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Alexander Technique




The Alexander technique focuses on the movement performed by an individual. In other words it could be stated here that it is a technique that works towards the changing of the daily habits and activities. It includes our way of breathing, our movements, our way of learning, our way of reacting to situations and our way of responding to awareness.

It ensures the easy movement and enhances co-ordination, balance and support. It basically teaches the use of the right level of effort required for performing a certain kind of activity. Thus it enables an individual to understand himself/herself better.

Brief History of Alexander Technique:


F.M Alexander, who was a well known Shakespearian orator suffered from serious problems and this ultimately led to the losing of his voice. In order to find out the cause for his problem, he started to observe himself carefully in the mirror, while he spoke. He identified the fact that the cause was muscular tension. He discovered a solution for his problem.


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He came to learn that when the neck tension gets reduced, the spine no longer gets compressed by the head. He thus solved his problem by only changing his way of thinking, while performing an act. Thus in the process he developed a new technique that ensured smooth working of the body processes. This technique came to be known later as Alexander Technique.

How Alexander Technique Works:


This technique helps in establishing a good relationship between the back, the head, the neck and the most important part of the body that provides strength to the limbs, which provides a structural environment for the proper functioning of the internal organs and makes breathing easier. This technique also helps in the release of undue tension of the body.

Benefits of Alexander Technique:


  • Improves physical health
  • Improves mental health
  • Increases vitality of the body
  • Reduces anxiety
  • Reduces stress level
  • Cures eating disorder

Conditions Treated by Alexander Technique:


  • Asthma
  • Peptic ulcer
  • Back pain
  • Stiff neck
  • Frozen shoulder
  • Joint pain
  • Musculoskeletal problems
  • Headache
  • Respiratory problem
  • Migraine
  • Sciatica
  • Strain injuries
  • Menstrual problem
  • Hypertension
  • Neuromuscular dysfunction