Alexander Technique

This web page gives information about the Alexander Technique, including how to find a teacher in your area.

 

Andover Educators

The web site for Body Mapping. Here you can learn more about this technique and find a teacher.

 

Brass Musician Online Magazine

This is an online magazine written by brass players for brass players. The publisher is Jon Gorrie, a trumpeter who recovered from dystonia. The above link takes you to the part of the site devoted to dystonia with lots of videos and Jon's narrative.

 

Dr. Nancy Byl

Dr. Byl is a physical therapist who has devoted much of her research and practice to the treatment of dystonia in musicians. She has several Articles about current dystonia research which might be helpful.

 

Dr. Joe Dispenza

Dr. Dispenza is an expert on how the brain works. There are many useful items and articles on his web page.

 

Dystonia Medical Research Foundation

This site gives the medical definitions and explanations for dystonia.

 

Joaquìn Fabra

Mr. Fabra is an expert on the treatment of dystonia in musicians. His site is informative and helpful. In addition, search YouTube to find some very helpful VIDEOS about Mr. Fabra's work.

 

Feldenkrais

This page gives descriptions and tutorials about Feldenkrais, including how to find a teacher in your area.

 

Dr. Steven Frucht

Dr. Frucht is one of the leading neurologists in the diagnosis of dystonia in musicians.

 

Jan Kagarice

Here is a link to Jan's bio at the University of North Texas. She is a brilliant teacher with expertise in helping musicians with dystonia.

 

Musicians with Dystonia Bulletin Board

This is a chat room for musicians with dystonia. It's an excellent place to commiserate and receive support from others who understand what musicians with dystonia go through.

 

What the Bleep Do We Know

A fascinating and inspiring movie about how we can shape our own futures through quantum physics (not as technical as it sounds!).