People study the Technique for a variety of reasons. The most common is to relieve pain through learning better coordination of the musculoskeletal system.
A partial list of symptoms that may be resolved through the Technique includes:
- Chronic back & neck pain
- Migraine headaches
- High blood pressure
- Sleep disorders
- Anxiety attacks
- Fibromyalgia
- Hyperactivity
Another common reason people take lessons in the Alexander Technique is to enhance performance. Athletes, singers, dancers, and musicians use the Technique to improve breathing, vocal production, and speed and accuracy of movement.
The most far-reaching reason people study the Technique is to achieve greater conscious control of their reactions.