By Caroline Wilbert — 2008
The Alexander technique, a little-known type of physical therapy designed to reduce chronic pain, is more effective at reducing back pain than exercise alone or massage therapy, according to a new study.
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Sarno’s basic message is that in the overwhelming majority of cases, back pain is a symptom created by the unconscious mind as a distraction to aid in the repression of strong unconscious emotional issues.
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