The author was both a teacher of the Alexander Technique and a physical therapist, and she specialized in using the Technique to help people with back problems. The Technique is introduced, and such conditions as spinal disc problems, arthritis, muscle pain, scoliosis, pinched nerves and sciatica are discussed. Many photographs and drawings illustrate the preventative positions and gentle exercises which are recommended for people with pain or discomfort in any part of their spine. [201 pages, pb, illustrated 234 x 155mm, index, 1987.