Toi Brown

I had lower back pain most of my life, and neck pain lasting for months.  I had a hard time sitting, standing, and bending.  Every time I went to the doctor for help they gave me more medication.  I was taking lots of pain medication—all it did was make me sleepy. 

I had never been to a chiropractor.  I didn’t think it could help—I thought medication could heal anything or anyone.  But I had tried so many different ways to stop my back pain and nothing had worked…and Dr. Mha Atma’s office was down the street from my house.  So I finally came to see him. 

The thought of coming was scary but the office felt homely and comfortable.  Dr. Mha Atma is awesome!  He advised me to change my sleeping positions, and the way I sit at work during the day—to hold my neck and back straight.  Each treatment I kept feeling better and better.  The first visit took an hour, and Dr. Mha Atma explained everything we would be doing.  After that each visit is around 15 minutes. 

I now recommend chiropractic to everyone I know.  I feel it is the best way to stop pain, stiffness and soreness in your body.  I now feel less stressed, less sore, and I can move in ways that before would have been very uncomfortable. 

Dr. Mha Atma recommends lifestyle changes including diet, exercise and sleeping habits.  All of his treatment is done without the use of drugs and surgical procedures.  His approach to health care and wellness is wonderful.

Mayme Johnson

I was not able to put any pressure on my right leg because of pain in my right knee.  It started in November when I pulled muscles in my knee and had to walk with a walker and then a cane.  My main doctor at Cedars sent me for physical therapy where I was treated with hot and cold and light exercise.  I was getting better very slowly. 

My daughter suggested I go to Dr. Mha Atma at Khalsa Chiropractic for treatment.  I had not been to see him for over a year and I knew he had helped me before.  I returned to the office in July, eight months after my problem began.  I was again very impressed with Dr. Mha Atma’s ability and with the professional staff. 

Dr. Mha Atma recommended I come twice a week for treatment and he adjusted my spine each time.  Within two treatments I was able to walk without a cane and after two more visits I was able to walk up stairs without help.  I am continuing with treatment to see how good I can get. 

It would be a pleasure to recommend Dr. Mha Atma because he worked a miracle for me at age 71.  I have told many many people about my chiropractic experience.  I think chiropractic is important to maintain good health, especially with Dr. Mha Atma. 

If I had come to this office last November, I would not have gone through the pain and frustration I experienced.  I am deeply grateful.

Jose Brooks

I had pain every morning in my lower back for about six years.  And my knee was painful for about a year.  I also had neck pain.  I could no longer play soccer because of the knee.  The back got so bad that I was doubled over because of the pain. 

I’m scared of doctors and never saw anyone about my back.  The doctor who examined my knee thought it might be a torn ligament. 

It finally got to the point that I couldn’t walk because of the back pain.  My friend Saxon recommended Dr. Mha Atma.  I was hopeful but a bit skeptical. 

I discovered that Khalsa Chiropractic is the friendliest office and most concerned with their patients’ well-being of any health care office I have been to.  Dr. Mha Atma recommended back exercises and a chiropractic treatment plan.  After the first day I felt much better.  After the first month I had little to no pain and after three months I had no more knee pain, back pain or neck pain.  My legs, which were of different length because of imbalance in my hips, were now the same length. 

Robert Lewis

My back problems were related to curvature in my spine.  I have had lower back trouble since I was a teenager.  I also have had neck pain.  My condition has worsened over the years and was also aggravated last year by a bicycle accident.  The pain was as high as 8 on a scale of 1 to 10. 

I came to Khalsa Chiropractic on the recommendation of my wife.  The location was right and I knew their reputation was good.  I found Dr. Mha Atma to be very personable and willing to explain all his procedures.  He recommended back exercises as well as chiropractic treatment. 

After two months of treatment I can now turn my head to look over my shoulder.  I do not get fatigued sitting.  My pain is much reduced.  I sleep much more soundly and feel more rested. 

Linda Chenault

I had horrible lower back and neck pain for years.  It was major pain.  At its worst I could hardly stand up after sitting awhile.  I took Advil—it was not much help. 

A friend said Khalsa Chiropractic had changed her life and gave me the phone number.  I had had good experiences with chiropractic in the past so I did not hesitate to come. 

The office was very peaceful and professional.  Dr. Mha Atma recommended chiropractic treatment and exercises.  Now four months after starting treatment I have had huge changes and have never felt better.  I am going to maintain regular adjustments to stay healthy.  My daughter has also come in for slight scoliosis and back pain and felt much better.   

Dr. Mha Atma is caring, thorough and gentle.  The staff and service is impeccable and make this a lovely experience.

Debra Dysart

Liz Smith

Ruth Stalford

For three years I had lower back pain and severe pain in my right hip.  Bending was difficult and it was difficult to raise my right leg.  Sitting for long periods was very uncomfortable.  Over the last six months the pain became severe. 

I had x-rays and very expensive physical therapy that did not help.  They explained that I had a weak muscle.  The doctor gave me pain pills which I did not take because I am not a huge fan of medication. 

Khalsa Chiropractic was highly recommended.  I just knew my pain was not being properly diagnosed.  My past experience with chiropractic was not helpful so I had some doubts, but I found the office and Dr. Mha Atma to be serene, respectful and helpful.  He recommended adjustments and some exercises.  Within a couple of months I am almost pain free all the time and the duration of pain-free episodes is increasing dramatically. 

My husband is a chiropractic patient and Dr. Mha Atma’s treatments have reduced his neck and back pain and relieved stress.  I am recommending chiropractic now to lots of other people—over 20 so far.  How I feel is specific to Dr. Mha Atma since the other chiropractors I visited were not helpful.  I think he is fantastic—conscientious, very in tune and aware.

Karen Hartland

I was experiencing numbness in my side and in my leg and my doctors could not diagnose the cause.  I also had a persistent stiff neck and recurring migraines.

The numbness persisted for two months and was steadily getting worse.  My doctors were on the verge of diagnosing me with “possible MS” since they couldn’t find any other cause.  I was about to start taking MS medication to see if it had any effect.  I wasn’t comfortable with this so I started looking for other options.   

My family receives chiropractic care, but I had never tried it.  Two coworkers recommended Dr. Mha Atma.  I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I hoped it would at least make me feel better. 

The office was really lovely!  The staff, Dr. Mha Atma, and the entire experience was soothing and friendly.  Dr. Mha Atma recommended frequent visits to start until I saw improvement, as well as vitamin supplements.  I felt better immediately, and over the next few weeks the tingling noticeably subsided.  Now (a few months later) it is almost completely gone! 

My parents and brothers have had chiropractic care for various reasons—headaches, stiff necks and back problems.  It has helped them all a lot and I don’t know why I took so long to try it for myself.  My health and well being have improved dramatically, and I definitely recommend that everyone try chiropractic.  I love it. 

Thank you for the care, warmth and healing!

Violet Oaklander

Over thirty years ago, when my son was working in the chiropractic college health clinic, needing hours and patients to get his license, I had my very first chiropractic treatment.  I was in good health but became his patient to help him out and to see what chiropractic was all about. 

Since then I have had regular adjustments—once per month or more if I have a problem.  When I come to the office it always feels like a relaxing, wonderful place and, of course, I think the doctor is terrific! 

Since that first visit when my son was still in school, he has treated me at times for hip pain, and for neck pain following an auto accident, and for various other complaints that arise from time to time.  I have always improved greatly with his treatments. 

Chiropractic has helped me stay healthy.  I truly believe that I’m in pretty good shape for an 83-year-old thanks to regular chiropractic adjustments.  Everyone in my family gets chiropractic care and it has helped them all greatly.  I have recommended chiropractic to numerous friends and it has helped all who tried it.  I believe it’s the only way to go.  I love it. 

My advice to someone who has recently started chiropractic care:  Be patient.  It will help! 

My son, Mha Atma, is a talented chiropractor.  I feel very fortunate.  He has helped me so much over the years!

Alex Alfaro

I had severe headaches, neck tightness, and shoulder aches for years and lower back aches for months.  It was all getting worse.  I had tried other chiropractors, but hadn’t had any treatment for at least a year.  It had been always the same treatment (heat packs and stimulation therapy along with adjustment) which released some of the stress temporarily. I wouldn’t take any medications. 

My friend Cindy referred me to Dr. Mha Atma.  The office was friendly and welcoming.  Dr. Mha Atma has this healing aura about him that is soothing and caring.  He recommended I come at least twice a week to get me back in shape.

The results have been amazing!!!  I’ve had ONE episode of a headache in the past three months, in comparison to every weekend.  By the first three weeks I felt the difference, and even though I graduated to seeing Dr. Mha Atma once a week, I continue to come as my body needs it due to extensive traveling. 

I absolutely recommend chiropractic care now to people I know who want to improve their health.  Coming here has encouraged my well-being and has helped all of my conditions.  I feel very POSITIVE about my experience at Khalsa Chiropractic! 

Every time I walk out of the office, I feel I have wings!  My body feels free of tension and tightness, ready to take on the day. I am more aware of the stress that I inflict on myself and how to avoid it—not just by chiropractic adjustments, but also by all the wonderful information about self-care that Dr. Mha Atma offers.

Warren Drayton

The pain in my hip and lower back first began in April 2009.  The medical diagnosis was bursitis, sciatica and joint inflammation.  I had three steroid injections and then had inflammation throughout my body and took oral steroids.  In November 2009 the pain returned a few days after I lifted a TV.  I had three more epidurals and there was no relief.  The pain was severe:  11 on a scale of 1 to 10.  I was taking strong pain killers.  I continued to have severe pain and could barely walk and could not sit very long. 

A family member suggested I see Dr. Mha Atma.  I had never been to a chiropractor and I was doubtful.  But I came—just before Christmas 2009.  The office seemed very professional and quiet.  Dr. Mha Atma recommended treatment at an initial frequency of three times weekly plus monthly massage therapy. 

I started treatment near the end of December and by April I was pain free.  I have continued treatment twice monthly and have had no recurrence (through September 2010) I now tell everyone I meet about the benefits of chiropractic.  Other family members who are chiropractic patients have also experienced great relief.  

Thank you!

Lisa La Rose

I had a bad fall last December.  Four months later I bent over and my left hip locked.  My lower back was in excruciating pain.  I couldn’t sit and I couldn’t walk.  I was miserable. 

I saw a chiropractor for the problem and felt a little better after one visit, but the next day the pain was even worse!  I just wanted to feel some relief and be able to stand up straight again without wanting to cry.  I am a believer in chiropractic and knew it could help me. 

I found Khalsa Chiropractic because I live nearby and the office seemed inviting.  The doctor, the staff and the office made an immediate positive impression.  The environment has a very healing energy.  Dr. Mha Atma recommended regular adjustments, vitamin D, and attendance at the Wellness Workshop (which was great!). 

In the past four months I have felt tremendous relief as a result of chiropractic care.  The severe pain I was in has completely gone.  I’ve continued with treatment because I’m convinced that chiropractic care helps to maintain health and well being.  It has decreased my pain, improved my mood and helped give me an optimistic outlook on life. 

I encouraged my mother to come see Dr. Mha Atma and she was very resistant at first, but now she’s a regular and happy chiropractic patient too.  I have recommended chiropractic to a number of friends.  I definitely feel chiropractic has helped me and I see that it has helped my mom.  I plan to continue to get care and recommend it to others.  I enjoy coming here and I always feel better when I leave!

Gail Stafsky

I had severe back pain for over two months.  I am typically an active person—I swim, bike, walk, etc.  I couldn’t do any of those things and I felt that I had aged 30 years.

I saw an M.D. specialist who gave no treatment except high doses of ibuprofen which made me quite sick.  Now, I had low back pain and GERD (from the ibuprofen). 

I came to Khalsa Chiropractic out of desperation.  I had not been to a chiropractor for 20 years.  I was not at all sure chiropractic would help. 

The doctor and his staff were friendly, calm, and very nice.  Dr. Mha Atma recommended specific stretches and twice-weekly adjustments.  At first I only felt a little better, but after four weeks I had marked improvement and was able to reduce my treatment schedule to once weekly.  It’s been six weeks since my first visit and I am 98% better now!  I am swimming, walking and biking again and it feels great!  And I plan to start a yoga class soon. 

I’ve told at least ten other people about my great chiropractic experience.  I feel very positive about it.  And grateful!

Bill Henderson

I was a Khalsa Chiropractic patient in the 1980s and 1990s but drifted away and hadn’t been here in over 10 years.  I came back in 2010 because of lower back problems and a pinched nerve in my neck.  I was also experiencing depression and nerve problems and was suffering from a lack of energy from prescription drugs for sleep, depression and pain.

My medical doctor kept prescribing more pills and the physical therapy sessions did little for my back and pinched nerve. 

When I returned here, Dr. Mha Atma suggested that I come in for treatment twice a week for awhile.  He also recommended some nutritional supplements (primarily fish oil, Vitamin D and magnesium) and that I read the “Inflammation Syndrome” book.  Since returning for treatment, my depression is gone, my back feels better, my nerve problems are gone, and thanks to continuing daily yoga practice and a healthy diet and supplements and chiropractic adjustments (continuing now once weekly) I feel better than I have in years!

Patty Sikorski

I had a constant pain in my neck.  I was unable to comfortably turn my neck to the left, among other related restraints.  It also affected my sleep—I was unable to sleep on one side and turning over was painful, as was sleeping in any position.  It was a problem for months, with some days worse than others. 

I saw another chiropractor who sort of listened to my complaints, but his treatment didn’t seem to work.  He was never really able to alleviate the problem.  Advil was my drug of choice, but I wasn’t keen on taking it for prolonged periods.  But if I didn’t take it the pain recurred.  I knew there had to be a better way. 

Khalsa Chiropractic was recommended to me by a dear friend who I trust.  She had switched to Dr. Mha Atma from a different chiropractor and was very happy with the change.  I had always been skeptical of chiropractic—it made me nervous.  I liked Dr. Mha Atma and trusted him pretty much immediately.  He has a very calming healing way about him.  He recommended twice weekly visits for a few weeks at first, followed by once weekly visits.  Now I’m trying out less frequent visits hoping to settle in at perhaps one visit a month. 

After a month or two of visits, for the first time in years I was able to turn my head to both directions to breath while swimming.  This may sound trivial, but for me it’s huge!  I can also sleep on either side again without pain! 

Now I am a strong believer in chiropractic, as long as you find the right doctor for yourself.  I have recommended it to about ten people.  This experience has been a turnaround for me.    I appreciate Dr. Mha Atma’s way of listening to the patient and taking into account their concerns. I always feel better after a visit.  He’s also very positive and seems to know exactly what to do for me.  And kudos to his great staff as well!

James Bailey

I had severe lower back pain.  I had been immobile for eight days and had to buy a walker and use it to even get to the bathroom.  It was the most severe pain of my life.  

Any time I had been to an MD before for similar problems I was prescribed pain killers and muscle relaxants with very little examination.  I had never been to a chiropractor before and was skeptical.  I was referred to Khalsa Chiropractic by another former skeptic who said that Dr. Mha Atma had “healing hands.”   

I was desperate for any help.  I called Dr. Mha Atma and he spent ten minutes on the phone with me, even though I was not yet his patient.  When I hobbled into the office with my walker, I was surprised at the vibe of the office and staff—relaxed and friendly, not clinical at all.  Dr. Mha Atma recommended stretching, use of cold and heat, vitamins, and chiropractic treatment two to three times a week at first. 

Within a few days I was able to get by without the walker, and within a few weeks I was much better with mobility restored.  Now three months later I am doing well and coming for adjustments twice a month. 

Chiropractic has helped me tremendously.  Now I am not so skeptical!  I appreciate Dr. Mha Atma’s gentle manner and sense of humor.  It is a significant contribution to the treatment.

Eddie Jack      

For two weeks I had horrible back spasms that left me on the floor.  The pain was shooting into my leg.  It was severe!  I was taking Motrin and trying to stay away from Vicodin.  My close friend suggested I see Dr. Mha Atma, and he was only one block from my house.  It was meant to be! 

I had experienced chiropractic care before, and I was confident it would help.  The doctor and his staff were very warm and welcoming, and anxious to help.  Dr. Mha Atma recommended twice weekly treatments and some stretching exercises.  I started to feel better after the first two visits and improved quickly thereafter.  My sinus problems also improved as a result of the treatment. 

My mother saw a chiropractor for her carpal tunnel problem and it helped her.  I strongly recommend chiropractic to anyone looking for better health.  Chiropractic care is painless and helps improve more than just the problem at hand—it makes you healthier.

Rosalind Coleman

Before I first came to Khalsa Chiropractic I was having a lot of back pain.  I never went to the doctor about it because I don’t like to go—they like to give a lot of medication and I don’t want to take it.  In 2006 a friend of mine recommended me to Dr. Mha Atma.  It was my first time to see a chiropractor.  I had no idea if it would help but I was willing to try because I was told many years before that I was going to end up in a wheelchair because of my back. 

This office made me feel at home and comfortable.  Dr. Mha Atma recommended chiropractic treatment and various exercises.  The results were very good—within a few months I felt so much better. 

I didn’t come for a few years until recently I was in an accident—hit from the front by a taxi very hard.  My chest and back were bruised and soon I had pain in my shoulders and upper back and lower back.  I came back to Khalsa Chiropractic and I soon began to feel better.  Within two months I felt great again. 

I have continued with chiropractic care because it keeps my spine in good shape and makes me feel so good.  My girlfriend came here in a wheelchair and she is walking now.  I recommend chiropractic to people who want to feel better because I know it will help them.  I think it’s the best.  Everybody here is so nice and caring and that is very important.  The doctor is the best at what he does and I will always be grateful to him.

Andrea Williams

I have had lower back pain for at least six years.  My neck has been stiff even longer with decreasing range of motion (not good for changing lanes while driving).  I have had aching around my shoulder blade for years.  The lower back pain was such that I would stay in bed after I woke up and wait until the pain was better to get up.  I would lie down frequently during the day to rest. 

I did not seek medical attention for my condition.  I have family members with arthritis.  I was functioning so I just lived with whatever pain I had.  I did not want to become a slave to medication.  I fear side effects. 

A long time before my symptoms began, I heard a friend say that she benefited from chiropractic treatment.  I thought it was a good idea, but I never acted on it.  I got a gift certificate for Khalsa Chiropractic for Christmas and was very excited.  I was grateful, curious and had no expectations, but I was sure that something good would happen.  A plus was that the office is about five minutes from home. 

I found the office to be beautiful and homey.  The staff is very serene, and the doctor has a peaceful spirit.  Everyone was very helpful and genuinely happy to be so. Dr. Mha Atma recommended that I come for treatment twice weekly at first, since my spine was so “stuck.” 

I realize that my treatment was the result of the doctor’s years of study and practice, but I thought it was magical.  After the first treatment, I had no more lower back pain.  I have slept pain free ever since.  Further treatments over two months have progressively eased all symptoms.  The videos, written materials, workshop and conversations with the doctor have made me realize how important spinal health is to life quality.  I am now pain free, have much better posture, and can stand for much longer periods of time.  I have much greater range of motion.  I thought belly fat was why I couldn’t touch my toes.  Not so—after chiropractic treatments I can do that now.  Leg varicosities are less prominent.  I can sleep without shifting positions all night. 

I’ve told about 15 people about chiropractic—everyone I know in my small circle.  I’ll keep telling people about it.  I think everyone should know the benefits of chiropractic care.  It has been life-changing for me.  I regret not having known what I know now sooner.  When you know how all of  your body is affected by spinal health, you have to look into chiropractic care!

Lauren Deutsch

I was involved in a high-impact car accident.  I was hit on the left side and front from the air bag.  I began treatment two weeks after the accident.  I had aches, pain, and stiffness all over my body and headache.  I could not sleep through the night.  I had to ride the bus and it was painful to be in a jerky vehicle. 

I was referred to Khalsa Chiropractic by a friend.  I knew that for such a condition chiropractic is very effective.  I was happy to be a patient of Dr. Mha Atma.  I found the office to be a very warm, friendly, highly professional practice.  Dr. Mha Atma recommended lots of chiropractic treatment along with exercise and Traumeel. 

The recovery has been great:  Slow but complete relief from pain, more flexibility, and less stress.  I recommend chiropractic care and have told many folks about it.  I would not hesitate to do it again.  I plan to stay with maintenance care because we are not getting any younger!  Thank you for your kindness and skillful care.

Tiffany Slater

Lower back pain and tightness was bothering me for at least six months.  I felt pain while walking and it was difficult to do any exercise.  The various doctors I saw just told me to take over the counter pain medications.  Excedrin Back Pain gave me temporary relief. 

I decided to see a chiropractor because the medication never solved the problem or gave me complete relief and I wanted to be able to work out again.  I appreciated the very friendly atmosphere at Khalsa Chiropractic.  The staff is very helpful and the doctor is friendly and professional. 

Dr. Mha Atma emphasized the importance of proper sitting and proper stretching.  He recommended a series of chiropractic adjustments.  After twice weekly visits for about two months the tightness and back pain were gone.  It no longer hurts to walk, and I am more flexible now. 

I feel that chiropractic is a necessary ingredient to staying healthy.  Chiropractic care offers lasting positive results.  I’ve recommended it to a number of friends.  The location is convenient and  I really appreciate the staff.  This is a positive place to be!

Victoria Alvarez

I decided to try chiropractic care as a result of not one but three rear end accidents over a period of several years. I had severe back spasms for years.  Physical therapy through my primary doctor didn’t help all that much.    Khalsa Chiropractic is in my neighborhood so I thought I’d give it a try.  I had never been to a chiropractor before. 

I was favorably impressed on my first visit by the doctor’s staff and the very nice office.  I started regular chiropractic treatment and bit by bit my back improved.  After four months of treatment I rarely experienced painful back spasms.  My back feels much better.  I am very pleased with the results. 

I continue treatment now to prevent a recurrence of spasms and preserve the improvement.  I encourage anyone starting chiropractic care to stay with the treatment as long as possible until symptoms have disappeared.  

I have enjoyed my relationship with everyone at Khalsa Chiropractic and will recommend your caring service to anyone who has back problems.  Thank you!

Jason Elen

I first came to Khalsa Chiropractic because I was experiencing chronic pain at the base of my neck and down to my shoulders, along with a mysterious tingling/needle sensation in my forearm.  I’d seen chiropractors at other times in my life and the result was always positive so I decided to try it again.  Khalsa Chiropractic is in my neighborhood so I came here hoping they could help. 

Dr. Mha Atma seemed like a very easy going person and everyone in the office was very nice.  He recommended a course of treatment of three visits weekly for a few weeks, then twice a week for several weeks, then once a week for a few weeks.  The adjustments definitely worked, and the progress was gradual but measurable.  All of my pain was alleviated after about three or four adjustments. 

It’s been almost four months since I started treatment and I’m now coming once or twice a month.  I’ve continued because the results I got were exactly what I was hoping to achieve, and because I feel better overall when my spine is aligned.  My neck pain is gone, my neck doesn’t get stiff anymore, and overall my body feels more balanced. 

I would recommend chiropractic care because I have found it very effective.  Most medical doctors treat pain with harmful medication and surgery, and I think much of that can be avoided.  I encourage anyone just starting chiropractic care to complete the course of treatment that Dr. Mha Atma recommends before deciding if it works or not—one or two visits is not enough to judge accurately. 

I also recommend that new patients attend Dr. Mha Atma’s health and wellness seminar.  It is a great reminder of how important it is to take care of ourselves—without your health, what do you have?

James Lewis

I had severe pain in my lower back and my legs for three weeks.  I could not walk without a walker.  I had problems sleeping because of the pain in my back and calf, and in back of my whole right leg.  The pain was a 10+.  I couldn’t walk or put pressure on my leg.  A doctor at the Kaiser emergency room gave me pain pills and muscle relaxants, and said that eventually the pain would lessen, but might not go away. 

A friend gave me a gift certificate to see Dr. Mha Atma, and told me I could get great relief if I kept up the treatment.  I found that he was right—Dr. Mha Atma is the greatest!  He had me come in for frequent treatments and recommended simple exercises and his Wellness Workshop.  After three treatments I did not need my walker, but I was walking slowly.  Now after two months I can walk without pain, touch my toes, and ride my bike.   

I told my roommate about Dr. Mha Atma and now she is coming regularly and feeling better.  I pass out the doctor’s business cards frequently.  I feel new, like I have been healed.  I can go about my business without any back pain.  I feel blessed that I can now move, walk and bend my body with ease.  I look forward to starting yoga soon!

Cheron Le Flore

I had neck pain and frequent headaches.  My neck had been hurting for seven years, since I was 16 years old.  I could not move my neck to the left.   

Previously, I had tried muscle relaxers prescribed by my doctor.  However, they only seemed to work for about a 12-hour period, and then the pain would always come back.  I also took Tylenol and Advil.  I did not like the muscle relaxers because they made my very drowsy and became an inconvenience to my every day life. 

I had always been hesitant to see a chiropractor and get “cracked;” however a neighbor of mine informed me that it was probably the best and only solution to relieve my pain.  I had my doubts, but I finally decided to give it a try. 

I felt completely at ease with the office, the doctor and the idea of chiropractic almost as soon as I stepped in the door.  I was very comfortable and had full trust in Dr. Mha Atma.  He recommended being aware of my posture, paying more attention to sleeping habits, staying on top of my diet, and some chiropractic adjustments. 

Now, four months later, I have absolutely no pain in my neck.  My neck pains have been a burden on my life since I was 16.  After seven years, with the help of Dr. Mha Atma, everything is much better. 

My mother and father are both patients here.  Chiropractic has helped them relax and feel more comfortable on a daily basis.  Chiropractic is a quick and easy process that can change your physical life forever.  I truly enjoy everything about this office.  The customer care is amazing and the service is prompt and efficient.  My headaches are much less frequent and my neck pain is gone.  Thank you so much for taking me out of my misery!

Carolyn Wallrich

I had a fall, and for several months afterward I had lower back pain and severe pain in my right shoulder and my right knee.  It was painful to raise my right arm.  My doctor diagnosed my problem as arthritis.  I took Tylenol for the pain. 

My doctor suggested I see a chiropractor and I found Khalsa Chiropractic in my insurance company’s list.  I had been to a chiropractor in the past and he had helped my back pain, so I expected it would help again. 

I found Dr. Mha Atma and his staff to be very professional and caring.  All of my symptoms improved almost immediately and vanished with treatment over the last few months.  The results have been fantastic—my body is now entirely pain free. 

I highly recommend chiropractic care to others.  My experience at Khalsa Chiropractic has been a blessing that my body and mind were ready to receive.  It has added a new dimension to my physical being.  Thank you with much gratitude.

JEFFREY AMSEL

I had ongoing pain in my middle back and neck which became severe from time to time.  The pain was debilitating at times.  Other chiropractors did not seem to get a handle on relieving my pain.  The last one I saw went through the motions but did not communicate adequately. 

I took ibuprofen and at times Vicodin.  The Vicodin was horrible and dragged me down and I worried about the ibuprofen’s affect on my stomach and liver. 

My first impressions of Khalsa Chiropractic were excellent—a relaxed office atmosphere.  The doctor talked to me about proper exercise technique and made suggestions to improve my food intake.  The treatment was effective—within two weeks my pain was greatly decreased.  Now I would strongly recommend good chiropractic care to others who are suffering, and I feel that chiropractic treatment is awesome. 

Dr. Mha Atma’s technique works.  The treatments are quick and effective.  He truly seems to care.  He laid out a treatment program in the beginning and it has worked very well.  I truly enjoy the relaxed atmosphere in the office and the personnel are delightful.  Dr. Mha Atma is a caring professional who practices what he preaches.

GWEN WILLIAMS

I had ongoing pain in my middle back and neck which became severe from time to time.  The pain was debilitating at times.  Other chiropractors did not seem to get a handle on relieving my pain.  The last one I saw went through the motions but did not communicate adequately. 

I took ibuprofen and at times Vicodin.  The Vicodin was horrible and dragged me down and I worried about the ibuprofen’s affect on my stomach and liver. 

My first impressions of Khalsa Chiropractic were excellent—a relaxed office atmosphere.  The doctor talked to me about proper exercise technique and made suggestions to improve my food intake.  The treatment was effective—within two weeks my pain was greatly decreased.  Now I would strongly recommend good chiropractic care to others who are suffering, and I feel that chiropractic treatment is awesome. 

Dr. Mha Atma’s technique works.  The treatments are quick and effective.  He truly seems to care.  He laid out a treatment program in the beginning and it has worked very well.  I truly enjoy the relaxed atmosphere in the office and the personnel are delightful.  Dr. Mha Atma is a caring professional who practices what he preaches.

GILBERTO AGUILAR

For almost two years I was feeling very intense pain in my lower back, middle back and upper back.  I also had pain in my waist and my right knee, weakness in my neck, and headaches.  The pain was about 8 or 9 out of 10, and sometimes 10.  I took Motrin and ibuprofen sometimes for pain, but I felt they were the worst option and sometimes they caused stomach problems.  The doctors I went to seemed more interested in some kind of detoxification program and did not really provide a solution to my pain.  I did try some chiropractic treatment, but I was not satisfied with the doctor, who seemed more interested in my money than my health. 

One day I was driving by Khalsa Chiropractic and decided to stop in and check it out.  From the time I first came in, I felt like I was part of the family—the people were so warm and friendly.  Dr. Mha Atma is so wonderful and professional.  He recommended exercises, healthy eating, and adjustments as needed. 

The results of my chiropractic treatment with Dr. Mha Atma were excellent.  Now, less than four months after starting treatment, the pain is completely gone.  My life has been profoundly impacted by chiropractic care with Dr. Mha Atma and his wonderful team. 

I have told all my friends and family members about my chiropractic experience.  I hope my wife and all my family will soon be receiving Dr. Mha Atma’s wonderful chiropractic care.  Since I started chiropractic care my health has changed dramatically and I am enjoying my life much more.  I love chiropractic and have found that it is the best medicine for my problem.

LILLIE SOWELL

For more than a year I had pain in both of my legs.  My legs hurt while I was sitting but they were especially bad when I was standing or walking.  I already had both of my hips replaced—one five years before and the other a year later. 

My son Lindsay was a patient at Khalsa Chiropractic, and after talking with him I decided to come see Dr. Mha Atma.  I had gone to a chiropractor about 20 years ago, but never since then. Everyone here seemed very nice and helpful.  Dr. Mha Atma examined me and recommended that I come for treatment three times the first week, then twice a week for about a month.  The treatment was very gentle. 

After one month of treatment my legs felt much better, and I then came in once a week for another month or so.  My legs felt good!  Now I am coming in for maintenance treatment every three or four weeks, and feeling well.  I feel very pleased with my chiropractic treatment and have recommended it to several friends.  Thank you!

KAREN DILWORTH

Chronic pain in my neck and shoulders and right arm prevented me from sleeping.  The pain would flare up sporadically and last several days.  However, I’d been in constant pain for a month before coming to see Dr. Mha Atma.  The pain was persistent and kept me awake most nights. 

I had been taking prescription-strength ibuprofen, Vicodin and other medications for several months—they did nothing.  I also tried physical therapy with very little results.  The Vicodin made me drowsy and I was unable to take it and go to work or maintain regular activities. 

I’d heard of chiropractic from a co-worker and decided to try something different because what I’d been doing wasn’t working.  I didn’t know if it would help but I was hopeful. 

When I arrived at Khalsa Chiropractic everyone was warm, friendly and positive.  Dr. Mha Atma was very patient in explaining what was going on with my neck and why I was experiencing pain.  His recommendations included:  1) Eat less inflammatory foods (bread, sugar, pasta, etc.), 2) Get regular chiropractic treatments, 3) Drink lots of water, 4) Change my sleeping position from stomach to back, 5) Have my vitamin D levels checked and take supplements to increase the levels to normal, 6) Practice better posture, and 7) Exercise! 

I’ve been coming to Dr. Mha Atma for almost three months now.  I began to notice a difference after the first couple of weeks.  My pain gradually became less severe and less chronic.  I was able to sleep better and I began to feel stronger and more energetic. 

I am grateful that I found out about chiropractic care.  It has made a great difference in how I feel physically as well as emotionally.  I have recommended it to several close friends, and co-workers too.  Thanks so much for the wonderful care and all of the valuable information you continually share with me and all of your patients.  You are truly making a difference.

ROSE PARRA

I have been a patient at Khalsa Chiropractic for over 20 years.  In that time I have learned that there is much more to chiropractors than meets the eye.  

Dr. Khalsa is a sensitive and caring master holistic educator. He has taught me how to keep healthy by stressing to me the importance of eating right, exercising regularly and maintaining a healthy mind about life and the people who are in my life. Whenever I have had problems with my body, Dr. Khalsa has been able to “coax” my body to heal itself.   

Chiropractic healing has made a significant difference in my health and has improved the quality of my life and those around me. I feel blessed to have met Dr. Khalsa and to have been introduced to the subtle power of chiropractic treatment.

BEN TURNER

I was driving to work and I was sideswiped by a large truck.  My neck started hurting really bad.  It was severely stiff and painful—I couldn’t move my head and I couldn’t work.  After a week it wasn’t any better.   

I knew that most doctors like to treat the symptoms rather than the problem.  I don’t like taking pills because I am an athlete.  I’d had chiropractic treatment before and I was impressed with the results.  So instead of going to a medical doctor or taking drugs I came to Khalsa Chiropractic.   

I liked the warm energy here that came from everyone.  I got a very good feeling from the doctor and staff.  Dr. Mha Atma examined me and recommended frequent chiropractic adjustments.  Within a few weeks I was feeling much better and able to return to work and within two months I was feeling great. 

I am greatly blessed to have found Khalsa Chiropractic.  I have told most of my friends about my experience here.  Thank you Dr. Mha Atma, Martha, Madeline and Hope!

ODELL MCMULLEN

I had back pain all the time and pain down my right leg.  I had the pain for many years and it was getting worse at night.  It was hard to get out of bed in the morning.  The doctor I saw wanted to do surgery on my back but said there were “no guarantees.” I had been to other doctors and they just gave me pain medication which did not help.  I had never been to a chiropractor before but my daughter told me I should give it a try. 

Dr. Mha Atma had me come for some treatments and gave me some light exercises and some instruction about eating right.  I could not believe how soon I started to feel better.  Since I started treatment I have been able to sleep at night.  I can walk a little better.  It is less than three months since I started treatment and the pain in my back and my leg is much better now. 

My grandson and my daughter both started treatment here before I did.  They are both feeling much better.  I have continued with chiropractic treatment because I really feel the difference in my body.  And I have told some friends about chiropractic because I think it could really help them.  I advise anyone starting chiropractic to continue the treatment as long as the doctor recommends because it really will help.

ROCHELLE HOGUE

I had chronic sciatica-like pain in my lower back, left hip, and left leg, as well as chronic, severe tension in my neck and right shoulder.  I also suffered from general fatigue and an overall sense of not feeling right.  The back and leg pain started about ten years ago; the neck and shoulder pain was there for several years as well. 

It’s funny when things start gradually—you manage to excuse it away, then compensate by holding your body a certain way, and the next thing you know, nothing you do helps and you’re walking around in constant discomfort.  I occasionally took ibuprofen, but I didn’t like taking it because I knew I was only temporarily targeting the symptoms, not treating the cause. 

Before I ever came to Khalsa Chiropractic, I was taking walks early in the morning and I’d walk past the building.  It felt like I’d been circling the place for months.  I was highly recommended to Dr. Mha Atma during a chance meeting with a very nice woman named Carla.  Getting a recommendation is the best advertisement. 

Once I finally came in to make my first appointment, it felt very homey and welcoming. Dr. Mha Atma recommended twice weekly appointments for a month or so, and then once weekly.  I did come in twice a week for four weeks, then once a week for the next three months.  In addition to his very sure-handed adjustments, Dr. Mha Atma also gave me some simple exercises and stretches to do.  I’ve done these faithfully and believe they have paid an integral part in helping me heal.   

I walked into this office with pretty intense chronic pain.  I felt totally disjointed, like a Picasso painting.  I was aware of every step I took because it hurt.  Now I feel like all my sticky rusty parts finally got some oil and I’m not creaky and squeaky anymore.  Now when I move I feel like a jellyfish—like I’m floating.  I still have some neck and shoulder issues, but it continues to get better, slowly but surely.  I know that chiropractic will always be a part of my general health maintenance.  It’s like brushing and flossing, but for your bones and joints! 

Years ago I encouraged my mother to see a chiropractor and she still goes to this day for general health maintenance.  She no longer has the pain she used to have and no longer has to take medication.  I have told many others about chiropractic—as many as there are stars in the sky! 

Also I would like to mention the amazing staff who treat each patient with the utmost courtesy and respect.  Walking into the office feels like being given a nice warm hug.  Thank you all!

MARIANNE POWELL

For six weeks I had severe pain in my lower back and down my left leg to my calf.  I could not walk far, and I had pain frequently, especially getting up in the morning or after a nap.  I took painkillers occasionally which helped a little.  I did not see any doctors for this condition—I knew chiropractic was called for. 

A previous good experience with a chiropractor in Pasadena led me to look for one in L.A.  I found Dr. Mha Atma’s business card at Yoga West where I was working. 

I found the office to be very warm and the doctor seemed very capable.  The office was great—it was neat and provided water, tea and delicious apples.  The doctor was clean and knowledgeable, firm and kind. 

He started treatment the first visit and also recommended certain exercises to practice daily and attendance at his Wellness Workshop.  The treatment resulted in a steady loosening of the “stuck” vertebrae and a rapid lessening of the pain.  The exercises were helpful in increasing flexibility and strengthening my body.  The Wellness Workshop was refreshing and informative. 

The care from the doctor and his staff was exceptional.  Thank you so very much.  Peace!

TOM LESTER

I have had pain on the right side of my neck for decades—since my early 20s.  I began chiropractic treatment many years ago because I was in very severe pain from TMJ.  I have seen many chiropractors with positive results but still had some pain. 

I came to Khalsa Chiropractic for ongoing treatment and found it very helpful.  I am very impressed with the doctor and the staff.  The treatment has been great, and the stretches Dr. Mha Atma gave me are very helpful.  In the past year, since I have been coming here, I have had my pain disappear and my overall health improve including my state of mind—a much more positive feeling. 

I have great faith in chiropractic, would absolutely recommend it, and have told many others about its benefits.  I am very glad I found Dr. Mha Atma—the best chiropractor I have ever been to!

ZELDA BARROW

I was unable to walk for nine months because of striking pain in my lower back and in my left calf.  I was in a wheelchair.  For months my primary doctor sent me to different specialists but not one seemed to know what was going on with me.  Finally they took an MRI of my lower back and said that the problem came from my spine. 

I refused to take more than one pain medication which was extra-strength Tylenol.  I was very worried that I wouldn’t be able to walk again.  Then my church sister suggested that I see Dr. Mha Atma.  She gave me the phone number and I called right away.  I didn’t know if chiropractic could help, but I had to try everything I could, hoping something will work. 

I came to Khalsa Chiropractic the first time in a wheelchair.  Everyone was so nice.  I felt the difference my first treatment.  Dr. Mha Atma asked me to come for regular treatments and taught me some very useful exercises which I am still doing today.  Later I heard him explain in the Wellness Workshop all that we should and should not do to keep a healthy spine. 

When I started my treatment, I progressed from a wheelchair, to a walker, and now to a cane.  I am walking with a cane now and feeling much better.  I found that chiropractic works and I will tell everyone what chiropractic care has done for me. 

I thank everyone for being so nice, and Dr. Mha Atma for such a well-done job!

DIANA DESIO

I had such a stiff neck that I could barely turn my head.  It was a challenge driving without being able to move my head!  Most of the pain I get is in my neck and upper back.  I also have suffered from tension headaches and occasional migraines.  I had been to my medical doctor who prescribed a muscle relaxant which gave temporary relief but I could not take them long term and they made me drowsy which made driving dangerous. 

When I couldn’t move my neck a co-worker suggested Khalsa Chiropractic to me.  I was able to get an appointment that same day!  A chiropractic adjustment always makes me feel better, so I knew it would help. 

 I was very impressed on my first appointment by the care and detail taken by the staff and doctor to inform me what my experience and treatment would be like.  I had been to another chiropractor but had never had my condition explained to me as I did here. Dr. Mha Atma gave me some stretches and exercises to help with the pain, along with regular chiropractic treatments.   

After my first treatment I was able to move my neck.  Then I had about six treatments in the first couple of weeks and I was about 90 percent better.  It was great!  I still get a twinge every now and then, but I know that relief is just an adjustment away. 

I would absolutely recommend chiropractic care to people who need to feel better and stay healthy and I have directly encouraged at least 5 or 6 to try chiropractic.  I love it and am glad it’s available to me, even when I had no insurance!  At the time I first came in I did not have medical insurance and I was so happy that I got amazing care and treatment at such an affordable price.  

Everyone in the office has been so warm and welcoming.  I really feel special and cared for when I’m here.

HASSAN FARHOOD

I had a frozen shoulder.  It was painful to move it more than a little bit.  I had pain in my shoulder and upper arm and in my back for months.  It was serious, even crippling. 

I take no medications.  I don’t believe in ingesting toxic chemicals.  I had never been to a chiropractor before but I chose to come after listening to an intuitive, inner voice.  I felt that chiropractic would help me. 

From the first visit I was very impressed with Dr. Mha Atma, with the Khalsa Chiropractic office, and with the results.  My progress was observable on a weekly basis.  Besides the chiropractic treatment twice weekly, Dr. Mha Atma recommended eating mostly raw vegetarian food.  The whole treatment took four months to resolve the frozen shoulder and the back pain, with over 90 percent healing at the end of that time. 

I am telling everyone I know about the benefits of chiropractic.  I recommend that they be patient with their healing progress since changes in connective tissue take time.  I love chiropractic care.  It is my first line of therapy for structural issues and above all I would use it for my family. 

Chiropractic therapy with Dr. Mha Atma exceeded my expectations.  I leave his office with a deep physical sense of relief from pain and discomfort.  Dr. Mha Atma, however, is more than a chiropractor.  He is an excellent nutritionist and deeply understands the human body and its balance and harmony.

PAIGE COOPER

After training to run the LA Marathon 2 years ago, I began experiencing lower back pain. I kept thinking it was only temporary and that it would go away, but when the pain continued for 6 months after I stopped running, I saw my first chiropractor. Unfortunately, I didn’t see any results from this practitioner, so when my hiking buddy Mimi told me how incredible her chiropractor Dr. Khalsa was, I decided to switch and see him.  Even though I was skeptical because my first chiropractic experience wasn’t successful, I was in pain and needed help. 

As soon as I began seeing Dr. Khalsa, my lower back pain began to decrease. I first saw him twice a week for 4 weeks, then only needed to see him once a week, and finally once every three weeks. He told me from the very beginning that I needed to eat a more anti-inflammatory diet and do some basic core exercises he showed me. I did the exercises for about a week and tried to gradually add more fruits and vegetables, but the consistency of a good diet was lacking; However, my back pain was gone, so I thought I was doing pretty well. 

I was wrong. 

About 2 months ago, I got a new puppy. After bending down and playing with her all day, I knew that night I was in trouble. The next morning, my back was in so much pain that I couldn’t get out of bed. With a brand new puppy in the kitchen, I painfully hobbled out of bed, called Dr. Khalsa’s office and got in to see him that morning. I had strained my lower back and needed to see him 3 times that week and for 3 weeks after. I was basically confined to my bed with an ice pack on my back for the first week, and only got out of the house to let my puppy out and to see Dr. Khalsa. 

I’ve never experienced pain like that, and I learned that the back strain was largely due to having a weak core because I had not done the daily core exercises Dr. Khalsa had recommended for the past year. - shame, shame! 

Even before the pain was gone, I began doing the core exercises as best I could and continued to see Dr. Khalsa. Within a week, I was walking normally again. Within 3 weeks, the pain had gone entirely, and now I see him again once every 3 weeks for maintenance. 

Because of Dr. Khalsa’s truly healing hands and the kindness, concern, and care of his entire staff, my back and entire body are so much stronger than ever before. I enjoy coming into the office with the calming environment, teas, and apples, and I now protect my back by using supportive pillows, shoes, and completing my core exercises on a regular basis. I’m still working on the diet, but I am much more conscious now of the foods I eat and whether or not they are anti-inflammatory. 

I have shared my chiropractic experience and the knowledge I’ve gained to all my friends and family, and while some remain skeptical, the ones who have experienced real back pain know the benefits of a truly gifted chiropractor.

JEFF MACK

My lower back was hurting so bad I had difficulty standing, and a nerve pinching in my leg made it hurt to sit down at work. Besides the pain in my lower back and left leg, I also had stiffness in my upper and middle back.  I have suffered on and off for over a decade. 

On a scale of 1 to 10 I would say the severity of the pain was about an eleven.  I have seen medical doctors and had images taken and nothing helped.  I was told that muscle relaxants and pain pills were most likely going to be a way of life whenever my back hurt.  The next step in their opinion would be surgery.  Their medical treatments just masked the pain.  I hate taking medicine because it impairs the entire body. 

A co-worker had been coming to Khalsa Chiropractic and suggested I try chiropractic.  I had never been to a chiropractor and I had HUGE doubts! I didn’t think it would help and I thought it wasn’t real.  But I was in so much pain I was willing to try anything! 

When I arrived I thought the office was very soothing and relaxing.  The staff was very helpful and nice, and the doctor put me at ease and made me feel comfortable.  He recommended a treatment regimen and home exercises. 

I have been coming for three months now and I feel amazing!  My leg no longer hurts and my back feels great.  I am like a new man. 

I would now recommend chiropractic care to everyone.  I would say don’t wait until it gets so bad—prevent what I endured.  It is worth all the money in the world.  I tell everyone I know about chiropractic, both locally and around the country.  I am a convert!  It is absolutely amazing.  I was most likely the biggest skeptic EVER!  Now I am chiropractic’s biggest fan! 

Dr. Mha Atma really cares about the overall well being of his patients.  I have had such a great experience here!  I plan to be a long time patient to make sure I maintain health and well-being!

JOYCE WEATHERSBY

Before I first came to see Dr. Mha Atma ten years ago (1998) I had severe pain in the middle of my lower back and severe pain in my right hip.  These problems prevented me from bending, walking or sitting.  My doctor had diagnosed me in 1980 with a “bruised vertebra”. The treatment consisted of pain killers, which did not fix the problems but relaxed me and made me sleep.   

I did not want to live my life taking pain killers.  I chose Dr. Mha Atma because of his holistic lifestyle.  I was confident that chiropractic would help because, as a girl, my mother treated me with herbs when I was sick and she went to a chiropractor who treated her for arthritis in her arms and legs and made her feel well. 

When I came to Khalsa Chiropractic I found that the staff was filled with love and gentleness.  They were professional and nurturing and made me feel comfortable.  I felt like I was in a country doctor’s office where I knew the good doctor would take care of me.  Dr. Mha Atma told me that regular adjustments would be the key to my healing and also taught me how to sleep properly. 

Since I began chiropractic treatment I have not had pain in my lower back and hip for a long time.  When I do have pain I come in and get an adjustment and I feel fine.  I have continued with chiropractic care because it is so healing and always works.  Chiropractic has allowed me to work in my yard and take care of my grandchildren and play with them when they come to visit.  I can also go salsa dancing every Saturday night from 9 PM to 1:30 AM non-stop. 

Chiropractic has helped my son-in-law.  He can now cycle 136 miles a week and sit at his desk for long periods of time.  I have told everyone in my family and many friends about chiropractic.  I would want everyone to know about the healing benefits I received.  If you have just started chiropractic care, I recommend that you continue with the treatment and you will definitely get results. 

It is a matter of life and death to me to continue treatments with Dr. Mha Atma.  This office has made me feel comfortable and warm—when I come here I feel like I am visiting with family and friends.  The staff has made my grandchildren feel comfortable.  Dr. Mha Atma sincerely cares about my well-being and I am thankful for that.

ARTHUR SALDANHA

I was having lower back pain and headaches.  My lower back and shoulders were always hurting and tight.  I’d had the problems for years.  I never thought they were related to my posture and spine. 

Although the problem was moderately painful, I never saw any doctors for it and I certainly never went to a chiropractor.  I used to think that chiropractic was “hippie magic.” 

My girlfriend roped me in, luring me to see Dr. Mha Atma with a certificate for a no-charge first visit that he gives for Patient Appreciation Day.  I always thought that chiropractic was not a real science and I doubted it could be of any help.  I was so wrong! 

Dr. Mha Atma helped me work on my posture and adjusted my lower back and neck.  My headaches went away and my lower back and shoulders now feel great!!  Now, I absolutely recommend chiropractic to others, and I’ve given Dr. Mha Atma’s info to friends and even to complete strangers complaining of back problems. 

I really don’t know why I fought chiropractic care for so long.  When I finally came, I did so begrudgingl