Alexander technique

(Complementary Medicine) a technique for developing awareness of one's posture and movement in order to improve it

[C20: named after Frederick Matthias Alexander (died 1955), Australian actor who originated it]

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Alexander technique

A method of retraining the body’s movements in order to improve posture, and named after its originator, Frederick Matthias Alexander.

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- Society Of Teachers Of The Alexander Technique. Call 020 7284 3338 or visit www.stat.org.uk

Health ZONE: SELF-HELP REMEDIES: Getting back to basics; Tips from the top: Four out of five people suffer from back pain at some time in their lives. It's the biggest cause of disability in the UK and costs the NHS pounds 140million a year. But these top tips from the experts will help you beat the condition and head off any future problems

* Consider Alexander technique training for musicians.

Facilitating flow experiences among musicians

Every child is born with natural poise and balance, according to Noel Kingsley, an Alexander Technique practitioner.

Health Zone: It's time to start kidding around

The Alexander Technique, developed in 1904 by Australian actor Frederick Matthias Alexander, is a procedure where an individual learns to rid her body of harmful tension and stress, and cultivate relaxation.

Managing musical performance anxiety

The Alexander Technique is one way of avoiding these troubles.

Health Zone: Alternative Therapy - Tackle those sporting pains; HOW TO STAY IN SHAPE FOR THE WEEKEND

Depending on where you live, there might be an Alexander Technique or Feldenkrais Method teacher in your area.

Using the body's wisdom to unlock technique

A good way to check yours is to take an Alexander Technique class.

Mirror Works: Chart your own course

Here, the author discusses the Alexander Technique, the Feldenkrais Method and Bodywork (Rolfing).

Annotated bibliography on musician wellness

For more information contact: The Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique, 20 London House, 266 Fulham Road, London SW10 9EL 0171 351 0828.

Health Zone: ALTERNATIVE WAYS TO TREAT.. Back pain

You also may benefit from yoga or the Alexander technique, which focuses on achieving and maintaining balance and alignment from your head down.

Hyperkyphosis and lung function

Also, consider investigating the Alexander Technique, an approach to movement aimed at better posture and body mechanics helpful for RSI.

Living With Repetitive Strain Injury

Teaching the Alexander Technique: Active Pathways to Integrative Practice