Bowen Therapy was named after its inventor Tom Bowen who developed the technique in the 1950’s and 1960’s and treated some 13,000 people a year by 1975.

Bowen Therapy resets the body to heal its self, the Bowen moves are gentle and extremely effective, gentle rolls are made across tendons or muscles working on the fascia.

It can be done through light clothing, but it is easier to work directly onto the skin.
Bowen is not massage or manipulation, it is a highly effective modality for a range of conditions, treating young babies to the elderly.
Bowen Therapy allows and encourages the body to heal itself. The work consists of a series of rolling moves over muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves using a varying touch.
There are often pauses between the moves that allow the body time to benefit from each set. By combining moves, both in placement and in sequence the Toni can address the body holistically or target certain areas.

Bowen stimulates energy flows, resulting in deep relaxation. The restorative process begins once the body is relaxed and continues as the body progressively returns to homeostasis.

Post-treatment care is essential as Bowen promotes tissue hydration it is important that clients drink sufficient water in order to meet changing body demands. Avoiding dehydration through improved foods and lifestyle is important.

Reactions may include tiredness, emotional changes, stiffness, headaches, flu-like symptoms or dream activity. These should not be seen negatively or the reason to cease treatment. They show the treatment has successfully initiated the change processes in seeking to restore balance and indicate further treatments are required.

Avoid hot baths and showers

Avoid lifting heavy objects

Avoid strenuous exercise programs

Drink sufficient water

A light program of walking or swimming is beneficial