Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais (1904-1984)

Dr. Feldenkrais developed the Feldenkrais Method® from his genius when he was faced with a knee injury that threatened his ability to function. When his surgeon told him that he would have a 50% chance of walking again if he had knee surgery Dr. Feldenkrais decided against having one. He then applied his extensive knowledge from the sciences and martial arts and taught himself how to walk and function pain-free and without causing further damage to his knee.

Dr. Feldenkrais held degrees in mechanical and electrical engineering as well as a Doctorate of Science in Physics. In addition, he was one of the first Europeans to earn a Judo Black Belt under Professor Kano, the creator of Judo.