KCUCS Certification Program – Developing Masters
Welcome to the pathway toward mastery in Upper Cervical Care. This program builds on decades of research, technique development, and a legacy passed down through giants like B.J. Palmer and Dr. Michael Kale. Whether you’re a new doctor seeking comprehensive training or a veteran chiropractor hoping to sharpen your Knee Chest Upper Cervical skills, the KCUCS Certification Program is designed to elevate your practice and transform lives.
Download the Full KCUCS Certification Program Pamphlet (PDF)
A Legacy of Excellence Begins
Since its roots in the early 2000s, the KCUCS has grown into one of the most comprehensive and respected Upper Cervical programs in the profession. Inspired by the work of Dr. Michael Kale, Dr. Lyle Sherman, and anchored by leaders such as Dr. Robert Kessinger, the KCUCS emphasizes:
- Education That Transforms: Understand not just “how” but “why” — bridging the gap between clinical procedures and foundational neurology.
- Research That Validates: Our published works in JVSR, JMPT, and other journals support the science behind the Knee Chest approach.
- Mastery That Transforms Lives: Move from being a mere technician to a dedicated guardian of the Medullary Lock and a catalyst for true patient health.
Program Highlights – The 2025 Seminar Series
While not limited to seminars, our Certification track includes four cornerstone modules in 2025, each building on the last to form a cohesive mastery pathway:
- January 25: X-ray Mastery
Dive into precise atlas/axis misalignment analysis using updated frameworks, stereo views, and specialized measurements. - March 15: Adjusting Excellence
Refine your 6-step Knee Chest posture adjustment, biomechanics, and the art behind a truly stable correction. - July 26: Instrumentation Precision
Master Pattern Analysis, advanced Tytron Infrared techniques, and know when — and when not — to adjust. - November 14–15: Advanced Neurology
Explore the upper cervical spine’s intimate link with the cerebellum, basal ganglia, vagus nerve, and overall autonomic regulation. This is the “why” behind our entire approach.
These seminars aren’t just CE events. They’re milestones on your path to mastering the Knee Chest Upper Cervical approach.
The Medullary Lock & Pattern Analysis
A hallmark of KCUCS is our in-depth understanding of the Medullary Lock — a stabilizing mechanism vital to the brainstem and upper spinal cord. We focus on:
- Protecting the Cord: Mastering suboccipital muscles, ligaments, and the dentate ligament’s critical role in nerve integrity.
- Avoiding Over-Adjustment: Discover why “Holding is Healing” and how over-adjustment can compromise the lock.
- Tytron Infrared & Pattern Analysis: Learn the five distinctive graph readings and how they guide precise, individualized care.
When you truly grasp these concepts, you’ll know exactly when and how to adjust for maximum impact — and when to let the body’s innate intelligence thrive.
From BJ Palmer to KCUCS World Missions
The KCUCS community carries forward a tradition rooted in the BJ Palmer Research Clinic while forging new paths through published research and global outreach. Our KCUCS World Missions teams bring Knee Chest care to underserved populations worldwide, exemplifying our commitment to precise, life-changing adjustments.
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
This Certification Program is for chiropractors who strive for excellence, not just competence. Whether it’s the X-ray Mastery module or a full-year immersion across all four trainings, every step resonates with our core philosophy of developing true masters in Upper Cervical care.
Contact Us:
Phone: 573-579-5672
Email:
1424 Kurre Lane, Cape Girardeau, MO 67301