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Lower Back Pain

Most lower back pain people tend to suffer from is basically a defense mechanism called Protective Muscle Spasm. A spastic muscle is a muscle which was forced to contract and lost its ability to stretch. A spastic muscle resists being exercised, stretched or massaged because these activities will over-stimulate the central nervous system.

The lower back muscles which may be involved in spasms are:

Erector Spinae – Long muscles along the spine, originating in the tail bone (sacrum) and attached to the back of the head and neck.
Quadratus Lumborum – Side muscles attached to the lower spine vertebrae, the lower ribs, and the upper edge of the hip.
Psoas - Extremely important muscle, attached to the spine from the front and side, and connected to the inside of the hip and leg. This muscle is the main culprit of lower back in our society, since we have become very sedentary. This muscle is the most used and abused in the body, because we use it all the time, while walking, standing and sitting. When this muscle gets tired and spastic, it will pull on the spine to the side, rotate it ,causing the muscles in the back to resist the pull and get into a spasm too.

back Muscle spasm could be activated by overuse, overstreching, or sudden trauma like a fall, car accident or being hit by an object.

These three muscles often respond with a spastic reaction when the hips are not leveled horizontaly. The hips have to be leveled stucturally to make the body work efficiently, because they contain the body gravity center.

In addition these muscles respond to the "righting reflex" in the eyes. This reflex keeps our eyes leveled horizontaly so we will not get dizzy and be able to function.

When the hips are not level, the body's center of gravity is thrown off, causing the spinal muscles to pull to one side as the nervous system attempts to keep the eyes leveled. While this allows us to continue to function, the muscles mentiioned above which are forced to contract will work excessively and eventually become spasmed.

James Field - Studio City, CA

I came in to his office in the worse pain of my life... barely able to walk. Then in Gadi’s calm, patient, knowledgeable hands my muscles relaxed and my nervous system calmed. With doctors and chiropractors puzzled, he knew right away what was wrong and the cause of my pain. I highly recommend going to him, not only does he help, but he also teaches you how do it on your own.

Be well, James Field

John Rashap - Santa Monica, CA

Thanks again for fixing my back!! After visiting chiropractors, physical therapists and acupuncturists over the last 2 years, with minimal results, I was thrilled and amazed that in 3 visits to you, over 10 days, my back issues were cured. In fact, I played 36 holes of golf last week with no pain during my rounds or afterwards. My game has improved and my discomfort has gone away. I am also able to hike, now, without my back stiffening up. I can’t begin to describe how life changing my experience with you has been…to be free of back pain is incredible! I can’t thank you enough. Additionally, the exercises you showed me are easy to do and have yielded great results. Your therapy sessions immediately eliminated my back spasms and there was no pain involved.

You were such a gentleman and a true professional to deal with, especially when you told me I did not need to continue to see you, since I was pain free. I am a raving fan of yours and whenever I get a chance, I tell people how terrific you are.

Buz Tarlow - Topanga, CA

Some things in life are so important that time must be set aside to address them. At fifty years old with a injured back since 11 years old I came to Gadi Kaufman after struggling to recovery from major back surgery. I tried physical therapists, doctors, and on down the list ending up with a women praying over me with crystals. After some recovery my back was getting frighteningly worse. Gadi’s first treatment passed the “Advil ” test, did I feel better than I would have taking two Advil. Yes, much better. Things simply got better and better from there. All other practitioners either hurt me during or pain came after treatment, aggravating my problem, or they did nothing. Gadi released the pain and clearly explained what the cause was and how I could slowly remedy it. What more could I ask for! I now rarely have any pain and even the rare occurrence is disappearing. I am preparing to return to more mainstream help like yoga and Pilates, which formerly had just hurt my back more. I want to add that for most of my life I have worked as a professional coach in both cycling and rowing. I have helped many athletes deal with injuries and thus have been exposed to a large number of therapists. Gadi’s knowledge in his field is simply outstanding. I also want to mention that he always puts me first. Some therapists try to put you on a very long expensive routine where you must see them essentially for life. Gadi is all about getting me well and teaching me to keep myself well. He has given me my life back.

Rick Vancott - Santa Monica, CA

When I first came to Gadi, I couldn’t raise my right leg. I also had neck and lower back pain. With his unique method and customized exercises, I have been able to maintain a very active lifestyle. I have recommended him to my family and my friends, and I can’t thank him enough for all his patience and help.

Roberta Feigenbaum - L.A., CA

“Gadi Kaufman’s Strain Counterstrain therapy has been a critical turning point in my life. After numerous lumbar and thoracic fusions, I suffered in pain for many years. I could no longer sit in a chair, walking had
become challenging, and getting a good nights’ sleep had become a rarity. I tried pain killers, traditional treatments, many alternative treatments, and had been to numerous pain specialists. Relief had always been temporary and fleeting. Then, by chance, I had the great fortune to discover Gadi’s Strain Counterstrain work. Little did I know that in contacting Gadi for treatment I would be able to sit again, get the first deep sleep I’ve had in years, and best of all, not wake up in horrible pain each day. I am truly grateful.”

Jason Gonor - Los Angeles, CA

I am a 37 year old athletic male who loves to play all sports. About 15 years ago i had a major back surgery where they took part of my hip bone and fused it to my back to heal a broken vertabrae. The surgury was a success until about 4 years later I started getting horribe back spasms. I went everywhere to fix it phsical therapy, chiropractors, and accupuncture. None of it helped I found myself depressed and mentally drained. Finally a friend told me about Gadi. At first i was hesitant as I had never heard of this kind of work being done. I finally gave it a chance feeling I had nothing to lose. I honestly did not expect it work as I had grown tired of being dissapointed. In 3 short weeks i was back to my old self the way i was before I hurt my back. I cant stress enough how Gadi turned my life around. I now play anything I want to do ie. basketball ski tennis pilates. If you have muscular problems I know Gadi can fix it. If you think I am exagetating call me at my work 800-914-9434 ask for Jason.

John Berkman - Calabasas, CA

I met Gadi Kaufman when I was in a lot of pain in my lower back. I had tried physical therapy and chiropractics in the past to no avail. Having been treated by Gadi was a miracle. His unique combination of techniques was amazing. They made all the difference in the world. Since then I have no low back pain, I am very active physically in spite of my advanced age. I strongly recommend to everbody to take advantage of his remarkable gift if they are in any pain whatsoever.

Richard Mills - Claremont, CA

Dear Gadi,
I wish to thank you for your neuromuscular theraputic help following my recent back fusion operation.
As expected my back and leg muscles tightened dramatically.
Your ability to get the muscles to relax gave me reduced pain and improved mobility facillitating my rehab program.

Amy Jacobson - Sacramento, CA

I came to Gadi due to some whiplash that I had received from a car accident. Gadi's treatment was so productive, that I also asked him to help me with some continual pain in my lower back, which felt like it was the result severely poor alignment, and stiffness in my neck. I believe that his strain counter strain therapy totally works and has definitely helped relieve me of my pain and discomfort. Thanks, Gadi.