B.E.S.T. Technique
Bio-Energetic Synchronization Technique (B.E.S.T.) is a gentle, non-invasive therapy that helps restore the body's natural healing balance by addressing the mind-body connection.
What is B.E.S.T.?
B.E.S.T. is a holistic approach developed by Dr. M.T. Morter, Jr. that addresses the underlying causes of pain and dysfunction rather than just treating symptoms. The technique works by using light pressure on specific points on the body while guiding the patient through mental protocols.
The fundamental principle of B.E.S.T. is that the body has an innate ability to heal itself when interference is removed. Stress—whether physical, chemical, or emotional—creates interference patterns that disrupt the body's natural healing processes. B.E.S.T. helps identify and correct these interference patterns.
How B.E.S.T. Works
During a B.E.S.T. session, the practitioner uses light touch on specific pressure points while the patient focuses on particular thoughts or memories. This combination helps:
- Update the body's learned patterns of stress response
- Remove interference from the nervous system
- Restore proper communication between mind and body
- Allow the body's natural healing mechanisms to function optimally
- Address both current symptoms and underlying causes
The technique is completely gentle and non-invasive—no forceful adjustments or manipulations. Most people find it relaxing and stress-relieving.
Conditions That May Benefit
B.E.S.T. has been used to address a wide range of conditions:
- Chronic pain (back pain, neck pain, headaches)
- Musculoskeletal issues
- Digestive problems
- Allergies and immune system dysfunction
- Hormonal imbalances
- Stress and anxiety
- Sleep disorders
- Fatigue and low energy
- Learning and behavioral challenges
While B.E.S.T. is not a cure-all, many people find it helps with issues that haven't responded well to conventional treatments.
The Mind-Body Connection
One of B.E.S.T.'s key insights is the recognition that physical symptoms often have emotional or mental components. The body stores memories of past stresses and traumas, and these stored patterns can create ongoing physical dysfunction.
Modern research increasingly supports this mind-body connection. The American Psychological Association documents how chronic stress affects physical health, contributing to everything from muscle tension to immune system dysfunction.
B.E.S.T. works to identify and update these stored stress patterns, allowing the body to release physical tension and dysfunction related to past experiences.
What to Expect in a Session
A typical B.E.S.T. session involves:
- Assessment: Discussion of your health concerns and history
- Muscle Testing: Used to identify areas of interference and stress patterns
- Treatment: Gentle pressure on specific points while you focus on particular thoughts or scenarios
- Re-evaluation: Testing to confirm changes in the body's response patterns
- Home Care: Sometimes simple exercises or techniques to support the changes between sessions
Sessions typically last 30-60 minutes. Many people feel immediate relaxation and stress relief. Other changes may develop over hours or days as the body integrates the updated patterns.
Integration with Fitness Training
B.E.S.T. complements our strength training programs beautifully. When your body is free from interference and stress patterns, you:
- Recover faster from workouts
- Experience less pain and discomfort
- Make better progress toward fitness goals
- Have more energy for training
- Reduce risk of injury
Many of our training clients also receive B.E.S.T. treatments to optimize their overall wellness and athletic performance.
Scientific Foundation
While B.E.S.T. may seem unusual to those unfamiliar with holistic therapies, it's based on well-established principles of neurology, physiology, and the stress response system.
The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health recognizes that mind-body practices can have genuine physiological effects, influencing everything from heart rate to immune function.
B.E.S.T. practitioners undergo extensive training in anatomy, physiology, and the specific protocols of the technique. The approach has been refined over decades of clinical practice and continues to evolve based on practitioner experience and patient outcomes.
Who Can Benefit from B.E.S.T.?
B.E.S.T. is gentle enough for anyone from infants to elderly patients. Because it's non-invasive and works with the body's natural healing mechanisms rather than forcing change, it's safe for virtually everyone.
People who may particularly benefit include:
- Those with chronic conditions that haven't responded to conventional treatment
- People dealing with stress-related health issues
- Athletes seeking to optimize performance and recovery
- Anyone interested in a holistic, preventive approach to health
- People recovering from injuries or surgery
Complementary to Medical Care
B.E.S.T. is not a replacement for conventional medical care. Rather, it works alongside medical treatment to support the body's healing processes and address factors that medical interventions may not target.
We encourage all clients to maintain relationships with their primary care physicians and specialists. B.E.S.T. can complement medical treatment, often helping people get better results from their conventional care.