Pain Management & Deep Relaxation through Muscle & Connective Tissue Therapy 

Simply stated, Bowen allows the body to reset and heal itself. It is generally agreed that Bowen works primarily through the nervous system on both structural and energetic levels. Healing most likely occurs through the response of the body's autonomic nervous system to the Bowen moves.

Bowen is a complementary modality in the sense that it enhances and complements, but does not interfere with, traditional medical attention.

Bowen's input to the nervous system is very subtle, and the body responds over time. For that reason, it's best to avoid other manipulative therapies (i.e. Chiropractic, Acupuncture, massage therapy, etc.)  for 5 to 10 days before and after a Bowen session so they don't interfere with the body's response.

Before the session

The ideal time for a Bowen session is immediately after an injury.

Your body can overcome the trauma before it begins to compensate for it, creating more problems in the long run.

If you can't get to a Bowen practitioner immediately, the sooner you can, the better. Within three days is ideal for the quickest and most complete recovery.

Many people don't find out about Bowtech until weeks, months, or even years of trying other approaches or "learning to live with it." If that's the case with you, you'll get the best results from your Bowen session if you:

• Don't have any other forms of bodywork for four days beforehand.
• Avoid heavy exercise on the day of your session.
• Don't use ice or heat on the site of injury.
• Wear or bring light-weight, loose-fitting clothing that your practitioner can work through. Or be prepared to be worked on in your underclothes, under sheets or blankets for modesty and comfort.

During the session

Your practitioner will ask you about your health history and reason for the visit to find out if there are any moves or procedures that aren't suitable for you, the best procedures to apply and how much of the work your body is likely to be able to take without overloading you.

The hands-on work usually lasts between 15 and 45 minutes.

The pressure used by the practitioner is almost always less than you would expect. On occasion, you might feel a momentary twinge. Be sure to tell your practitioner if you are uncomfortable at any time.

Application of the technique involves stimulation of precise points on the body, in groups of 2 - 8 points at a time.

Your practitioner will leave the room between groups of moves, to allow your body time to process the work.

Points generally progress from the torso/core of the body outward. In most first sessions, the points used are on the back, buttocks, hamstrings, shoulder, neck, and knees.

Additional points may be added in areas where you have symptoms and/or elsewhere throughout the body.

The most common reaction to Bowen is a deep sense of overall relaxation and lessening of muscular tension and pain. These result from the body's balancing and improved flow of internal energy. The restorative process begins once the body is relaxed. It is not uncommon for people to fall asleep during a session.

After the session

Each person's response to Bowen continues for several hours or days, as his or her individual body allows. The benefits will be enhanced by following simple guidelines given by the practitioner. The most common include:

• Don't overdo anything for the rest of that day, with regard to exercise or exertion.
• When getting out of a bed or chair or car, have your weight transfer equally onto both feet.
• Increase the intake of water, to encourage the body's ability to eliminate toxins released by the muscles and connective tissue during and after the session.
• Try not to remain seated for longer than half an hour at a time. Get up and walk around.
• Don't overwork the jaw after jaw imbalance is addressed.
• Get plenty of sleep.

Testimonials:

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"Bowen is a very relaxing experience. I'm up for trying any homeopathic method of healing, but was extremely surprised when Sara touched one side of my shoulder and the opposite side of my neck popped! After some serious pain in my neck and shoulders a couple rounds of Bowen really helped give some relief."

Chris P. of Ferguson, MO

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"I have been looking for ways to relieve stress and have found that Bowen really helps me to relax and prepare for the coming week."

Kelly K. of St. Louis, MO

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