The Bowen Technique

A fabulous yet gentle soft tissue therapy practised in our relaxing treatment rooms at our Wilmslow holistic & natural health clinic. Bowen Therapy is suitable for everyone from babies to the elderly.

Originally developed in Australia, The Bowen Technique is a hands-on, hands-off treatment which promotes healing, pain relief and recovery of energy.

The Bowen technique is a holistic treatment that treats the whole body, helping to achieve balance on a mental, emotional and spiritual level. It is suitable, safe and effective for people of all ages.

Bowen Therapy treatments at Therapy Organics in Wilmslow, Cheshire.
£69: 3 sessions £185

The Bowen Technique is a very gentle, restorative treatment to help specific conditions. It is often described as being similar to acupuncture, but without the use of needles. The Bowen Technique is not a form of massage. No manipulation or adjustment of hard tissue takes place, and no force is used or needed.

The Bowen Therapy affects the meridian system of a person (the energy system). During a treatment at our Wilmslow clinic the meridian channels are opened to allow the body to heal itself.

The message is subtle, the body and brain then start the healing process required by that person, essentially though the body heals itself. The practitioner gives the body the correct information to enable this process to begin.

What Does A Treatment Involve?
The Bowen Technique comprises a thorough client consultation prior to the treatment. The treatment involves the practitioner using his/her thumbs and fingers to make 'rolling' movements over soft tissue, muscle, tendons or ligaments. Between sets of moves the practitioner leaves the room to allow a response to take effect, and the healing process begins.

The treatments take place at our Wilmslow clinic in Cheshire. During a Bowen Therapy treatment the client usually lies on the treatment couch (unless this causes discomfort). A treatment takes about 45 minutes. Usually the client experiences a deep feeling of relaxation.

How does the Bowen Technique Work?
Bowen affects the body on many levels including those listed below…

Fascia
Throughout the whole body is a layer of tissue known as fascia. This covers the whole body under the skin, like being wrapped in a sheet. As this tissue is connected across the body a Bowen move over one area of fascia has the ability to effect the body elsewhere.

Autonomic Nervous System Rebalancing
Neurons: The nervous system is stimulated by the action of a bowen move. This sends signals along the pathways of the nervous system and the body responds by actioning it's natural healing system. The autonomic nervous system controls over 80% of the bodys functions, including cardiac, respiratory, peripheral circulation, reproductive, endocrine, gastrointestinal. The autonomic nervous system is very susceptible to stress and emotional tension. Bowen helps to restore balance in the nervous system.

How Many Treatments Are Needed?
Generally 3 treatments are needed, each between 5 to 10 days apart, however, it is not uncommon for just one treatment to make a significant difference. Many clients have a monthly treatment for relaxation and to keep them well. Bowen is also excellent for sports people in helping to prevent and treat injuries.

What Should I Wear?
Treatments can be performed directly on the skin (keeping underwear on) or through light clothing.

What About Combining Bowen With Other Treatments?
As a rule Bowen shouldn't be combined with other treatments. The Bowen Technique continues working after treatment for up to 10 days. Other physical treatments interfere with it's continuing healing action, so avoid treatments such as massage, reflexology, physiotherapy etc. Bowen does work well with Nutritional Therapy and Homeopathy however.

Testimonials

"Immediate pain relief, first morning post-treatment pain free and upright straight out of bed (first time in 10 years!)" CL, Marple

“This is THE most effective treatment I have ever had! After just 3 sessions of this amazing therapy, expertly applied by Lucy, my neck is now pain free after suffering for over 20 years! Occasional ‘top-ups’ keep me pain free and I recommend this incredible treatment wholeheartedly.” Kaye

"Had a wonderful session with Lucy yesterday - after about ten minutes into the session I felt very quiet and grounded and after another ten felt like she might have to teleport me home I was so relaxed. My shoulder and neck tension feels much improved today - thank you!" LR, Chinley

"Feeling good after 2 Bowen Therapy sessions with Lucy. She has worked her magic on my back and shoulder. Highly recommended!" LD, New Mills

"I cannot recommend Lucy highly enough. After having bad back pains for years and trying physio and having it manipulated causing more pain... Bowen is the only thing I have found that has worked, its pain free and well, just magic!!" GL, Whaley Bridge

"Thank you so much - you've given my mum her life back." KB, Chinley

“I had a 4 week course of Bowen Therapy last summer to see if it could ease osteoarthritis pain and free up some movement. At the end of each treatment my body was completely and deeply relaxed and I felt quite sleepy, even though it was morning. In that relaxed state I felt very comfortable about sharing things that were on my mind too, and as I believe very much in the mind/body connection, this proved to be for me an important part of this holistic therapy. The relaxed feeling lasted all day. Although I believe that the progress of my osteoarthritis itself cannot be halted, I feel very strongly that Bowen therapy is a very useful way to release the contracted and overworked surrounding tissues, and an alternative way to relieve the pain caused by the tension in those muscles and fascia. Highly recommended.” BH-A, Glossop

"Despite severe foot problems last year, Bowen treatments kept me flexible enough to complete two half marathons within 6 weeks of each other. As an ex rugby and judo player, regular Bowen treatments keep my battered joints mobile." MH, New Mills

"That's the first time I've been able to see my left shoulder in 10 years! I've no idea how you did it, but its magic!" AG, Whaley Bridge

"I’ve really enjoyed and benefited from my Bowen sessions with Lucy. Her manner is friendly and professional and her treatment room is a haven of tranquility. I’d thoroughly recommend her.” LC, Chapel-en-le-Frith

"I came to Lucy about my "tennis elbow" which was actually the result of a fall rather than playing tennis! I'd been to the GP and had some physio exercises to do, but I wasn't seeing much of an improvement and the physio itself was painful so I'll be honest, it was hard to motivate myself to keep going. Over two months after my initial fall, I still had a fairly constant dull ache around my elbow joint, with sharper much more painful twinges that were triggered by certain movements. Simple tasks like lifting my handbag, changing the bedding or doing the hoovering were painful as it was worst when picking objects up or gripping them.

It's funny, pain is so noticeable when it's there, but it wasn't until a couple of days after the final treatment that I realised I was easily doing the activities that had previously been painful. I had a couple of twinges in the following weeks but it's otherwise been totally back to normal. I can even do push ups now which would have been unthinkable when it was hurting.

Lucy was professional and down to earth, and I'd definitely use her again." KC, Whaley Bridge

"You're a miracle worker! I'm actually sleeping now and my shoulder is much, much better." PR, Marple