Bowen Technique was developed during the 1960’s and 70’s by an Australian named Tom Bowen. He was keen on sports and became interested in sports injuries, and which techniques the coach or physio treated them with, and which ones did or didn’t work. From this he developed a system of gentle movements which is able to treat the large majority of problems.

Although originally designed to realign the body and restore movement, he noticed that these realignments also helped rectify other bodily systems. This was either because the physical realignment had freed up a path (eg a trapped nerve or restricted blood supply) or because the gentle stimulation had helped other body systems to function properly.

A procedure to treat back pain may also reduce swelling of the legs, clear migraines or headaches, and ease or clear knee or hip pain.

A Bowen Technique treatment involves the therapist using fingers and thumbs to make gentle rolling moves at certain points of the body. These trigger the body to release the soft tissues which are holding the injury or pain.

The treatment normally takes place on a therapy table, but I can treat elderly or less able-bodied people while they sit in a chair. It’s usually easier for mum or dad to hold babies, and children can tell me what is comfortable for them.

The patient does not have to undress for treatment, though sometimes they need to remove heavy jeans or tight clothing. Yoga, sports or casual clothing is best, so I can feel what the muscles are doing.

I use Bowen Technique for around 80% of clients so it is a highly useful therapy.

As ever, you, the client, will choose what you feel you need, but I am sure you will miss out if you don’t try Bowen Technique at least once – and once you’ve tried it, you will want it again!

If you would like to discuss the Bowen Technique and discuss your symptoms please contact me 01252 596678