People face many problems related to musculoskeletal system, which usually occurs due to the improper body posture. Body position and the way we sit, stand, walk and sleep affect our body and its function. Norris technique deals with these postures and helps a person to regain original structure and the function of the body of a person. This therapy focuses on the different things like position of feet, knees, shoulder and head.Patricia Norris is the founder of this therapy, who was a dancer and realized the importance of body posture and gesture when she was working with physically disabled children. During her work, she used to train those children so that they can regain their movements. She also used some other methods like Yoga, Pilates and Alexander technique in order to help her patients to restore their health and wellbeing.
She believes that bad postures and movements are the main cause of musculoskeletal problems. This can further lead to discomfort, body aches and deformity. This therapy helps to maintain the balance between the movements and postures, which can help the body to regain the entire function and structure of the musculoskeletal system.Only a trained practitioner can perform this technique in a simplest way.
This can be performed in a small group or individually. During the procedure, the therapist do not make the use of any equipment as he only focus on accurate posture and gesture of his clients while sitting, standing, sleeping and during various movements.The program design and duration depends on the type of the ailment and the physical condition of the person. This is best decided by the therapist and may vary person to person and his requirements. The survival kit involves the basic techniques of body movements. Therapist asks his clients to practice this basic format for 3 minutes and three times in a day. However, the therapist according to the needs and the condition of the patient decides the exact schedule and treatment.
Benefits
Norris technique helps body to regain its fitness through correct sitting, standing, walking and sleeping positions. It helps to reduce the pain and discomfort that occurs due to incorrect posture and body movements. With the help of this therapy, a person can learn the correct ways of movements and can protect himself from ligament and muscle injuries. Apart from this, it improves the circulation, digestion and immunity.
