Prevention and recovery
Doctors and health care professionals have recommended the Alexander Technique to help address conditions such as

• back and neck pain
• repetitive strain injuries (RSI), including carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis
• headaches
• breathing and vocal problems
• traumatic injury
• postural problems
• scoliosis, kyphosis and lordosis
• arthritis and bursitis
• fibromyalgia
• chronic pain
• fatigue, stress and anxiety

The Alexander Technique can help shed light on factors which cause and/or exacerbate such conditions. Teacher and student work together to eliminate unnecessary tension and harmful habits, thereby enhancing the student's psycho-physical coordination and overall functioning.

Wellness
The Alexander Technique is known for enhancing overall well-being by connecting mind and body. People who practice the technique report an increased sense of energy and vitality, heightened awareness, and improvement in their ability to concentrate.

Skill enhancement
The Alexander Technique can be of great benefit to people whose pursuits require them to execute complex or repetitive tasks. It has been highly regarded by performing artists since its beginnings: actors, musicians and dancers have long relied on the Technique to help optimize their performance and to enable them to manage the demands of their profession without compromising their health and well-being.

Notable pupils
Famous students and advocates of the Alexander Technique include philosopher and educator John Dewey, scientist and Nobel Prize winner Nikolaas Tinbergen, musician and conductor Sir Colin Davis, writers Aldous Huxley, George Bernard Shaw and Robertson Davies, and actors Paul Newman, William Hurt and Christopher Reeve.