The Alexander Technique works to change movement habits in your everyday activities through re-education of mind and body.
It can be applied to sitting, lying down, standing, walking, lifting, and other daily activities. Alexander seeks to improve:-
Ease of movement
Pain
Balance
Bodily support
Co-ordination
Alexander is a simple and practical method, very useful for:-
Repetitive Strain Injury
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Back pain
Stiff neck and shoulders
Desk workers
VDU operators
Long distance drivers
Musicians
Singers
Dancers
Athletes
The technique teaches the use of the appropriate amount of effort for a particular activity, giving you more energy for all your activities. It is not a series of treatments or exercises. The Alexander Technique is a method which helps you discover a new balance in your body by releasing unnecessary tension.