title: From the top.
abstract: The Alexander technique can help nurses deal with their stressful jobs, as one group recently discovered in a session aimed at their specific needs. While work pressure helps people maintain motivation, excessive amounts can be stressful and damaging. The Alexander technique involves learning about stress-induced bad habits, such as tightening the neck muscles. It also involves mental techniques and discipline. Easing the weight-bearing points on the feet can be restorative after a busy day.
authors.forename: Caroline
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Swinburne
mesh_terms: D001416:Back Pain / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D007318:Inservice Training; D008405:Massage; D009726:Nurses / Q000523:psychology; D011187:Posture / Q000502:physiology*; D011597:Psychomotor Performance / Q000502:physiology*; D012064:Relaxation Therapy / Q000193:education*; D012119:Respiration; D013312:Stress, Physiological / Q000628:therapy*