What is Bowen?
The Bowen Technique (Bowen Therapy) is a very gentle treatment, suitable for everyone, it enables the body to recognise where change is needed and assists the natural healing process, bringing the body back to a state of homeostasis.
In Bowen therapy, we work on both the muscles and fascia. Fascia is important, highly mobile connective tissue which runs throughout the entire body. It is through the fascia that we address levels of tension and discomfort, creating space for muscles to heal. We purposely move the fascia in a particular way to stimulate or relax fibres to achieve improved posture, flexibility, mobility and help to reduce your pain.
This simple yet highly specific technique was developed in the 1950s by Tom Bowen and has been widely practised since. It is non-invasive and cost-effective, with the client typically needing no more than 3 treatments.
Can the Bowen technique help me?
The Bowen Technique is a recognised hands-on complementary therapy, which many turn to for significant relief from troubling aches and pains and (often) to address long-standing issues.
The Bowen Technique has an excellent track record of helping people with a wide variety of symptoms. It is extremely effective in the treatment of musculoskeletal problems such as back pain, sciatica, headaches, RSI, Carpel tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, knee, feet & ankle Issues, neck & shoulder restrictions, including frozen shoulder, sports Injuries & performance. Bowen also has a demonstrable effect on many chronic medical problems: cerebral palsy, Parkinson’s & stroke, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, digestion, respiratory problems, hayfever and allergies, migraine & sinus, tinnitus, menstrual and hormonal irregularities, stress, anxiety, depression & low energy.
“Physical rehabilitation with outstanding results”
What to expect in a Bowen Session?
A Bowen is a very relaxing treatment that typically lasts for 50 mins -1 hour.
Gentle manipulation (Bowen moves) is applied over specific muscles, tendons, ligaments and connective tissue to address the body as a whole.
Bowen moves are carried out directly on the skin or through light clothing, according to your preference; you will be covered appropriately with a blanket.
You can expect to leave feeling balanced, more focused and energised.
How much does a Bowen treatment cost?
A minimum of 3 treatments are recommended.
Treatments are £35 per session. Your first consultation session is likely to last 60 mins covering medical history and postural assessment.
Ongoing treatments are 50 minutes.
Initial consultations are £35
Follow-up and maintenance appointments are also £35
Children 6 – 16 yrs Follow-ups £20 (up to 30 mins) Children 0 – 5 yrs Follow-ups £10 (up to 20 mins)
“Bowen therapy not only helps the physical body but also improves mental emotional blockages”
Babies and Children
If your baby is a restless sleeper, teething, or suffering from colic, the Bowen technique could help you and your child.
The exceptional gentleness of the Bowen movements, combined with their effectiveness, makes the therapy a powerful tool for treatment and relief of discomfort in babies.
Newborn babies often have delayed intestinal peristalsis due to an immature digestive system. This can lead to constipation, reflux, difficulty in digestion or restless sleep.
Bowen treatment for babies is very effective in releasing tension in the diaphragm, possibly a contributing factor to colic, as it is often one of the tensest areas of a baby suffering from colic.
Baby Bowen is a series of soft, gentle yet very effective moves applied to your baby’s back and front. Babies and children often don’t need much work at all as their body’s response rate appears to be much faster.
For more information or to book a Bowen treatment, please get in touch…
