Bowen Technique

The Bowen Technique

The Bowen Technique involves a rolling manipulation of key points to stimulate energy flow using only light touches, normally through light clothing. The practitioner may stimulate several points at once, identifying areas of blockage and release.

This can lead to a range of sensations such as tingling, change of temperature or even pulsing and it is often described as energy movement but actually has a sound physiological basis. Through increasing sensory awareness the moves tap into the body’s ability to self regulate which, in turn, can stimulate the body to heal itself.

A typical session takes place over 30 to 45 minutes, with breaks during the session to allow the treatment to be assimilated. Sessions are usually part of a series of three to six sessions, beginning with general stress points such as the back and neck, before moving on to areas specific to the person being treated.

The Bowen Technique can form part of a regular wellness programme or be used as a specific treatment eg shoulder, knee, and back problems. Long term studies of the Bowen Technique have reported that it is helpful to relieve upper respiratory problems, kidney dysfunction and edema, any form of accidental injury and many other conditions.

Barbara Jones completed her Bowen Training in the UK in 1997. Barbara was a Presenter/Speaker at the First International Bowen Association Conference held in Cyprus in 2002 and assisted during the Bowen Training, Cyprus 2001 – 2003 with Bowen Association Trainers - Alastair McGloughlin and Rick Minnery.