Gerda Alexander
Gerda Alexander
Gerda Alexander (pronounced: Gair-dah Alex-ander) is a renowned figure in the field of physiotherapy and dance. She is best known for her development of the Eutonie, a method of body awareness and functional movement.
Etymology
The name Gerda is of Scandinavian origin and means "protected". Alexander is a common surname of Greek origin, meaning "defender of men".
Biography
Gerda Alexander was born in 1908 in Czernowitz, Austria-Hungary. She suffered from various health problems in her early life, which led her to explore different methods of healing. This exploration led her to develop Eutony, a method of body awareness and functional movement that has been used in various fields such as physiotherapy, psychology, and dance.
Eutony
Eutony, derived from the Greek words "eu" (good) and "tonos" (tension), is a method developed by Gerda Alexander that focuses on the harmonious interaction of body and mind. It is used in various fields such as physiotherapy, psychology, and dance to help individuals improve their body awareness and functional movement.
Related Terms
- Physiotherapy: A branch of rehabilitative health that uses specially designed exercises and equipment to help patients regain or improve their physical abilities.
- Psychology: The scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior in a given context.
- Dance: A series of movements that match the speed and rhythm of a piece of music.
- Eutony: A method of body awareness and functional movement developed by Gerda Alexander.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gerda Alexander
- Wikipedia's article - Gerda Alexander
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