What functional activities do clients want to improve with the Feldenkrais Method? Results of an Australian survey.

 What functional activities do clients want to improve with the Feldenkrais Method? Results of an Australian survey.

By: Pile, C / Connors, K / Nichols, M

Abstract or Summary:
Investigation of the types of functional activities improved by the Feldenkrais Method will increase understanding of the type of problems it can assist, and provide useful information for potential clients and referrers. Using the Patient-Specific Functional Scale, this study identified 94 daily activities that 33 clients hoped to improve as a result of their involvement in Feldenkrais sessions. Results showed that the majority of activities fell into the moderate to strenuous activities category (37.2%), closely followed by standing and walking activities (34.0%). Sitting activities (18.0%) tended to be work-related compared to the two larger categories, which were mainly leisure or home based. The activities ranged from basic postural tasks such as sitting or lying comfortably, to vigorous activities such as dancing. This information assists in describing the types of daily difficulties where the Feldenkrais Method can offer positive assistance.

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