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'Poor posture causing kids back problems' The Daily Mail, 9 May 2014

A study reveals children as young as seven are starting to develop back problems. Experts blame it on bad classroom seating and increasing hours in front of the TV and video games.

'Texting for long periods could lower life expectancy' The Telegraph, 25 Mar 2014

The United Chiropractic Association warns that bad posture due to mobile phone use could shorten your life.

'The Power of Posture' The Economist, 13 Jan 2011

Does how we stand affect how we're perceived? A look at the psychological influence of posture.

Societies & Schools

The Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique (STAT) www.stat.org.uk
American Society for the Alexander Technique www.amsatonline.org
The Constructive Teaching Centre London www.constructiveteachingcentre.com

'Alexander Technique - most effective at reducing back pain' The Telegraph, 20 Aug 2008

A study comparing various therapies. The technique gives the most benefit over the longterm whereas the benefits of massage were not found to be long lasting.

'An old cure for a modern malaise: Alexander Technique can beat chronic back pain' Daily Mail, 20 Aug 2008

Back pain costs the UK economy 5billion in lost work days. A study of 600 back pain sufferers shows improvement found with the technique.