Bowen Technique
The Bowen technique is a soft tissue manual therapy, named after its innovator, Thomas Ambrose Bowen of Australia in the late 1950s. The technique is performed by gentle moves over specific points on muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascia, that reset dysfunctional tension patterns in the body, which in turn, facilitate the body in healing itself. Bowenwork balances tension patterns in the body, resulting in a deep sense of overall relaxation. Bowenwork addresses the body as a whole, it affects not only the musculoskeletal framework but also the fascia, nerves and internal organs. It is an extremely gentle therapy, appropriate for any age patient, from pregnant women to newborn babies, the frail and elderly alike.
Bowenwork can assist in recovery from many conditions ranging from traumatic injury to chronic illness:
| Traumatic injuries |
Overuse injuries |
| Stress reactions |
Arthritic pain |
| Back Pain |
Digestive and Bowel problems |
| Migraines/headaches |
Chronic Fatigue syndrome |
| Knee/ankle and foot problems |
Menstrual/hormonal imbalances |
| Neck/shoulder pain |
Respiratory problems |
| Allergies |
Carpel tunnel syndrome |
| Sports injuries |
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A Bowenwork session lasts from 30-45 mins. The Bowen moves are light, gentle and very precise. There are frequent but essential pauses throughout the session that allow the body time to respond. Results can be remarkable even from the first session. Most people find that a small number of sessions are enough even for long-standing complaints. Neurological and some other chronic conditions may require ongoing maintenance sessions.
Bowen Technique is now used extensively In Australia, the USA and many other countries around the world as a gentle, safe and effective complementary therapy.
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