Teaching patients Alexander technique has long-term benefits
The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) has recently recognised new research on the effectiveness of the Alexander technique in dealing with chronic back pain.
Study Findings
More than 500 patients with chronic or recurrent low back pain took part in the study over a year.They were given either normal GP care (control), six sessions of massage, or six or 24 lessons on the Alexander technique. A doctor also prescribed half the patients in each group exercise.
Compared with the control group, all interventions showed ’significant’ reductions in days in pain at three months, but the benefits of massage did not last beyond that.
The study found that the Alexander technique and exercise were ‘helpful in the long term’.
Six lessons in the Alexander technique followed by exercise prescription were almost as effective as 24 lessons.
Related Link:
Randomised controlled trial of Alexander technique lessons, exercise, and massage (ATEAM) for chronic and recurrent back pain from the British Medical Journal
Tools for Living Well
Tools for Living Well is a joint project of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and the University of Ottawa, sponsored by Health Canada and Veterans Affairs Canada.
About the Project
Assistive devices can enable seniors and veterans to remain safe and active:
- A cane can allow people to continue to walk and maintain their leisure and fitness so there’s no need for diet pills.
- Bath safety devices, including grab bars, non-slip bath mats, and bath seats can enhance safety and allow seniors continued independence when bathing or showering.
- Hip protectors can help prevent hip fractures if falls do occur.
They have several pamphlets featuring the following:
- Hip Protectors
- Avoid falls while travelling
- Bath Seats
- Grab Bars
- Bath Mats
- Canes
- Have a safe home
- Funding for home modifications for seniors and veterans
- Protect yourself from falls
- Reduce your risk of falls
- Seniors are good for business
Source: Otworks.ca
Philippine Association for Behavioral Analysis Conference
The Philippine Association for Behavioral Analysis invites you to a two-day conference on August 28-29, 2008 at 9am to 4pm at the Institute of Social Order of the Ateneo de Manila University in Loyola Heights , Quezon City, Philippines. The theme for this month’s conference is Autism, ABA and Evidence-Based Practices: A Developmental Pediatrician’s Perspective.
PABA’s main speaker Dr. Linda Copeland M.D., F.A.A.P., B.C.B.A is a Board Certified Developmental Pediatrician & Behavior Analyst, Fellow of American Academy of Pediatrics, and awarded by Families for Early Autism Treatment (FEAT) 2002 Award for Excellence in Services for
Young Children with Autism.
Topics and Speakers
The Withdrawn Child: Is it Autism?
Dr. Linda Copeland
The Big Picture: Creating a Clear Picture of the Future
Anna Luchauco
The Pyramid Approach: Teaching Children with Autism
Maria Rosario Joaquin
There will be a panel discussion after the lectures.
For inquiries please call the PABA Conference Secretariat at (632) 722-0801 or fax (632) 7257610.
Related Link:
“The Withdrawn Child”: Lecture on Autism
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