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Neck Pain
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Neck pain can be triggered by a trauma (fall, car accident, whiplash), "bad habits" (sitting in front of the computer with slouched shoulders and head forward), sleeping habits (on the side or on the stomach with the head turned to one side), or holding the phone with the shoulder to the ear.
All these activities will alarm the central nervous system, and will trigger it to send "protective muscle spasm reflex" to the muscle as a defense mechanism.
Once the muscle is in a spasm and its fibers have shortened, it has lost its ability to stretch. The muscle fibers will start to compress blood vessels, compromise blood circulation, entrap nerves, and compress joints, the cervical (neck) vertebrae in this case.
The involved muscle groups are located in the back, front and side of the neck.
- The Scalene muscles which located in front, side and back of the neck have a powerful impact on neck structure and function. They can straighten the normal neck curvature, or even reverse it. The anterior and lateral scalene could compress nerves, and will produce pain and radiation (tingling sensation and numbness) to the neck, shoulder, arm down to the fingers.
 The Upper Trapezius and Levator Scapulae muscles connect the cervical vertebrae to the shoulder blades (scapulae) and upper thoracic spine. While in a spasm they will produce pain to the back of the neck, to the shoulder and headaches.
- The S.C.M. (Sternocleidomastoid) muscle is connected from the clavicle (collar bone) to the side of the neck under the ear. When in spasm, it produce headaches stiff neck, and pain to the jaws, and side of the neck.
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These neck muscles respond to the position of the shoulders.  When the shoulders move forward, they take the neck and head forward with them, causing the eyes to be directed downwards, towards the floor. However, because of the "righting reflex", the head must be pulled back to level the eyes. For every inch the head is in front of the shoulders, the neck muscles are forced to work three times harder to support the head.
The position of the shoulders is determined by the position of the hips because they carry the body's center of gravity. When the hips are pushed too far forward or backwards while sitting or standing, it will change the position of the shoulders which in turn affects the workload of the neck muscles and make them more susceptible to fatigue, leading to spasm. |
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Roberta Feigenbaum - L.A., CA
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“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.” |
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Dan Miller - Los Angeles, CA
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I had bad neck pain and headaches before seeing Gadi. His unique approach to treating neck pain relieved my symptoms and brought me back to 100%. I highly recommend Gadi to anyone experiencing neck pain or headaches. He is professional and the treatment was a success. |
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Robi Thayer
- Marina Del Rey, CA
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The type of therapy that Gadi Kaufman uses has been a life saver for me! I've been able to stay active and play tennis after 20 years of suffering from severe muscle spasms in my upper body. I also learned how to help deal with my occasional muscle spasms on my own. He has changed my life and taught me how to be aware of my body and maintain good posture. |
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Matt Moetazedi - Santa Monica, CA
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I'm a 50 year old man and Mr. Gadi through his amazing knowledge helped me to get rid of pain that I was suffering for years in the area of right elbow and neck. Mr. Gadi without using any medication, massage or conventional medicine techniques but only by positioning my mussels in a passive position for about 2 minutes could achieve that. This was and still is amazing to me. His technique in particular helped me with range of motion of my mouth. Due to an accident 24 years ago, my jaw broke and I could only open my mouth 20mm and after visiting Mr. Gadi for 4 sessions, range of motion of my mouth increased to 28mm.
Mr. Gadi, I wanted to thank you for what you did for me and I wish the best in the world for you.
Thanks again for everything. |
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Linda Masada - Santa Monica, CA
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For years I tried other therapies (chiropractic, Rolfing) to relieve neck and shoulder pain with inconsistent results that did not last. Finally, I tried Gadi. His techniques and instructions provide immediate relief that lasts. My condition continues to improve |
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