A Bowen Session

During a Bowen session most people experience a profound sense of relaxation and loosening of muscle tension. On the first session a detailed health history is taken as well as a structural assessment made. Hands on work usually last between 30 and 45 minutes. Bowen can be applied through loose clothing or directly on skin. If Bowen is to be done through your clothes it is recommended you wear or bring loose clothing to your sessions. Bowen Technique cannot be done through jeans.

Application of the technique involves stimulation of precise points on the body. Only gentle pressure is applied. Points are stimulated in groups of 2 - 8 at a time. There is a 2-minute pause between the application of points. This allows the body time to assimilate the work. The points used generally progress from the torso of the body outwards. In most first sessions points will be activated on the back, neck, shoulder, thighs and knees. Additional points are added in areas where symptoms are located. Further sessions involve stimulation of points throughout the body.

Recommended after the session

• Return for another session in approximately 7 days.
• Avoid other hands on therapy during the course of Bowen Technique.
• Walk for a short time after the Bowen session.
• Drink at least 6 - 8 glasses of water each day during the course of Bowen sessions.
• Don't sit in one position for longer than 30 minutes on the day of treatment.

What Results should I expect?

Most people report relief of symptoms following their first session, however, results will vary based on your condition. Changes made through Bowen are generally long lasting as the body self corrects (in contrast to adjustments made via more forceful manipulation). Most people report relief of other symptoms in addition to the conditions for which they sought relief. Muscular skeletal symptoms generally change very quickly. Many conditions are effectively changed in 3 - 5 sessions but chronic or organic conditions may require ongoing sessions to effectively institute the change. Many people choose to have monthly maintenance sessions once initial complaints are addressed.