Bowen Tech
The Following text is Presented by the Bowen Therapy Academy of Australia.
What it is and how does it work?
Bowtech,the original Bowen Technique, is a gentle form of body work in which very subtle moves performed over the muscles and connective tissue send messages deep into the body, retrieving cellular memory of a preferred, relaxed, balanced way of wellbeing. Results can be remarkable, even from the first session;often only a few sessions are needed to correct the presenting problem.
There are frequent but very essential pauses throughout the sessions that allows the body time to respond and begin the healing process. The practitioner can target a specific problem or address the body as a whole.
Unlike many other hands-on therapies, the Bowen Technique does not use forceful mainpulation. A unique skill of the Bowen practitioner is 'tissue tension' sense, meaning that the practitioners are able to discern stress build up in muscular and other soft tissue enabling them to perform specific Bowen moves to assist recovery.
The technique addressess not only the musculo-skeletal framework, but also the fascia, nerves and internal organs. The body's integrated response improves circulation and lymphatic drainage and aids in the assimilation of nutritions and elimination of toxins.
Can the Bowen Technique help me?
The original Bowen Technique is extremely gentle and is considered appropriate for anyone from pregnant women to newborn babies, the frail and the elderly. It can assist recovery from many conditions, from traumatic injury to chronic illness, depending upon each individual's capacity to heal. No adverse side effects have been reported.
The technique should be considered for :
- back pain and sciatica
- digestive and bowel problems including IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)
- ear-ache, ear infections and migraines
- fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome
- knee, ankle and foot problems
- menstrual and hormonal irrigularities
- neck/shoulder problems inc. frozen shoulder
- groin pain, pelvic tilt and uneven leg length
- respiratory problems and hay fever
- RSI (repetitive strain injury), carpal tunnel syndrome and tennis elbow
- sports and accident injuries.
Can I use other therapies?
A Bowen session initiates a cascade od beneficial changes that continue for several days. Applying other manipulative therapies during this time can interrupt this process and undermine the overall effectiveness of the Bowen work. It is therefore recommended that the client wait a week before commencing any other manual therapy.
Note: Ludo Vanhees is an Accredited and registered Bowtech practitioner.
What it is and how does it work?
Bowtech,the original Bowen Technique, is a gentle form of body work in which very subtle moves performed over the muscles and connective tissue send messages deep into the body, retrieving cellular memory of a preferred, relaxed, balanced way of wellbeing. Results can be remarkable, even from the first session;often only a few sessions are needed to correct the presenting problem.
There are frequent but very essential pauses throughout the sessions that allows the body time to respond and begin the healing process. The practitioner can target a specific problem or address the body as a whole.
Unlike many other hands-on therapies, the Bowen Technique does not use forceful mainpulation. A unique skill of the Bowen practitioner is 'tissue tension' sense, meaning that the practitioners are able to discern stress build up in muscular and other soft tissue enabling them to perform specific Bowen moves to assist recovery.
The technique addressess not only the musculo-skeletal framework, but also the fascia, nerves and internal organs. The body's integrated response improves circulation and lymphatic drainage and aids in the assimilation of nutritions and elimination of toxins.
Can the Bowen Technique help me?
The original Bowen Technique is extremely gentle and is considered appropriate for anyone from pregnant women to newborn babies, the frail and the elderly. It can assist recovery from many conditions, from traumatic injury to chronic illness, depending upon each individual's capacity to heal. No adverse side effects have been reported.
The technique should be considered for :
- back pain and sciatica
- digestive and bowel problems including IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)
- ear-ache, ear infections and migraines
- fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome
- knee, ankle and foot problems
- menstrual and hormonal irrigularities
- neck/shoulder problems inc. frozen shoulder
- groin pain, pelvic tilt and uneven leg length
- respiratory problems and hay fever
- RSI (repetitive strain injury), carpal tunnel syndrome and tennis elbow
- sports and accident injuries.
Can I use other therapies?
A Bowen session initiates a cascade od beneficial changes that continue for several days. Applying other manipulative therapies during this time can interrupt this process and undermine the overall effectiveness of the Bowen work. It is therefore recommended that the client wait a week before commencing any other manual therapy.
Note: Ludo Vanhees is an Accredited and registered Bowtech practitioner.
