{"id":4827,"date":"2015-02-05T07:29:08","date_gmt":"2015-02-05T05:29:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/spa-about.gr\/?p=4827"},"modified":"2024-04-24T23:07:50","modified_gmt":"2024-04-24T20:07:50","slug":"i-methodos-feltenkrise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/spa-about.gr\/en\/physikotherapeia\/i-methodos-feltenkrise\/","title":{"rendered":"Feldenkrais Method: How It Affects Human Movement and Well-Being"},"content":{"rendered":"

Introduction<\/h2>\n

The Feldenkrais Method, an innovative approach that combines science and self-awareness, offers significant benefits for people's mobility and quality of life. It is named after Moshe Feldenkrais, a pioneer in the science of movement who combined Eastern martial arts with Western theories of the connection of body and mind. This method is applicable to people who are looking for relief from chronic pain, want to improve their posture, or face stress and other physical or psychological difficulties.<\/p>\n

The Origin and Philosophy of the Feldenkrais Method<\/h2>\n

Moshe Feldenkrais, born in Russia in 1904 and later immigrated to Israel, was a trained engineer and physicist. Through his personal experience with a serious knee injury and the threat of disability, he sought ways to improve body function through brain retraining and self-esteem.<\/p>\n

The method he developed is based on the idea that body and spirit are inextricably linked and that through self-awareness and learning we can regain or improve our physical condition. He was influenced by various philosophies and sciences, incorporating insights from Zen Buddhism, ancient Greek philosophy, and modern neuroscience.<\/p>\n

Techniques and Practices of the Method<\/p>\n

The Feldenkrais Method offers two main techniques:<\/h2>\n
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  1. Awareness Through Movement (ATM)<\/strong>: In group classes, participants are verbally guided to explore series of movements, usually in a lying or sitting position. These movements are designed to help people discover more efficient ways to move and increase their awareness of how their bodies work.<\/li>\n
  2. Functional Integration (FI)<\/strong>: Individual lessons where the teacher uses gentle touch to guide movements, focusing on the individual needs of the student. The sessions help people become more flexible, reduce pain and improve their overall functionality.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Benefits of the Feldenkrais Method<\/h2>\n

    People who follow the Feldenkrais Method report improvements on many levels, including:<\/p>\n