Bowen Therapy

Bowen Therapy is a cross fibre technique that works on releasing tension within the fascia (or soft connective tissue), which stimulates both deep relaxation and the body’s own functional healing bringing relief from pain, tension and discomfort. Unlike massage, it does not require massage oils to bring about relief of physical pain and discomfort.

Bowen Therapy is named after the late Tom Bowen from Geelong who developed the work from his experiences in treating acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions.

 Bowen Therapy is safe to use on anyone, from newborns to the elderly, during pregnancy and for any musculoskeletal or related neuromuscular complaints. It is a holistic treatment that treats the whole person and aims to treat the cause of problems, rather than the symptoms. It helps to restore balance in the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing the fight/flight response and creating an overall benefit of well being and health. It improves range of movement in joints, relieves pain, improves sleep, improves digestive function and relieves anxiety.  Bowen Therapy can be an effective treatment for the following conditions: 

• Joint pain  

• Back pain 

• Digestive pain 

• TMJ pain 

• Teeth grinding 

• Newborn colic 

• Foot problems 

• Mobility issues 

• Muscle issues,  

• Sports injuries,  

• Chronic ongoing pain  

• Headaches 

• RSI 

• Stress, anxiety or depression 

• Menstrual conditions such as period pain

A Bowen session last approximately 30-45 minutes and can be done as a stand alone treatment, or in conjunction with your Naturopathic health appointments. A full body Bowen treatment can feel like the equivalent of having a full body massage in less than half the time, helping to restore health and harmony to the whole body and mind.

If you’re interested understanding more about how Bowen Therapy can support your physical and mental health, please contact me for a free introductory chat.