Bowen Therapy

The Bowen Therapist, uses their fingers and thumbs to make a series of precise, rolling type moves over the muscles. Through-out the treatment there are short breaks, which allows the patient to rest and their body to respond to the gentle moves that have been made. This resting period is an important part of the treatment, allowing time for the body/mind to begin to make subtle changes that help to re-balance, reduce tension and relieve pain.

What is the Bowen Technique used for?

The Bowen Technique has been used for various conditions, including :- back and neck pain, sciatica, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, sport injuries - chronic and acute, leg length differences/tilted pelvis, joint pain, muscle spasm, hamstring pain, pain management, acute and chronic fatigue, asthma, hay fever, bronchial complaints, irritable bowel, digestive problems, whiplash, infant colic, P.M.T. to name but a few .

What does a Treatment involve?

An appointment will take approximately one hour, most of the work can be performed through light clothing, or directly on the skin. Four to five treatments at weekly intervals are often sufficient to achieve lasting relief. It is recommended that other treatment are not mixed with Bowen.

The Bowen Technique aims to treat the whole person and not just the symptoms. Some people use the Bowen Technique as a means of stress management and health maintenance, seeing their therapist 2 - 6 times a year.

Where did it originate?

The Bowen Technique was Developed by Tom Bowen of Geelong Australia. The Practice of Bowen is now known throughout the world.