Diverse Applications, Many Approaches
Editorial, Feldenkrais Research Journal, Volume 7
Keywords:
Feldenkrais, Feldenkrais Method, research, new research, research reviews, systematic review, scoping review, motor learning, motor coordination, translation, experienced pianists, music improvisation, workplace stress, urinary incontinence, learning embodiment, theatre trainingAbstract
One of the biggest challenges of researching the Feldenkrais Method is the diversity of the ways it is applied: in the arts – for the development of insight, skill and expressive capacities; for health in chronic conditions and rehabilitation; and for learning that incorporates bodily experience in and with movement. And more.
The articles in this volume capture some of that breadth and the creative ways that researchers have found to study, document, measure, and report on what they have found. Individual research studies that explore the practice of the Method in situations as diverse as: enhanced movement and awareness for experienced pianists; the development of self-awareness and self-regulation among teenage women during the Covid-19 pandemic; addressing workplace stress for new teachers in a remote posting; and for urinary incontinence – a major but often hidden health and life challenge.
In addition, there is one piece of hypothesis and theory of ideas underlying Feldenkrais Method as a bodily self-learning practice, and a reflection on Feldenkrais Method for learning the practice of acting.
Finally, this volume includes important reviews of research into the Method to date.
