When I met with Dr. McGill after suffering a debilitating lower back injury (multiple herniated and bulge discs) I had gone from a two time national champ and silver medalist at IPF worlds to someone who could barely do anything without pain. I was worried that I’d have to retire from powerlifting entirely. Dr. McGill […]
As a Master Athlete competing internationally in the Sport of Long Drive Golf, my spine had to be managed strategically over the years. I’ve invested a lifetime in research on Spine Performance, Longevity and Recovery. I’ve read every book, and been honored to not only teach these researched strategies, but LIVE them as an Internationally […]
“I started working with Menachem over a year ago, after having my third debilitating back spasm, which I now know was caused by a massive disc herniation. I was crooked – I used to not be able to sit for more than 5 minutes, was always in pain, and it was like this for months. […]
‘It was a fight’: After battling life-threatening infection, Jeff Overton returns to Tour 5 years later Golf.com After being on the PGA Tour from 2005 to 2017, I had a spine injection intended to help a herniated disc but instead led to a life-threatening infection and emergency surgery. After one failed rehab attempt I reached […]
After 19 seasons in the NHL my body and back benefitted from Back Mechanic and Prof McGill’s approaches. I am back to enjoying life. Adam Oates, 1,079 career assists, over 19 seasons are the 8th most by a player in NHL history.
I have been competing in the sport of Olympic Weightlifting for over twenty four years, I had three knee surgeries, multiple back injuries, and took a cocktail of pills for a decade starting in high school in order to compete. Almost ten years ago I learned of BackFitPro and changed the way I operated, eliminated […]
The book Back Mechanic completely altered the course of my athletic career, and inherently my life. Mondays are Jiu Jitsu days. Usually, on Monday nights, I would experience crippling post Jiu Jitsu back pain, and often have an incredibly difficult time sleeping. This pain would persist through Wednesday, which is another Jiu Jitsu day, thus […]
When I saw Professor McGill, I was feeling frustrated, defeated and burned out after having dealt with numerous rib fractures and little to no guidance or support. Not only did he help me tremendously in understanding proper mechanics and where my weak spots were, but he helped me continue to row pain free and elongate […]
I am excited to tell you I rode a horse today near Moran, WY. I wish I could truly express my emotions but can’t. I am most grateful for your help, and your book, Back Mechanic. Thank you again for helping me restore my health to as best as can be.
After many years of abusing my spine with aggressive weight lifting, my back pain started to become intolerable. All my attempts to successfully get out of pain were all short lived and futile in the end. As I was running out of options, I contacted Professor McGill. Stu was able to precisely figure out what was causing my pain, […]
Professor McGill is a brilliant clinician. After a disc herniation and a year of pain and sciatica, he identified my issue and explained it in straightforward language. As an opera singer, my back, lungs and core are the keys to my vocal power and stamina. Professor McGill helped me to practice better mechanics both in […]
“In 2021, I worsened a lower back issue that eventually led to me requiring surgery. I underwent a microdiscectomy for a sequestered disc. I began a slow recovery but became concerned when some of my symptoms returned. These included further lower back pain, issues with sitting, nerve pain down my right leg and poor mobility. […]