Do you know where the top of your spine is?
by Nora
If you consciously - or even unaware - think the top of your spine is somewhere around your neck, you may be injuring yourself. Our spine's uppermost end is approximately between our ears. Up that high. Our skull sits on top of the spine. For those who have neck and shoulder stiffness, this incorrect assumption can lead us to use a part of our spine that is not a joint. During an Alexander Technique lesson, the teacher gives you the gentle experience of moving your head from the joint instead of from the upper spine. What a world of difference this can make. Our shoulders respond well to this natural change.
11/27/2011 7:40:23 PM
Written by Nora
I have taught the Alexander Technique since 1988. I'm also a professional flutist. It's great to work with both musicians and non-musicians.
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