Backsaver | use a Backsaver cushion for a comfortable semi-supine The semi-supine is a procedure that is recommended by Alexander Technique teachers around the world. It involves lying on a firm surface, having the knees drawn up and placing your head on books. That...
Chronic Pain-using Alexander Technique to manage pain conditions Alexander Technique for chronic pain The Alexander Technique is an educational method, not a health-care intervention. Alexander teachers do not diagnose medical conditions, nor do lessons typically...
Manage your herniated disc Do you have a herniated disc? It’s called a “slipped disc”, a ‘bulging disc” or a “herniated disc”. It means pretty much the same thing, you have damaged the tissue that connects one vertebrae to...
Yoga and semi-supine In yoga it’s called “savasana”. In Alexander Technique it’s called “semi-supine” or “constructive rest”. There are many similarities between the savasana pose in yoga and semi-supine. Savasana has...
Sciatica self-regulation with Alexander Technique. Alexander lessons can assist you to manage sciatica. Sciatic pain happens when inappropriate pressure comes onto the sciatic nerve. The causes can vary but anyone who experiences it knows that sciatica is painful and...
Use your hip joints to avoid back pain Did you know that the most common type of back pain, suffered by people, is lower back pain? If you have lower back pain, it’s a red flag that something may be going wrong with your bending, lifting and carrying. ...
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