Alexander Technique for back pain
This 10 min video summarises the NHS randomised trial that was done to show the effectiveness of learning the Alexander Technique to help deal with back pain.
‘Extensive coverage has today been given to a study that found the Alexander technique – a method of teaching improved posture – is beneficial for easing back pain. The study on the technique involved over 500 people with chronic back pain from general practices across the UK. It found that people who received one-to-one instruction in the Alexander technique, along with exercise, had reduced back pain and improved disability after one year compared to those receiving standard care.’
- Read more about the technique from the NHS >>
- The BMJ research into Alexander Technique and back pain >>
Why train at BAS…
Watch this 4 minute ‘round table discussion’ between the students to hear why they choose to train at the Bristol Alexander School.
The two videos below are 30 second snapshots showing that applying the Alexander Technique in your life can make activities a lot easier!
Running with the Alexander Technique…
… and walking the dog
