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Alexander Technique ‘tried and tested’ in Business Traveler

BT writer Julian Gregory gives a thumbs up to the Technique after having lessons with Noel Kingsley, a teacher in London.
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Dr. Fishman cites the AT, again.

This time in the Huffington Post, while looking at the rising cost of healthcare.

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Study on the Diaphragm and Low Back Pain

I found this study to be an interesting look at what could be part of the reason why the Alexander Technique and the Art of Breathing work has such a impact for so many with low back issues!

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New Study on Alexander Technique and Chronic Pain

20 September, 2012 | By The Press Association

A study was carried out for 11 months, exploring an Alexander Technique teaching service that was time-limited.

Those who suffer with chronic pain may find some relief through learning the Alexander Technique in NHS outpatient clinics, research found.
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AT mentioned in Huffington Post Article by Loren Fishman

Click to read the Dec. 7th Huffington Post article featuring the Alexander Technique: “Mix and Match Several Alternative Therapies to Ease Back Pain”

Johns Hopkins sites AT in health alerts

Johns Hopkins recently sited the Alexander Technique in their Health Alerts.
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Oprah magazine features the Alexander Technique

In April 2009, following the BMJ study on the Alexander Technique, O magazine included this article about the Alexander Technique:  http://www.oprah.com/health/A-Cure-for-Back-Pain-The-Alexander-Technique. Continue reading “Oprah magazine features the Alexander Technique” →

British Medical Journal study on AT for treatment of chronic and recurrent back pain

In 2008 the British Medical Journal released this study that found the Alexander Technique to be effective in treating chronic and recurrent back-pain.

To see the full excerpt in the BMJ online: http://www.bmj.com/content/337/bmj.a884.full

 

Video on BMJ study

An informative video about the British Medical Journal Study, in two parts.
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Alexander Technique featured on NPR’s Morning Edition

NPR’s morning edition featured the Alexander Technique on their March 28, 2011 show. The story was called “Alexander Technique: A Balm For Back Pain?” Click here to read or listen to the story.

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