Older People | The Definitive Guide to the Alexander Technique

Several studies have researched how movement and balance of older people changes after learning the Alexander Technique. One pilot study (Glover et al) also uses focus group discussions to explore older people’s experiences of learning the Technique.

1. Feasibility of group delivery of the Alexander Technique on balance in the community-dwelling elderly: preliminary findings

2. Functional reach improvement in normal older women after Alexander Technique instruction

3. Balance and mobility in older adults with visual impairments

4. Effects of Alexander Technique training experience on gait behaviour in older adults

5. I never thought I could do that…”: Outcomes from an Alexander Technique pilot group for older people with a fear of falling

6. Lighten up! Postural instructions affect static and dynamic balance in healthy older adults