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Abenhaim, L., Rossignol, M., Vaalat, J., Nordin, M., Avouac, B., Blotman, F., et al.(2000). The role of activity in the therapeutic management of back pain: Report of the Paris International Task Force on Back Pain. Spine, 25(4S Suppl.), 1S-33S.

Ann, J. (2006). Individuals with dementia learn new habits and are empowered through the Feldenkrais method. Alzheimer's Care Quarterly, 7(4), 278-86.

Batson,G. (1990). Dancing fully, safely, and expressively – the role of the body therapies in dance training. Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 61(9). 28-31.

Batson, G. (1993). The role of somatic education in dance medicine and rehabilitation. North Carolina Medical Journal, 54, 74-78.

Bearman, D. & Shafarman, S. (1999). Feldenkrais method in the treatment of chronic pain: A study of efficacy and cost effectiveness. American Journal of Pain Management, 9(1),22-27.

Bost, H., Burges, S., Russell, R., Ruttinger, H., & Schlafke, U. (1994). Feldstudie zur wiiksamkeit der Feldenkrais-Methode bei MS-betroffenen. Deutsche Multiple Sklerose Gesellschaft. Saarbrucken, Germany.

Brown, E., & Kegerreis, S. (1991). Electromyographic activity of trunk musculature during a Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement lesson. Isokinetics and Exercise Science 1, 216-221.

Buchanan, P.A., & Ulrich, B.D. (2001). The Feldenkrais Method®: A dynamic approach to changing motor behavior. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 72(4), 315-323. abstract

Buchanan, P.A., & Vardaxis, V.G.(2000), Effects of Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement on balance during standing. Journal of Athletic Training, 35, S-81.

Chinn, J., Trujillo, D., Kegerreis, S., & Worrell, T. (1994). Effect of a Feldenkrais intervention on symptomatic subjects performing a functional reach. Isokinetics and Exercise Science, 4(4), 131-136.

Cottingham, J. T., & Maitland, J. (1997). A three paradigm treatment model using soft tissue mobilization and guided movement awareness techniques for a patient with chronic low back pain: A case study. The Journal of Orthopedic Sports and Physical Therapy 26, 155-167.

De Rosa, C. & Porterfield, J. (1992). A physical therapy model for the treatment of low back pain. Physical Therapy, 72(4), 261-272.

Dunn, P.A., & Rogers, D.K. (2000). Feldenkrais sensory imagery and forward reach. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 91, 755-757. abstract

Euler, B. (2002). Integration of experience and behavior in physical therapy. Krankengymnastik, 54(1), 28-34, 2002. (In German)

Fortin, S., Long, W., & Lord, M. (2002). Three voices researching how somatic education informs contemporary dance technique classes. Research in Dance Education,3(2), 153-177. abstract

Gilman, M., & Yaruss, J.S. (2000). Stuttering and relaxation: Applications for somatic education in stuttering treatment. Journal of Fluency Disorders, 25(1), 59-76.

Ginsburg, C. (1999). Body-image, movement and consciousness: Examples from a somatic practice in the Feldenkrais method. Journal of Consciousness Studies, 6(2-3), 79-91. abstract

Gutman, G., Brown, S., & Herbert, C. (1977). Feldenkrais vs. conventional exercise for the elderly. Journal of Gerontology 32, 562-572. abstract

Hopper, C., Kolt, G.S., McConville, J.C. (1999). The effects of Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement on hamstring length, flexibility and perceived exertion. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 3(4), 238-247. online PDF

Ives J.C.. & Sosnoff, J. (2000). Beyond the mind-body excercise hype. The Physician and Sportsmedicine, 28, 3. online PDF

Ives J.C., Shelley, G.A. (1998). The Feldenkrais Method in rehabilitation: A review. A Journal of Prevention, Assessment and Rehabilitation, 11, 75-90.

James, M.L, Kolt, G.S., Hopper, C., McConville, J. C., & Bate, P. (1998). The effects of a Feldenkrais program and relaxation procedures on hamstring length. Australian Journal of Physiotherapy, 44, 49-54.

Johnson S.K., Frederick, J., Kaufman, M., & Mountjoy, B. (1999). A controlled investigation of bodywork in multiple sclerosis. The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 5(3), 237-43. abstract

Junker, J. Oberwittler C., Jackson, D.,  Berger, K. (2004). Utilization and perceived effectiveness of complementary and alternative medicine in patients with dystonia. Movement Disorders, 19, 156-161. abstract

Kerr, G.A., Kotynia, P., Kolt, G.S. (2002). Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement and state anxiety. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 6(2), 1-6.

Kolt, G.S., & McConville, J.C. (2000). The effects of a Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement program on state anxiety. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 4(3), 216-220.

Lake, B. (1985). Acute back pain: Treatment by the application of Feldenkrais principles. Aust Fam Phys 14, 1175-1178.

Laumer, U., Bauer, M., Fichter, M., & Milz, H. (1997). Therapeutic effects of Feldenkrais Method Awareness Through Movement in patients with eating disorders. Psychotherapy Psychosomatic Medical Psychology, 47(5), 170-180.

Lowe, B., Breining, K., Wilke, S., Wellmann, R., Zipfel, S., & Eich, W. (2002). Quantitative and qualitative effects of Feldenkrais, progressive muscle relaxation, and standard medical treatment in patients after acute myocardial infarction. Psychotherapy Research, 12(2), 179-191. online PDF  |  abstract

Lundblad, I., Elert, J., & Gerdle, B. (1999). Randomized controlled trial of physiotherapy and Feldenkrais interventions in female workers with neck-shoulder complaints. Journal of Occupational Rehabilitation, 9(3), 179-94. abstract

Lusky, B.W., & Devlin K. (2001). Alternative therapies in the treatment of upper extremity dysfunction. Orthopedic Physical Therapy Clinics of North America, 10(4), 667-79. abstract

Martin, R. (1994). The difficult groin: A Feldenkrais approach. Australian Physiotherapy Association. Sport Physiotherapy Group 3(September), 20-22.

Malmgren-Olsson, E., Armelius, B., & Armelius, K. (2001). A comparative outcome study of body awareness therapy, Feldenkrais, and conventional physiotherapy for patients with non-specific musculoskeletal disorders: Changes in psychological symptoms, pain and self-image. Physiotherapy-Theory- and-Practice, 17(2), 77-95. abstract

Narula, M., Jackson, O., Kulig, K. (1992). The effects of six week Feldenkrais Method on selected functional parameters in a subject with rheumatoid arthritis. Physical Therapy, 72, (suppl.) S86.

Nelson, S.H., (1989). Playing with entire self: The Feldenkrais Method and musicians. Seminar of Neurology 9, 97-104.

Polsgrove, M. J. (2002). Changes in height and postural stability using the Feldenkrais Method. Microform Publications Bulletin: Health, Physical Education and Recreation. Exercise and Sport Sciences, 15(2), 88

Ruth, S., & Kegerreis, S. (1992). Facilitating cervical flexion using the Feldenkrais Method: Awareness Through Movement. Journal of Sports and Physical Therapy, 16(1), 25-29. abstract

Seegert, E.M, & Shapiro, R. (1999). Effects of alternative exercise on posture. Clinical Kinesiology, 53(2), 41-47. abstract

Smith, A.L., Kolt, G.S., McConville, J.C. (2001). The effect of the Feldenkrais Method on pain and anxiety in people experiencing chronic low back pain. New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy, 29(1), 6-14. abstract

Stephens, J.(2000). Feldenkrais Method: Background, research and orthopedic case studies. Orthopedic Physical Therapy Clinics of North America: Complementary Medicine, 9(3), 375-394.

Stephens, J., DuShuttle, D., Hatcher, C., Shmunes, J., & Slaninka, C. (2001). Use of Awareness Through Movement improves balance and balance confidence in people with multiple sclerosis: A randomized controlled study. Neurology Report, 25(2), 39-49. online PDF

Stephens, J.L., Call, S., Evan, K., Glass, M., Gould, C., & Lowe, J. (1999). Responses to ten Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement Lessons by four women with multiple sclerosis: Improved quality of life. Physical Therapy Case Reports, 2(2), 58-69. abstract

Strauch, R. (1984). Training the whole person. Training and Development Journal 38(11), 82-86. online PDF  |  abstract

Wanning, T. (1993). Healing and the mind/body arts: massage, acupuncture, yoga, t'ai chi, and Feldenkrais. AAOHN journal: Official Journal Of The American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, 41(7), 349-51.

Wildman, F. (1990). Learning: The missing link in physical therapy. A radical view of the Feldenkrais Method. New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy 18(2), 6-7. http://www.physiotherapy.org.nz/

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Wildman, F. (1995). Using available energy. Movement for the elderly. Advanced Physical Therapists 6(9), 7-20.

Wright, J. (2000). Bodies, meaning and movement: A comparison of the language of a physical education lesson and a Feldenkrais Movement class. Sport, Education & Society, 5(1), 35- 50. abstract
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