Feldenkrais therapy

[Kiki-frog]

Has anyone had any experience of Feldkenrais Method therapy? I had a 20-minute session at a open day at the weekend, and found that my lower back problems eased considerably for a few hours.

As far as I can tell it's a mix of physical manipulation and some kind of spiritual stuff, a bit like reiki, and is used a lot for spine problems. But I'd like to know if anyone has found any long-term benefit from it. I'm wondering if it would be worth investing in a course - but not if it's just a load of tosh!

[gness]

Kiki. Before I bang on about the benefits of acupuncture, have you tried it for back problems?
Never heard of Feldkenrais but not too keen on Reiki though I know people who swear by it.

[Kiki-frog]

gness, thanks for the reply. I know what you mean about reiki. I'm not keen on New Age fluffiness for physical problems, but this did seem to have some effect at the time.

No, I haven't tried acupuncture, but it was something the consultant suggested and said she was sorry her NHS Trust couldn't offer it. I haven't been able to find a practitioner that does evenings or weekends, and I'm taking so much time off work for pain management that I don't want to push my luck with my boss. But I will bear it in mind, so thanks for mentioning it. x