literature.<ref name="Homola">{{cite book|last1=Homola|first1=Samuel|title=Inside Chiropractic: A Patient's Guide|date=1999|publisher=Prometheus Books|location=Amherst, New York|isbn=1573926981|pages=[https://archive.org/details/insidechiropract00samu/page/102 102-104]|quote=During the past several years the most prolific publisher has been Tedd Koren, D.C., of Philadelphia, doing business as Koren Publications. During 1998, Koren's fifty-four pamphlets included: "Allergies," "Are You Popping Pills?" "Asthma & Emphysema"...and "Why Should I return If I'm Feeling Fine?|url-access=registration|url=https://archive.org/details/insidechiropract00samu/page/102}}</ref> His publications cover over 60 topics related to chiropractic care,<ref name=Barrett2010/> with titles such as ''Allergies'', ''Asthma & Emphysema'', ''Blood Pressure'', and more.<ref name="Homola" /> |
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In 1995, Koren was under investigation by the [[Federal Trade Commission]] (FTC) after an anonymous complaint for "false and misleading advertising".<ref name=Barrett2010/> Koren rewrote a number of his pamphlets as a result of the proposed FTC consent order, given to him in 1997.<ref name=Doherty1998/> No charges were pressed and the investigation was subsequently dropped in 2001.<ref name=Barrett2010>{{cite web| title = FTC Drops Chiropractic Investigation| author = [[Stephen Barrett]], M.D.| work = Chirobase| date = 2010-01-17| url = http://www.chirobase.org/04Ads/koren.html}}</ref> |
In 1995, Koren was under investigation by the [[Federal Trade Commission]] (FTC) after an anonymous complaint for "false and misleading advertising".<ref name=Barrett2010/> Koren rewrote a number of his pamphlets as a result of the proposed FTC consent order, given to him in 1997.<ref name=Doherty1998/> No charges were pressed and the investigation was subsequently dropped in 2001.<ref name=Barrett2010>{{cite web| title = FTC Drops Chiropractic Investigation| author = [[Stephen Barrett]], M.D.| work = Chirobase| date = 2010-01-17| url = http://www.chirobase.org/04Ads/koren.html}}</ref> |
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In 2008, the [[World Federation of Chiropractic]] (WFC) accused Koren of "serious professional misconduct" by offering seminars in the technique to non-chiropractic practitioners.<ref name=DynChiro2009/> |
In 2008, the [[World Federation of Chiropractic]] (WFC) accused Koren of "serious professional misconduct" by offering seminars in the technique to non-chiropractic practitioners.<ref name=DynChiro2009/> |
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As of 2019 Dr. Koren has taught nearly 4,000 Doctors of Chiropractic, Doctors of Medicine, Doctors of Osteopathy, Dentists, bodyworkers and the lay public. |
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Koren believes chiropractic is about more than treating |
Koren believes chiropractic is about more than treating back pain.<ref name=Doherty1998/> He believes the chiropractic method of adjusting [[vertebral subluxation|subluxation]]s may have positive results that range from [[asthma]] to [[premenstrual syndrome]] according to his pamphlets.<ref name=Doherty1998/> |
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== References == |
== References == |
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Latest revision as of 01:55, 22 December 2023
Tedd Koren | |
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| Born | 1950 (age 74–75) |
| Occupation | Chiropractor |
| Known for | Koren Specific Technique |
| Notable work | Koren Publications, Inc. |
Tedd Koren (born 1950) is a chiropractor[1] who created the Koren Specific Technique (KST)[2] around 2004.[3] Koren said he originated KST after practicing on himself to relieve his own pain.[4] Koren wrote on his website that "KST is an analysis protocol not a chiropractic technique."[2] He resides in Hatfield, Pennsylvania.[3]
Biography
[edit]In 1977, Koren graduated from Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, South Carolina.[5] He practiced as a chiropractor in Philadelphia,[5] and during that time helped to found the (now defunct) Pennsylvania College of Chiropractic.[6] Koren publishes brochures under the name Koren Publications, Inc. which is one of the most prolific publishers of chiropractic literature.[7] His publications cover over 60 topics related to chiropractic care,[5] with titles such as Allergies, Asthma & Emphysema, Blood Pressure, and more.[7]
In 1995, Koren was under investigation by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) after an anonymous complaint for "false and misleading advertising".[5] Koren rewrote a number of his pamphlets as a result of the proposed FTC consent order, given to him in 1997.[1] No charges were pressed and the investigation was subsequently dropped in 2001.[5]
In 2008, the World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) accused Koren of "serious professional misconduct" by offering seminars in the technique to non-chiropractic practitioners.[2]
Koren believes chiropractic is about more than treating back pain.[1] He believes the chiropractic method of adjusting subluxations may have positive results that range from asthma to premenstrual syndrome according to his pamphlets.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d Doherty, Brian (1998-03-01). "Masters of Manipulation". Reason.com. Retrieved 2016-04-28.
- ^ a b c Editorial Board (29 January 2009). "Koren Specific Technique Not Chiropractic? WFC Alleges "Serious Professional Misconduct"". Dynamic Chiropractic. Retrieved 29 March 2016.
- ^ a b "Lake Mills Family Chiropractic practices new method". AlbertLeaTribune. October 15, 2009.
- ^ LeCain W. Smith (12 August 2014). Our Inner Ocean. Archway Publishing. pp. 111–. ISBN 978-1-4525-1868-8.
- ^ a b c d e Stephen Barrett, M.D. (2010-01-17). "FTC Drops Chiropractic Investigation". Chirobase.
- ^ Hammett, Matt Andrew; Hammett, Trish Lynn (2010). Inspire Chiropractic. Inspire Chiropractic. p. 137. ISBN 9780615341941. Retrieved 27 April 2018.
- ^ a b Homola, Samuel (1999). Inside Chiropractic: A Patient's Guide. Amherst, New York: Prometheus Books. pp. 102-104. ISBN 1573926981.
During the past several years the most prolific publisher has been Tedd Koren, D.C., of Philadelphia, doing business as Koren Publications. During 1998, Koren's fifty-four pamphlets included: "Allergies," "Are You Popping Pills?" "Asthma & Emphysema"...and "Why Should I return If I'm Feeling Fine?
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