WHAT IS THE BOWEN TECHNIQUE?

  • Bowen Technique is a hands on therapy which takes a holistic approach, looking at the whole person, not just the symptom.
  • The therapist applies a series of precise rolling movements over specific areas of soft tissue, involving muscles, ligaments and fascia.
  • During a Bowen session there are short breaks, allowing the body to respond to the gentle moves that have been performed .
  • The short rest periods allow the body time to make subtle adjustments, release of tension, rebalance and reduce pain.
  • 21st century science is beginning to demonstrate a non intrusive approach with no adjustment or manipulation can aid a balance in the body.
  • A Bowen session will last approximately 45 minutes during which there are short breaks where the client is left resting to allow to assimilate the information.

WHAT ARE THE KEY POINTS OF BOWEN?

  • Can be performed directly on the skin or through light clothing
  • There is no manipulation or adjustment.
  • It is different to massage
  • The experience of Bowen is gentle, subtle & relaxing.
  • Relief is regularly felt immediately
  • Most cases respond within 48 hours
  • Chronic conditions may take longer than the average 4 sessions.
  • Treatment plans are decided on physical assessment
Bowen is a therapy choice of the University of North Durham NHS Pain Management Clinics. 

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WHAT HAS BOWEN BEEN OBSERVED TO HELP?

  • Pain management
  • Sports injuries
  • Acute and chronic back pain
  • General aches and pains
  • Sciatica
  • Frozen shoulder and tennis elbow.
  • Whiplash 
  • Jaw Discomfort
  • Asthma and Hay fever
  • Headaches
  • Digestive
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Heel and foot  pain
  • Relaxation and stress
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THE BOWEN TECHNIQUE HAS BEEN REPORTED TO AFFECT A NUMBER OF INCIDENTAL FACTORS
  • Quality of sleep
  • Mood elevation
  • Ability to concentrate and focus
  • General relaxation
  • Positive outlook on life.
  • Relaxation

​​BOWEN IN SPORTS
​A growing number of athletes a professional sports people are discovering that regular Bowen Technique work enhances performance and reduces the incidence of injury.  When injury does occur especially to soft tissue, Bowen can bring rapid relief and a quick return to their sport.

BOWEN FOR STRESS MANAGEMENT
​Many clients with busy and demanding lifestyles use Bowen as a means of stress management and general health maintenance seeing their Bowen therapist regularly throughout the year.
​"Just ridden for 20 mins then filled hay nets without my SIJ screaming at me!
​You are a wonder, thank you"
AH Ashbourne October 2015
"My range of movement has greatly increased and pain levels dramatically reduced."
SS Ashbourne September 2015
"I can honestly say for the first time in my life my back was pain free. I no longer woke up through pain and it felt strange not having to wait a while before I dared set foot out of bed.  I didn't stop my sports throughout this time and also took up climbing with no issues. My riding has improved as my body is now balanced. After my initial treatments, I felt brilliant. I didn't realise quite how much my pain was affecting me until it wasn't there anymore.  
I now visit Karen for a routine visit when I feel ready. My last visits were 5 months apart which is amazing."
FM - Belper 
Worked its Magic!
"I had never had a Bowen/NST treatment before until I injured myself earlier in the year, I had spasms down my
back and leg and literally could not move, sit, stand or lay with the pain. At first I thought ‘ this won’t work, I can’t
feel anything’ when the treatment started but as the treatment progressed I could feel my muscles starting to
relax and the pain subsiding. After three treatments I was back to normal. Later in the year I injured myself
again, this time falling and twisting and was in excruiating pain. I called on Karen once more and again, the
treatment worked its magic and released all the badly trapped muscles and nerves. I have no hesitation in recommending Karen to my friends and relatives, the treatment is so very effective."
Karen G - Malton 2012
Bowen therapy is not a substitute for medical or veterinary treatment.