News: I have been working with NHS medical imaging staff.

“Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSD) are a common cause of pain among sonographers, with research suggesting that between 80–90.5% of sonographers are scanning in pain.”.Ref:National Library of Medicine

I have just completed a 12 week course, devised by me for Sonographers (ultrasound) with Work Related Muscular Skeletal Disorders. I worked one2one with the 11 members of the team, to gain a really good understanding of the way they work during varying different scanning procedures. 

Using the Alexander Technique we were able to identify where each sonographer was holding tension or sitting/standing in an awkward unbalanced position. We were able to replace the bad habits, with good postural habits, alleviating pain and discomfort whilst working. I also encouraged using the technique at home, travelling and during any exercise, in order that the technique became part of their daily thought patterns.

Comments from Sonographers following the course:

I thoroughly enjoyed all sessions and it would be great if AT sessions with Caroline were available on a regular basis for Sonographers for long term benefits.

 It has been lovely to work with Caroline the last few weeks. Caroline has fantastic skills with teaching the Alexander technique and I am hoping to use these skills to manage my RSI pain better.

I now set up the room before beginning the scan. Also practicing semi-supine during my lunch breaks where I get a chance as it helps me feel calm and ready to go for the afternoon. I am taking breaks to rest my arm during scans and also standing to scan where I can for gynae scans in particular as I feel that has helped significantly.

I learnt some invaluable techniques and really appreciate the 1-1 sessions with Caroline which were tailored to our individual needs/areas of pain. 

I am also in the process of running monthly workshops with all the non WRMSD Sonographers, as a preventative measure. 

“WRMSD can lead to pain, sickness absence, surgical procedures and in some cases long-term disability or career ending injury.”

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Welcome

Most people decide to look for an Alexander Technique Teacher because they already have some sort of back pain, hip pain or other discomfort. Other people find the technique through performance: music, drama or dance. Many are concerned about their posture.

Why Alexander Technique?

You may have caught sight of yourself and thought is that really me, what bad posture!

We look at postural habits that may have developed over years of misuse and are harmful and causing you discomfort.

We look at replacing those habitual postural patterns with new considered habits therefore alleviating your pain and preventing recurrence.

You may have tried other ways to treat back pain or neck/hip pain and found only temporary relief.

Alexander Technique teaches you to look for the possible causes of the pain.

Alexander Technique can also be a way to prevent aches and pains that we sometimes think are an inevitable part of life.

The technique can also aid rehabilitation after illness or injury.

The technique not only helps reduce pain.

It can teach you to look after yourself, to make those choices to change.

It teaches observation of alignment helping with poor posture.

It is a gentle technique that reduces unwanted physical and mental tension, allowing you the freedom to move with improved coordination and balance.

It allows you to think about your body as a system, integrating physical, mental and emotional aspects.

Alexander Technique teaches the possibility for inner quiet and a calmer state of mind, allowing you to take charge.

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Alexander Technique can help overcome:

• Back pain, neck and joint pain
• Poor postural habits
• Sciatica
• Muscle tension/stiffness
• Worry and stress
• Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
• Headaches/migraine
• Poor breathing

Alexander Technique can help you improve

• Balance and coordination
• Alertness and focus
• Calmness and confidence
• Clearer thinking
• Business presentation skills
• Public speaking
• Moving with ease and elegance
• Everyday well-being