The N.M.T. (Neuromuscular Therapy) approach is a comprehensive program of manual therapy that works to rebalance the nervous system with the structure of the musculoskeletal system (skeleton and muscles of the body). The S.C.S. (Strain Counterstrain) technique works to inhibit hyperactivity of the spasm reflex, allowing the muscle to relax by improving oxygenation and eliminating pain. After the electrical (reflexes) and the biomechanical (muscles stretching) components of the muscle have been restored to balance, the compressed joint may be manually decompressed and returned to its normal range of motion. Once the manual manipulation part of the the therapy has been accomplished, the patient will be instructed to follow a home exercise program that will enhance and complement the positive effects of the treatment.

Gadi Kaufman
Certified Neuromuscular Therapist

Mr. Kaufman has over 20 years experience in the practice of manual therapy. He has a degree in physical education and certification in neuromuscular therapy and applied kinesiology. His extensive knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the body’s biomechanics has enabled him to create a unique combination of manual techniques which address the body as one functional unit. This allows him to address the causes of the pain by correcting the muscular imbalance that leads to chronic stress and vulnerability.

These techniques include the synthesis of strain-counter strain, myofascial release, muscle energy technique, Mulligan joint mobilization, clinical massage, as well as exercises. First the nervous system, then the muscular system, and finally the joint system will be addressed.

Gadi Kaufman works out of his Santa Monica based office Monday through Friday from 10 am to 6 pm. Please call to set up an appointment at 310-451-4113 or stop in and pay us a visit. Our address is 1460 7th Street, Suite 305, Santa Monica. Click here for a map and directions.