Bowen technique
Bowen Technique is a gentle and non-invasive holistic treatment that aims to
restore balance to the body by using small, gentle moves to specific areas of
the body. Because the therapy is so gentle, it is considered to be suitable for
all ages. The precise, light movements are applied either directly on the skin
or through light clothing to the muscles, tendons or ligaments. A delicate, cross-fibre
movement is used to release tension and energetic blocks held in the muscles,
allowing the body to rebalance itself naturally and therefore maximise the potential
for healing.
The technique was developed in Australia by Thomas A Bowen (1916-1982). Although
he did not explain or document his theory of how the Bowen Technique worked, he
did allow six apprentices to study his methods with him during his lifetime. Bowen
continually developed his methods of treatment and as the apprentices studied
with him at different times of the evolution of his therapy, this resulted in
slightly different emphasis on the various methods by the students. Oswald Rentsch
studied with Bowen for two and a half years and was commissioned by Bowen to teach
the method to others. The Bowen Technique is now being taught and practised in
Australia, North America, New Zealand, Europe and the United Kingdom.
The Treatment
A Bowen treatment usually takes place with the client lying on a couch or sitting
in a chair. A practitioner uses his fingers and thumbs to 'roll' the muscles and
connective tissue using gentle pressure at specific points. Many of the points
used correspond to the trigger points used in massage or the acupressure points.
The movements assist blood circulation and lymphatic drainage, helping to clear
toxins from the body. A session usually lasts from half an hour to an hour with
frequent pauses between movements to allow the body time to assimilate changes.
The client is left to rest at the end of the treatment for the same reason.
Symptoms that may respond well to the Bowen Technique include back pain, sciatica,
neck and shoulder problems, sports injuries, migraines and headaches, menstrual
problems, chronic fatigue and stress related problems.
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