Neck, Shoulder and Back Pain?
Research has shown that Back Pain is the number one cause of absenteeism from the work place. Many people suffer with lower back pain, stiff shoulders and neck pain all stemming from poor posture. Many of us are unaware that poor use of the body has anything to do with the pain that is being experienced. We go off to various other treatments to cure the pain. However we seldom realize that it would be more advantageous to treat the cause. The Alexander technique is alive and well in Auckland and Noeline is one such teacher of this technique.
The Alexander Technique is an education process whereby students re-learn how to use their body with less tension and stress. We are born with perfect posture, and over the years we interfere with that good use. If we become aware of what we are doing 'wrong' we are then able to affect change. We are all keen for someone else to fix us, and it would be wonderful if it were possible. However, we do need to make the changes within ourselves and take responsibility for the changes in our own body. The definition of 'being silly' is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different outcome. We need to profoundly change the way we use ourselves in order for us to be out of pain.
The beauty about the body is how quickly the body is able to change. After just a few Alexander technique lessons students report a dramatic change in their well being.
Lack of concentration, irritability, general fatigue, back and neck pain, headaches, tense shoulders and general malaise can all be related to poor posture.
Even poor eyesight and eyesight deterioration can be directly related to our sedentary life style and the invent of computers.
Back pain, neck pain, stiff shoulders and repetitive strain injury (RSI) are all greatly assisted by The Alexander Technique.
Many jobs demand that we sit for long periods of time. Many people don't know that the first place the body experiences fatigue is
the spine. This is why so many people collapse at their desks. They feel they cannot hold themselves up after a certain number of hours.
Improvement in back pain can be achieved within three months of starting Alexander Techniqe lessons.
If there have been many back operations then progress may be a bit slower. If you are planning to have an operation, it may be wise to try
out the Alexander technique first. In my 20 or more years experience I have encountered a number of people who no longer required
surgery after learning this technique. However, there were those who did go for back surgery but still found that their recovery was far
quicker once they adopted all the Alexander principals they had learnt.
Alexander technique lessons are usually one on one and the first lesson is usually one hour. The following lessons are usually between half and hour to forty five minutes. I also offer lunchtime talks at companies to staff. I offer workshops to staff and managment. I also can assess work stations and give tips on small improvements to the work station that can quickly assist staff.
If you would like to experience an Alexander lesson please do contact Noeline on 09 522 8584 or 021 052 8980
The Alexander Technique is an education process whereby students re-learn how to use their body with less tension and stress. We are born with perfect posture, and over the years we interfere with that good use. If we become aware of what we are doing 'wrong' we are then able to affect change. We are all keen for someone else to fix us, and it would be wonderful if it were possible. However, we do need to make the changes within ourselves and take responsibility for the changes in our own body. The definition of 'being silly' is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different outcome. We need to profoundly change the way we use ourselves in order for us to be out of pain.
The beauty about the body is how quickly the body is able to change. After just a few Alexander technique lessons students report a dramatic change in their well being.
Lack of concentration, irritability, general fatigue, back and neck pain, headaches, tense shoulders and general malaise can all be related to poor posture.
Even poor eyesight and eyesight deterioration can be directly related to our sedentary life style and the invent of computers.
Back pain, neck pain, stiff shoulders and repetitive strain injury (RSI) are all greatly assisted by The Alexander Technique.
Many jobs demand that we sit for long periods of time. Many people don't know that the first place the body experiences fatigue is
the spine. This is why so many people collapse at their desks. They feel they cannot hold themselves up after a certain number of hours.
Improvement in back pain can be achieved within three months of starting Alexander Techniqe lessons.
If there have been many back operations then progress may be a bit slower. If you are planning to have an operation, it may be wise to try
out the Alexander technique first. In my 20 or more years experience I have encountered a number of people who no longer required
surgery after learning this technique. However, there were those who did go for back surgery but still found that their recovery was far
quicker once they adopted all the Alexander principals they had learnt.
Alexander technique lessons are usually one on one and the first lesson is usually one hour. The following lessons are usually between half and hour to forty five minutes. I also offer lunchtime talks at companies to staff. I offer workshops to staff and managment. I also can assess work stations and give tips on small improvements to the work station that can quickly assist staff.
If you would like to experience an Alexander lesson please do contact Noeline on 09 522 8584 or 021 052 8980
Up coming events
The back pain expo 28th to 29th April 2012, Held at the Ellerslie Event Centre, Auckland. Come and visit us at our stand Number 34. Parking is free.
Study found in British Medical Journal
**Newsflash** Relief for Chronic Back Pain. A major study published in August 2008 in the British Medical Journal has shown that long term benefits can be gained for the majority of people suffering from chronic lower back pain with the Alexander Technique. Click Backs & Necks for more information. See below for BMJ video.
