What does the Bowen Technique involve?
A Bowen Treatment session will usually last about an hour. No oils are used, and the patient can choose to be fully clothed during the session, although many prefer to change into a T-shirt and shorts or thin material trousers (tight clothing or clothing with thick seams/back pockets should be avoided). The aim of the treatment is to establish a comprehensive profile of the overall health of the patient, as well as addressing the patient’s specific complaint, so the first consultation should include a discussion of the individual’s lifestyle, sleeping patterns, medical history, stress levels, and history of any injuries. During treatment, pauses of several minutes punctuate each series of ‘moves’. These short breaks are important to allow the body to absorb the effects of the gentle manipulations. At this pace, the body is given time to effect the subtle adjustments which will help to initiate the healing process. Unlike with most other therapies, it is the patient’s body that takes th
