While individual muscle function is known, the sensory and motor value of muscles within the wholebody sensorimotor network is complicated. Specifically, the relationship between neck muscle action and distal muscle synergies is unknown. This work demonstrates a causal relationship between regulation of the neck muscles and global motor control.…[Read more]

Previous studies have suggested that availability of high quality habitat rather than habitat connectivity or species mobility was the limiting factor in the distribution of grassland butterflies, but were mostly undertaken on specialist species in rural areas. Consequently, this project tests the hypothesis that the quality of available habitat…[Read more]

This presentation considers the scientific basis of the Alexander Technique, and presents results of experimental research into Alexander teaching methodology.

The Alexander Technique, is an educational process with a scientific basis. The efficacy of the Technique is explained by a general mechanism which underlies many problems. Injury…[Read more]

Musicians are subject to a wide range of medical and performance problems related to the physical and psychological demands of their profession. Such problems are usually diagnosed and treated in relation to a specific cause, for example direct treatment to reduce inflammation. While holistic factors are increasingly acknowledged, currently…[Read more]