The Alexander Technique
I went the other day for a session of the Alexander Technique. It begins with the importance of where the head and spine meet. The idea is that we need to get out of our way and let the bodies natural balance re-emerge. It is great for posture, but also learning to sit, stand, move in a way that reduces the stress on your bones, spine and joints. It is used by Actors, Dancers, Musicians, Sufferers of Back Pain and Many Others.
-Glenn 
Back, Neck or Muscle Pain
I am not in the medical profession, but several years ago, as a result of musculoskeletal problems and pain, I went to a physical therapist who was also a Feldenkrais Practitioner. It was really helpful to me. So, if you are experiencing neck pain, back pain or other musculoskeletal problems, you might look into the following: The Feldenkrais Technique, The Alexander Technique, Trager Work, and Techniques done by Doctors of Osteopathy.
-Glenn
?Resources: Some Bodywork Techniques
Feldenkrais Technique: www.Feldenkrais.com
Dr Weil on the Feldenkrais Technique: www.drweil.com/drw/u/ART00467/Feldenkrais-Method.html
Book: Awareness Through Movement: Easy-to-Do Health Exercises to Improve Your Posture, Vision, Imagination, and Personal
Awareness by Moshe Feldenkrais
Alexander Technique: www.Alexandertech.org
Book: The Complete Illustrated Guide to Alexander Technique: A Practical Approach to Health, Poise, and Fitness by Glynn MacDonald
Trager Work: www.Trager.com
Book: Movement As a Way to Agelessness: A Guide to Trager Mentastics by Milton Trager, MD et al.
Rubenfeld Synergy: www.Rubenfeldsynergy.com
Book: The Listening Hand: Self-Healing Through The Rubenfeld Synergy Method of Talk and Touch by Ilana Rubenfeld
Anat Baniel Method www.AnatBanielmethod.com
Book: Move Into Life: Nine Essentials for Lifelong Vitality by Anat Baniel
Yoga: mayoclinic.com/health/yoga/CM00004
Yoga: www.drweil.com/drw/u/ART02939/Yoga-More-Than-a-Workout.html
Video: Yoga for Stress Management: www.mayoclinic.com/health/yoga/MM00650
Massage: www.mayoclinic.com/health/massage/SA00082
Tai Chi: www.mayoclinic.com/health/tai-chi/SA00087
Tai Chi: www.drweil.com/drw/u/ART02942/Tai-Chi.html
Tai Chi andf Qigong: www.drweil.com/drw/u/id/ART02732
Qigong: National Qigong Association: www.NQA.org
Note: The above information is for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional guidance (medical, financial, legal, etc.)
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