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ABOUT BOWEN THERAPY

Bowen, named after legendary Australian manual therapist, Thomas Bowen (1916-1982) is a holistic myofascial therapy applied to assist resolving a broad range of physical conditions. Bowen can be used to treat musculoskeletal or related neurological problems.

 By gently impacting the body's connective tissue network and fascia in a very specific way, Bowen is often able to assist correction of structural and visceral imbalances that can manifest in a wide variety of symptoms. This is achieved via gentle singular cross-fibre movements applied by the therapist over specific muslces, tendons and ligaments.

With its gentle minimalist approach to resolving traumatic conditions, it can be used in situations where other therapies may be too invasive.

The philosophy behind Bowen's modality is based on the osteopathic principle that the structure of the body governs its function and correcting the structure to improve well-being is the main aim.

BOWEN MAY ASSIST RESOLVING A BROAD RANGE OF MUSCULOSKELETAL AND VISCERAL COMPLICATIONS:

• BACK PAIN, SCIATICA AND BURSITIS

• HEADACHES, MIGRAINES, TMJ

• NECK AND THORASIC PAIN

• PELVIC, LEG, KNEE, ANKLE AND FOOT PROBLEMS

• SPORTS AND ACCIDENT INJURIES

• FROZEN SHOULDER, RSI, TENNIS ELBOW

• CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME

• JOINT MOBILITY PROBLEMS AND MUSCLE STIFFNESS 

• FIBROMYALGIA, CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME

• RESPIRATORY AND HAYFEVER PROBLEMS

• MENSTRUAL AND HORMONAL IRREGULARITIES

• LYMPH & CIRCULTORY PROBLEMS

• BABIES WITH REFLUX, DIFFICULTY WITH CRAWLING OR WALKING

• BABIES EXPERIENCING: COLIC, FEEDING DIFFICULTIES AND UNSETTLEDNESS 

• DIGESTIVE AND BOWEL PROBLEMS

YOUR BOWEN THERAPY TREATMENT

It includes application of gentle 'rolling' moves on very specific points on muscles, tendons and ligaments, releasing the connective tissue surrounding them. These moves are applied in special sequences.

Your therapist will apply a sequence of moves that allow a waiting period of 2 minutes before further application.  This can be an important part of the treatment, when your body is given time to respond to the work that has been done. It is also a time to relax - you may wish to 'tune in' to how your body may be responding to the work.

AFTER CARE ADVICE

By undertaking some simple strategies after a Bowen treatment, the many positive effects of the therapy can be enhanced. To aid relaxation of your body after treatment, please do not sit for longer than 30 minutes at a time for the remainder of the day and night. Getting mobile regularly can aid the healing process and lying down is acceptable.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Drink plenty of water - sip, do not 'gulp'

• Avoid strenuous activity for 48 hours

• No other manual therapies for five days after treatment, including self massage

• Avoid applying heat (e.g. hot showers, hot water bottles etc...) or cold (ice) to affected areas

• Walk daily for at least 15 minutes on flat ground

• Take your weight evenly on both feet

• Avoid crossing legs

CANINE BOWEN THERAPY

It is a unique manual therapy for large and small dogs and involves a series of specific moves over muscles, tendons and the soft tissue fibres of the dogs body. It's very specific and has a positive impact on the body's connective tissue network known as, the fascia, and can assist repair and recovery and maintain general health. It is suitable for dogs of any age.

BOWEN THERAPY FOR DOGS IS EFFECTIVE FOR:

• MUSCLE STIFFNESS AND INJURY

• IMPROVING JOINT MOBILITY

• COMPLEMENTING VETERINARY CARE FOR CHRONIC CONDITIONS, E.G. ARTHRITIS

• ASSISTING IN REHABILITATION AND RECOVERY FROM INJURY OR SURGERY

• HELPING TO RESOLVE BEHAVIOURAL OR STRESS ISSUES

• MAINTAINING A HEALTHY BODY

AFER- CARE ADVICE INCLUDES:

• Ensuring plenty of drinking water is available

• Low level controlled exercise and minimal 48 hours

• No other manual therapies for five days after treatment