Bowen Therapy for EVERYBODY
is a homeopathic approach to bodywork, performed through a series of gentle rolling moves applied to muscles, tendons and ligaments. It is done through the clothing, using a light touch as you relax in a comfortable setting.
Short sets of moves are applied between frequent pauses of several minutes, during which clients often feel shifts or sensations in areas of the body previously blocked by tension. As the body relaxes, there is a wonderful sense of peaceful well being and the body is once again empowered to achieve its natural healing potential.
All of the body may benefit from this comprehensive approach to well-being, including muscles, organs, and the functioning of the body's vital systems. Some specific benefits of Bowen Therapy may include:
- Improved circulation (blood, lymph, energy)
- Improved nerve function
- Release of tension (physical and emotional)
After receiving Bowen Therapy, many people experience relief from a wide variety of conditions, including allergies and respiratory problems, Bell's palsy, digestive problems, pelvic issues (including leg length), repetitive stress injuries, and TMJ, as well as accelerated healing after surgery or injuries.
Most clients feel an immediate improvement after their initial Bowen session, but a series of sessions is recommended to take the body to an optimal level of healing and reset its patterns.
A Bowen Session
A session lasts about 30~40 minutes. Treatment can be done through clothing or directly on the skin. The practitioner "rolls" over the muscles with her fingers, which causes the muscles to relax. The moves are done in groups. Between sets, the practitioner leaves the room for at least two minutes to allow the body to relax.
During a session the contracted muscles relax so that the surrounding areas are freed from constriction. People may feel relaxed or energized. The moves send out signals which help:
- stimulate energy flow;
- facilitate lymphatic drainage of toxins and waste;
- promote good circulation;
- release tension;
- increase mobility;
- encourage the body to relax, realign and heal itself.