Our bodies are capable of repairing and healing themselves, however, our systems can become overwhelmed and unbalanced through stress, injury, illness and disease, which means that they function less efficiently. This results in symptoms such as pain, restricted movement and postural problems, or a weakened immune system. By adopting a holistic approach, Bowen is used to improve the body’s ability to restore an optimal health balance.

The technique consists of a series of gentle, relaxing and precise moves over specific muscles, tendons, fascia and nerves, which stimulates energy flow, removes blockages and empowers the body’s own healing resources. This relieves all kinds of injury, muscular, skeletal and nerve imbalances.

One of the most profound effects Bowen can have is on the autonomic nervous system, which controls over 80% of the bodily functions – releasing stress at a very deep level.

The Bowen Technique is a couch-based therapy, however, it can also be performed seated. The best results are obtained by performing the moves direct on the skin, although it can also be done through light clothing.

A treatment consists of a series of subtle and light movements at specific locations on the body. This allows your body to relax, which in turn encourages the healing process.

There are pauses throughout the session, which allows the body to absorb the information it has received and to start readjusting and healing itself. Some clients become so relaxed that they fall asleep during their session.

Bowen works on the principle that “less is more” and each treatment will only include as many moves as your body needs to begin the process of repair.

A session will normally take between 45-90 minutes.