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An introduction to the Alexander Technique for


mammographers 6 May, London An interactive workshop covering the principles of the Alexander Technique, including guided activities to demonstrate the technique’s practical applications to work tasks.


This popular course always sells out, so be sure to book early to avoid disappointment.


Book online at http://events.sor.org. If you would like to attend an Alexander Technique course specifically


for another modality, eg. sonographers or therapeutic radiographers, please let us know by emailing conferences@sor.org.


Alexander Technique for radiographers: Advanced


workshop


17 June, SoR HQ, London A one-day workshop for those with some prior experience of the Alexander Technique who would like to enhance their knowledge practically and build on existing experience. The course is a follow-up to the popular introductory workshops in the AT as a tool to prevent work-related musculoskeletal problems in the radiography profession. This workshop is a valuable opportunity to make real progress in your understanding of how to change patterns of motor and postural behaviour for better support and use of your body. It is suitable for all modalities but some experience of the technique is required – a 10% discount will be given to anyone who has attended one of the SoR’s introductory courses. Places are limited to enable participants to benefit from one-to-one attention so book early to avoid missing out! To view the full programme, visit http://events.sor.org.


WORKSHOP IN THE ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE FOR RADIOGRAPHERS


17 June 2014 SCoR Headquarters, London


This entirely practical workshop is for those with some prior experience of the Alexander Technique who, having acquired some knowledge, would now like to enhance it practically and build on existing experience.


This workshop is a follow-up from the popular introductory workshops in the AT as a tool to prevent work-related musculoskeletal problems in the radiography profession.


Working in a group context, we will be looking at practical procedures that respond to your needs when you are actively engaged in work tasks. This workshop is a valuable opportunity to make real progress in your understanding of how to change patterns of motor and postural behaviour for better support and use of your body.


We will, for example, explore movements of the hip, knee and ankle joints to adjust the use of the lower limbs from one of compressed and tight movements, to one of easy bending.


Procedures exploring the correct rotation and sequence of movements for the elbows, wrists and hands will address excessive tension in the use of the upper limbs and allow more freedom in the shoulders, arms and hands.


By applying what you learn about the Alexander Technique, you will acquire the necessary knowledge for self-management of a balanced and correct use, and the ability to counteract the daily muscular tension build up that over time, if left unchecked, may lead to musculoskeletal problems. Better use of your body will also allow you to manage existing conditions and prevent them from progressing further.


Course Outline • Identify where head pivots at top of the spine to release neck tension


• Develop appreciation of support of gravity whilst moving around, sitting and standing


• Identify your habits of tension when sitting and standing


• Improve body map by identifying location of joints with practical exploration of range of movement


• Refresh importance of the relationship of head/neck/back for good coordination


• Identify reactions to stressors and benefits of pausing before responding


• Consciously move with increased awareness of balance and coordination


BOOK ONLINE at http://events.sor.org This workshop is led by practitioners accredited by the Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique (STAT).


THE CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM IS ON PAGE 36


BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT


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