I can do no more than characterise, and recommend, the…
“I can do no more than characterise, and recommend, the Alexander treatment as an extremely sophisticated form of rehabilition, or rather of re-deployment, of the entire muscular equipment, and through that of many other organs. Compared with this, many types of physiotherapy which are now in general use look surprisingly crude and restricted in their effect - and sometimes even harmful to the rest of the body.”
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Advanced muscular rehabilitation can be more effective than conventional physiotherapy, which may be limited or harmful.
In simple terms: Modern rehab techniques surpass old physiotherapy.
Adopt newer, evidence‑based treatments.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- sports injury recovery
- chronic pain management
- post‑surgery rehab
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you aware of the latest rehab options?
- What barriers exist to adopting them?
New methods may be costly or inaccessible.