
COVID-19 & L.A.S.S.
Dr. Liebenson is now offering TeleHealth & Online Lifestyle Coaching no matter where you live! All in-office appointments with Dr. Liebenson are cancelled. Learn more.
Dr. Liebenson is now joined by his new Associate Dr. Diana Wang, D.P.T., A.T.C. who is seeing patients in-office. Learn more.
Read our COVID-19 memo & learn about online and TeleHealth resources.
Looking for Dr. Liebenson's education programs? Please visit firstprinciplesofmovement.com.
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Function Better
Feel Better
L.A. Sports & Spine is a unique training and rehab center focusing on orthopedic & functional assessment, acute pain management, rehabilitation, and athletic development.
Learn more about our evidence-based treatment philosophy.

what works best for you.
Our goal at L.A. Sports & Spine is to help you feel better. Each program is individualized to meet your unique needs. Together we will develop a sustainable strategy so you can perform at your peak.
Founded in 1989 by Craig S. Liebenson, D.C.
At L.A. Sports & Spine, we address activity-limiting problems with a science-based, gentle approach, combining different methods to find

Founded in 1989 by Craig S. Liebenson, D.C.
At L.A. Sports & Spine, we address activity-limiting problems with a science-based approach, combining different non-surgical methods to find what works best for you.
Our goal at L.A. Sports & Spine is to help you feel better. The science tells us “function better to feel better”. Each program is individualized to meet your unique needs. Together we will develop a sustainable strategy so you can perform at your peak.
Dr. Craig Liebenson is the first health care provider in California to receive a Certification of Recognition from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) on Achievement of Recognition for Delivery of Quality Back Pain Care. He is the founder of First
Principles of Movement which is dedicated to promoting health span and preventing disability by addressing the worldwide inactivity crisis.
Dr. Liebenson has engaged in research as a Visiting Scholar at Pr. Stuart McGill’s Spine Biomechanics Laboratory at the University of Waterloo, Department of Biomechanics & Kinesiology.
DR. LIEBENSON
DIRECTOR
Dr. Craig Liebenson is the first health care provider in California to receive a Certification of Recognition from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) on Achievement of Recognition for Delivery of Quality Back Pain Care. He is the founder of First Principles of Movement which

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Anglo-European College of Chiropractic
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Murdoch University (Perth, Australia)
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Equinox TierX
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Modern Pilates – Asia-Pacific
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Hospital for Special Surgery (New York City)
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Seattle Seahawks (NFL)
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EXOS
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Arizona Diamonbacks (MLB)
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Washington Wizards (NBA)
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L.A. Clippers (NBA)
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Boston Sports Medicine Group
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Calilfornia Angels (MLB)
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Minnesota Timberwolves (NBA)
Dr. Liebenson has worked with the following teams and organizations:
is dedicated to promoting health span and preventing disability by addressing the worldwide inactivity crisis.
Dr. Liebenson has engaged in research as a Visiting Scholar at Pr. Stuart McGill’s Spine Biomechanics Laboratory at the University of Waterloo, Department of Biomechanics & Kinesiology.
DR. ROY PAGE
HEAD ASSOCIATE
Dr. Roy Page is the head associate at Los Angeles Sports and Spine. He received the degree Doctor of Chiropractic from Logan College of Chiropractic along with a Master of Science Degree in Sports Science and Rehabilitation.
He has also achieved a Master of
Traditional Oriental Medicine from Emperor’s College and is a California licensed acupuncturist.
Dr. Roy Page is the head associate at Los Angeles Sports and Spine. He received the degree Doctor of Chiropractic from Logan College of Chiropractic along with a Master of
Science Degree in Sports Science and Rehabilitation.
He has also achieved a Master of Traditional Oriental Medicine from Emperor’s College and is a California licensed acupuncturist.

DR. DIANA WANG
HEAD PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Dr. Diana Wang is a dual credentialed Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer. She completed both her Bachelors of Arts in Athletic Training (2015) and Doctor of Physical Therapy (2017) degrees at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA.
degrees at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA.
Throughout her Athletic Training career, Diana has worked with athletes ranging from high school to Division I to the professional level. She currently serves on the medical staff for many large Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tournaments held in Southern California and Las Vegas.
Dr. Diana Wang is a dual credentialed Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer. She completed both her Bachelors of Arts in Athletic Training (2015) and Doctor of Physical Therapy (2017)

Throughout her Athletic Training career, Diana has worked with athletes ranging from high school to Division I to the professional level. She currently serves on the medical staff for many large Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tournaments held in Southern California and Las Vegas.
KEITA MINAKAWA
HEAD GROUP TRAINER
Keita Minakawa is a certified personal trainer, strength & conditioning coach and United States Soccer Federation licensed coach. He currently works as a strength coach at LA Sports & Spine, where he works with patients to help improve their quality of movement using the First
Principles of Movement. Keita was first introduced to Dr. Craig Liebenson in 2018 through his mentor, Dr. Ryan Chow.
Keita Minakawa is a certified personal trainer, strength & conditioning coach and United States Soccer Federation licensed coach. He currently works as a strength coach at LA
Sports & Spine, where he works with patients to help improve their quality of movement using the First
Principles of Movement. Keita was first introduced to Dr. Craig Liebenson in 2018 through his mentor, Dr. Ryan Chow.

MATT BERENC
HEAD 1:1 TRAINER/ COACH
Matt Berenc is a strength coach and personal trainer with over 20 years of experience. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Missouri and dove head first into his career working with clients.
Matt Berenc is a strength coach and personal trainer with over 20 years of experience. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Nutritional Sciences from the University
of Missouri and dove head first into his career working with clients.
In addition to his work with clients, Matt is also an industry leading educator. Most recently he served as the director of education for a luxury fitness brand where he oversaw the development, curation, and implementation of education to support 2700+ personal trainers.

In addition to his work with clients, Matt is also an industry leading educator. Most recently he served as the director of education for a luxury fitness brand where he oversaw the development, curation, and implementation of education to support 2700+ personal trainers.
CONTACT
US
10474 Santa Monica Blvd, #304
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Email:
Phone:
(310) 470-2909
OUR ADDRESS
Special in-office hours during COVID-19.
Dr. Page:
M 8AM-6PM
T 8AM-12PM
W 8AM-6PM
Th 8AM-12PM
F 8AM-6PM
SAT 8AM-2PM
Dr. Wang:
T Th 12:30PM-6PM
Coach Matthew Berenc:
M W F 1PM-3PM