Bowen Technique
The Bowen Technique is a gentle, effective form of bodywork that addresses both the musculo-skeletal and internal organ systems. The technique is deeply relaxing and appears to stimulate healing by acting on the autonomic nervous system, allowing the body to let go of held patterns of pain. A wide range of conditions have shown substantial improvement with the Bowen technique including:
- Back pain
- Migraines
- Sciatica
- Frozen shoulder
- Sprains and strains
- TMJ syndrome
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Tennis elbow
- Chronic pain
- Impaired lymphatic circulation
- Respiratory problems – asthma, bronchitis
- Digestive problems – IBS, constipation, indigestion
What to Expect
Bowen sessions are typically 45 - 60 minutes long and involve assessment and treatment. During the treatment, the patient lies on a massage table while the therapist applies specific sequences of rolling moves over muscles, tendons, nerves and connective tissue. There are important pauses between each series of moves when the therapist leaves the room to allow the body to absorb the treatment it has received. Bowen sessions generally last an hour and are ideally scheduled one week apart.
Most people find Bowen treatments to be very relaxing. Some people fall asleep during the session, while others experience feelings of warmth or tingling. It can take up to 5 days for the effects of a treatment to be fully integrated. Most people will notice significant improvement within 3 to 5 sessions. To read about patient experiences click here (link to “What People Say” page)
