I started with Dr. Rob G. because I had tried other modalities and none of them had seemed to take care of the pain I was having on a daily basis. For the past ten years I had had four major surgeries and tried everything from Physical, Massage, Chiropractic therapies to Dry Needling, swimming, working out, etc and still had the debilitating pain that never went away or went away for a day but always came back. He took care of my pain within 6 visits and allowed me to get back to the way my life used to be - hiking every day and not being consumed by pain all the time. Thank you Dr. G! read more

I was looking forward to meeting with "Doctor Rob" after he pitched his alternative practice to me, and after being in unexplainable pain most of my life. In fact, I was REALLY looking forward to meeting with him. I rescheduled my first appt as I accidentally scheduled during a very busy work week (which is where he met me- at a work event). Unfortunately the week before my rescheduled appt with him, I ended up in the hospital. When I called to say I was sorry but would have to reschedule again as I was hospitalized, Rob said he'd "have to think about it" because I already "cancelled" my other appts against his policy. I didn't cancel and I didn't no-show; I rescheduled. I thought it was pretty bold and extremely rude to tell me he won't see me anymore because I had to reschedule due to being HOSPITALIZED. While his whole pitch was "I'm not like other doctors I actually want to help"- yet I get shamed for a medical emergency and all he can think of is booting me off his billing list before I even start. He's just like every other mainstream money-eyed American doctor, just with a disguised title. read more

I went to Dr. Rob for low back pain, from simply bending over the wrong way. Even though going to chiropractors over the years, I felt better than I have in a very long time after only 3 visits. Not only is the technique so much different than the normal cracking and popping, it is VERY effective. Definitely sore after the first visit just because so much was going on with me, but after the 3rd visit, do not need to go back. He advised if anything changes or if I need to work on something specific, he would see me again. I will never go to the traditional chiros again; this is the way to go. I have referred him to several individuals and I hope they go see him to see the difference he can make! When this posted, it lists me as being from San Francisco, CA; not sure where that came from. I am a native of CO living here in Colorado Springs and found Dr. Rob on Google and am very thankful for that! read more

I have suffered from scoliosis since my teens. Before coming to Light Touch Chiropractic, I needed to visit the chiropractor as often as three times a week to alleviate pain in my neck, ribs/mid-back, and lower back/hips, which were always going out of alignment. After only four sessions (see below) with Dr. Gottesman, I can hardly believe how much straighter my back has become, and the surge of health that comes with that straightness. Dr. Gottesman uses a different technique called Directional Non-Force Technique or DNFT. It takes about 1/2 hour per treatment and costs a little more than a regular adjustment, but it is so much more than worth it. Honestly it feels close to a miracle to be straightened out after all these decades (I'm now 61). I really didn't think it was possible! The way Dr. Gottesman explains it, he works with the body's own intelligence to correct what is out of balance - or, in his words, has "interference." The interference can be physical (organs / muscles, etc.), emotional (subconscious programming / trauma / childhood wounds, etc.), mental or even spiritual. Having tried ordinary treatments all my life and also done a ton of other therapies, I was open to anything that might help. I welcomed Dr. Gottesman's suggestion to use the DNFT in my case. If you have been suffering and are open to working with a genuine "body whisperer" to get your skeletal and other health issues identified and resolved, based on my truly extraordinary experience I can only give Dr. Gottesman five glowing stars: the highest possible recommendation. Dr. Gottesman is a life-changer and a gem of a healer. read more

I have been seeing traditional chiropractors for 25 years but as I've gotten older the manual adjustments were leaving my body feeling more traumatized than relieved. Ironically, Dr. Rob's technique is gentle but more effective than any other chiropractic experience I've had. If you want to try chiropractic I would strongly suggest giving Dr. Rob a try. read more

I have been a patient for about two weeks. My condition need surgery. In the meantime the Dr. Rob Gottesman has been amazing. I'm able to walk better after just one session with him. I work in a restaurant and I'm on my feet sometimes 18 hours a day. I highly recommend him. read more

Dr. Gottesman is amazing! If you want a chiropractor that gets straight to the problem this is the place. After only two visits I feel 10x better. Plus, the place is very clean and scheduling is very easy. Definitely recommended. read more

Hi there, I am a younger client at 32 years. I had a production job where I injured my shoulder and caused my back muscles to overcompensate. Long story short I have had many different X-rays, MRIs, and physical therapy and a year later still same back pain with many negative tests. Also, sleeping is hard, I have low energy, and pain medication doesn't really help. Now since visiting Dr Rob, in 3 short visits he has found over 9 areas that my body has sent signals that something is wrong. This therapy is not for everyone but wow after my first appointment I had the best nights sleep in 6 months. Relief! Now, 3 appointments later my body is signaling new areas that needed healing from this state-of-the-art therapy. The back pain relief and the energy I have gotten back into my life is hard to believe in 3 short visits. This therapy also has an end goal where everything will be fixed and i will no longer need appointments. Dr Rob is honest, charismatic, and is an expert in his work. I highly recommend him to anyone with back pain and headaches that won't go away. Literally nothing has helped in a year of looking around until this. read more

Dr. Rob and the Directional Non-Force Technique have created healing for issues that I'd thought were simply unavoidable side effects of aging and injury. In very little time, I've seen amazing resolution of things I thought I was going to just have to live with. I had been restricted in certain movements and experienced discomfort all throughout the day prior to my treatments. Just in my first visit, my TMJ symptoms became virtually non-existent. I've also seen remarkable improvements in my hormone balance, digestion, and sleep, as well as range of motion and flexibility. If you are unfamiliar with DNFT, I highly recommend you make a visit to Dr. Rob and see what it can do for you. If you have pain, imbalance, or discomfort this technique offers something no other does. If you just want your body to perform at optimum levels, this is a great way to tune up. My highest recommendation for Dr. Rob and his work. He is respectful, professional and incredibly knowledgeable. read more

It's such a pleasure to have found Dr. Gottesman. His patient care is top notch; he listens and really cares about improving the health of his patients. The light touch method is much less invasive to the body but very effective. Thank you Dr.Gottesman! -B. Gilligan read more

I was introduced to the directional non-force chiropractic care quite a few years ago and after my chiropractor moved, I started seeing Dr. Rob. Every time I have any back problems, I go see him immediately and the problem is resolved. Since I am very busy and active yet out of shape, I am always finding new ways to throw my back out so I find myself in his office at least 4 times a year. Dr. Rob has been very helpful to my son as well. He recently had heart surgery and after the surgery, he was walking funny and I thought initially that it was because he was in pain, but he laid down on the floor and one leg was shorter by an inch. After going to Dr. Rob, my son was straightened out and the legs were almost equal in length again. Another time my son hurt himself at a trampoline park and had a knot by his spine that you could actually see and feel. After his visit with Dr. Rob, it was completely gone. It is amazing to feel the difference, but to visibly see the before and after difference with my son is astounding. Thank you Dr. Rob for all that you do!! read more

I thought I'd had activator procedure before. In reality, I had not! After a move from Dallas 10 days ago, my low back (and darn near everything else) was miserable. The doc worked me in this evening (and was so gracious that we're new here and had some difficulty finding him!). He took great time and care to listen and get the whole picture. (My daughter is in chiropractic school and even offered to chat with her in her journey!) After my treatment, I feel so much better. Not perfect yet, but I do feel better. I'm going back in two days for more progress. read more

I suffered from lower back pain from a skiing accident. I tried other chiropractors over a period of six months with only slight temporary relief. Rob Gottesman gave me instant relief from pain that had become depressing and debilitating. Over a period of several adjustments my back was back to normal. I highly recommend Rob to anyone with back or neck pain. He is also a positive, uplifting great guy. read more

Dr. Rob Gottesman is an expert in his field of practice. The best chiropractic experience I have ever had. I suffered some injuries from a car accident and in a short time felt great results. The treatments are pain free and very effective. I am thankful for Dr. Gottesman's expertise! Will continue to come back for treatment. Highly recommended! read more

Dr. Rob is a very sincere and knowledgeable healer. In six visits over the course of three weeks, my chronic of 30 years pain has been reduced to almost nothing. He paid attention to my complaints, and adjusted his treatment accordingly. The technique is very different from what I had tried before, and Dr. Rob's approach is very effective. I highly recommend taking the time and effort to taking this step to healing. My treatment ended six weeks ago, and I still feel great! read more

I just finished my fourth and final session with Dr. Gottesman. I received relief from my continual upper back and neck pain. I would recommend DNFT (directional non-force technique) adjustment to anyone that is suffering from pain and discomfort. It only took 4 sessions for me to experience total relief. Dr. Gottesman is an incredibly nice man. Do not hesitate to call him and schedule a visit and learn more about DNFT. read more

I have been going to Dr. Gottesman for a couple of weeks and feel so much better!! I like that it is not a typical chiropractic appointment with cracking, etc. I left my previous chiropractor feeling worse than when I walked in the door, often leaving with a headache and sciatica pain shooting down my leg. Knowing this is not normal, I was in search of something new. Dr. G is amazing! He targets treatment to your problem areas versus cracking everything the same way every time. My lower back pain is almost gone; I leave there feeling lighter and walking straighter; I can stand for much longer periods of time without pain. Also, I gained significant mobility in my neck and have less knots in my upper back/shoulders. I highly recommend him to anyone dealing with back and neck pain or just feeling "off." And bonus, he is military friendly! read more

My father was a Chiropractor for many years, I injured my neck in Feb. of this year, and went through all the methods I knew of treatment, the final one being an MRI. with the conclusion that it was age, and only physical therapy could help, which it did not. I went to /dr. Rob through a friend's recommendation. He said " it's kinda weird so be open." Well I was and within 4 treatments, I was 90% better and now Sept. of 2013. I am still well. Get over the fact that it is a method we know little about and trust this process. He will tell you if he can't help you. Bonus- he is honest. This method works and I recommend Dr. Rob. 100% read more

Dr. Rob Gottesman is a miracle worker! Amazing to see so much pain taken away in so little time!!! I came to Dr. Gottesman in early January 2016 after a knee surgery for torn meniscus and damaged cartilage. My orthopedic surgeon also performed micro fractures in order to regrow cartilage. It was very painful and they only relief the orthopedic surgeon offered was a prescription of Hydrocodone. It was painful to walk, it was painful to go up and down stairs, it was painful to bend the knee, it was painful to extend the knee, it was even painful to sleep. Well, by the end of January after only six visits, all the pain is gone, all thanks to Dr. Gottesman! Each visit his Directional Non-Force Technique sessions did exactly what he promised it would do - to clear messages the brain gives the body and to have the brain and body to work together! I don't how it does it, but with each session he knows exactly what is needed and makes the exact adjustments necessary for the body to heal. He is also so gentle, calm and soothing that just going to his office is a healing experience. He seems to be divinely guided. I would highly recommend his treatment for anyone who needs to become pain free. No narcotics needed! You just have to believe in him and also in the intelligence your own body has. read more

I have had severe back and hip pain for the last 2 years. No injuries to mention but I am very active. My pain had gotten so sharp and debilitating that I was having trouble sitting, driving or even moving fluidly. I have tried yoga, pilates, acupuncture, muscle relaxors of all sorts to no avail. I found Dr Gottesman through online research and found his technique description of DNFT to be something of interest to me. My first visit and overall experience over the last few months have been professional, thorough, positive, helpful and exciting! Dr Gottesman is meticulous in his practice and believe passionately in what he does for the community. His #1 goal is to assess your pain, talk to you about the process of DFNT and perform his technique over a few visits to open up the channels of communication within the body to release the pain and let you move forward with their life! Thank you Dr Gottesman! SLO is lucky to have you. read more

Dr. Rob was able to greatly reduce my pain, almost to zero, within just a few sessions. I've had a herniated disk and attendant problems with my lower back, hips, and alignment for more than ten years. I've visited other chiropractors, physical therapists, and am active and swim and stretch regularly. Many of these approaches have mitigated the pain but I was blow away by Dr. Rob's ability to remove it almost completely. My mobility improved immediately and my discomfort dropped away within a single session. His technique is unlike any chiropractor I've visited and is surprising, especially initially, since it is so gentle compared to other chiropractic practices. His results, however, are the proof that it's effective. I'm delighted by the how I feel, and have felt, since visiting him. It's also a tremendous relief to know that, if/when my back pain returns, he'll be able to address it. read more

I tried Dr. Rob because my usual chiropractor Dr. Hannon was out of town and his assistant recommended Dr. Rob. I had never heard about Directional Non-Force Technique (DNFT), but I felt he explained it quite thoroughly before working on me. THERE IS NO CRACKING or any other kind of force used! I also liked the fact that he did not try to sell me any supplements, etc., which has always made me uncomfortable in others. Another great thing about Dr. Rob is that he did not try to get me to commit to a certain treatment schedule. He felt that he could take care of the pain I was experiencing in approximately 4 sessions, but after only 3 I was feeling so great, it was all I needed. Like the Great Dr. Hannon, Dr. Rob says "call when you need me". I so appreciate that kind of honesty in the sometimes shifty world of chiropractic. He is very professional, gentle, respectful, kind and very passionate about this technique which is basically sending vibrations through his thumbs to specific parts of the body. It felt like he was hardly touching me, his touch was so gentle but boy oh boy did it ever make a difference in the way I was feeling! I admit some aspects of the treatment are kind of "weird" to me--he has patients change into an all cotton robe and has them hold onto a piece of copper, while he has a piece of copper in his pocket. It has something to do with allergens and energy. That was all kind of beyond me and he himself will admit that he doesn't really understand every single thing about this method that makes it work so well--only that it does. Stay open-minded and give him a shot at that issue you always thought you would have to just live with...he is a breath of fresh air. read more

I had sprained my back... worse than any previous back sprain. I walked around like an *old* man. I was referred by another chiropractor. Dr. G's methods were very different than what I was expecting... not your typical office visit. Within a few visits... I was as good as ever... pain free and a very interesting & eye opening method of treatment. Blew me away. Thank you Dr. G. read more

I have had life changing pain relief as a result of visiting Dr. Rob Gottesman. For many years I have had debilitating back pain. It is now non existent. It is an absolutely amazing change. My quality of life is as if I was twenty years younger. I have had work done by quite a few chiropractors. None are at all within the same realm as Dr. Gottesman. I have also had acupuncture, have studied yoga, I use massage therapy, and have had hypnosis. Nothing worked for my back pain until I saw Dr. Gottesman. I am so thankful and so relieved. Other aspects of my overall health have improved as well as a result of my treatment. I highly recommend Dr. Gottesman. read more

I have had only 2 visits with Dr. Rob Gottesman, and this has been my first experience with DNFT. What can I say but Wow! My first session was incredible; the range of motion in my neck was quite surprising for my first visit. I was in a head on collision one year ago and have lost much flexibility in the neck area and had surgery in my L4 and L5 lower back. I also suffered with pain and discomfort and my SI joint was a great problem with sciatica pain. My second visit I was able to bend with my legs so much more than before. With my back surgery from the accident I had lost a lot of my flexibility. It was very hard to bend down. This has been a life changing pain relief and I now have hope that I will recover soon. I have seen back specialists, physical therapist, and chiropractors. And no one has given me such amazing results. My wife and I are truly grateful to have found this kind of a doctor. Every one should know about his wonderful practice and the affects. We highly recommend Dr Gottesman. 4th visit now, and my SI Joint has readjusted it self back, super WOW for me... I can't tell you enough what that means to me. I feel so much better. It's so unbelievable that I was at the point that I thought I wouldn't get the help I needed to correct that matter. Dr Gottesman thank you for all you have done in such a short time. Anyone out there that has the SI joint out, you know what I am talking about. Today will be my 5th visit and I can't wait to see the progress in this visit. For all of you out there who are looking for true help give Dr Gottesman a try. You will be so happy at what your results can be. It's one-year now for my recuperation and I thought I was going to need more surgery, instead I can see myself riding my bike again as I use to ride 30 miles once a week. How I look forward to that again, I can see the light at the end of the tunnel now, and its looks oh so sweet. Read what everyone is saying about this type of treatment. Make your appointment... and feel the results!!!!! Ron Motrene'c read more

I've been to chiropractors off and on for over twenty years and have utilized different alternative healthcare modalities but until now I have never come across the amazing work of DNFT chiropractic or a Dr. like Dr. Rob. I have a healthy lifestyle but have always had a lot of sensitivities over my life which suddenly culminated in a sever crash as I entered perimenopause. I had sever adrenal overload/crash leading to hyperthyroidism, insomnia, sever fatigue, and pain. Plus I also had an inability to eat due to a hiatal hernia and GERDs leading to a loss of 24 pounds in two months and I was going down fast. The MDs were stumped but after only one appointment with Dr. Rob my husband was amazed that I was able to eat better and started sounding like my old self, rather than the walking dead. After three appointments I noticed drastic changes and longer moments of 'normal'. After the fourth I felt hopeful and a feeling of becoming more than normal, a person without so many sensitivities. As the immediate layers were repaired by Dr. Rob the deeper layers appeared almost asking to be repaired as well. Old pains that have been with me for years have been coming up and clearing out once and for all. Thank you Dr. Rob! read more