Star Bowen Therapy

12/06/2024

Bowen Therapy offers a gentle approach to self-care.

Through precise yet subtle movements, it may help to alleviate physical tension and promote relaxation, aiming to address the cumulative effects of stress on the body and mind.

Investing in regular Bowen Therapy sessions can prevent stress from building up.

07/06/2024

😅 For remedial bodywork with NO forceful manipulation, try Bowen Therapy!! 😅

✨🌟 Book in for your next bowen therapy session with Star Bowen Therapy anytime at: https://www.starbowentherapy.com/ 🌟✨

03/06/2024

"It encompasses all the healing - mental, emotional, spiritual, physical - all in the one package."

✨🌟⭐️ Book your bowen therapy session today at https://www.starbowentherapy.com/ ✨🌟⭐️

The Bowen Wellness Summit library is available now, if you are a Bowen Therapist visit: https://www.bowenwellnesssummit.comThis is the most extensive online ...

30/05/2024

29/05/2024

It's easy to dismiss the need for regular treatments when we're feeling good.

But regular bodywork can:

💆 Reduce stress
💆 Ease muscle tension
💆 Improve circulation
💆 Enhance flexibility and range of motion
💆 Correct posture
💆 Improve sleep
💆 Boost mood
💆 Prevent injury
💆 Support the immune system
💆 Improve our quality of life

Time to call your Bowen Therapist?

24/05/2024

To him, the ideal therapeutic technique was one that would stimulate the system to rebalance the malfunctions resulting from tissue disruption.

He incorporated the underlying principles that structure governs function and that everything is interconnected. Therefore, the disruption of any one tissue disrupts the function of the entire system.

Mr. Bowen set out to restore the structural integrity of the body in a way that would allow for the optimal performance of the organism.

(His) genius resided in his discovery of a system of “moves” or procedures which re-establishes the natural flow of vital energy.

–Louise Tremblay
The Little Bowen Book

19/05/2024

The first two "moves" of Bowen Therapy kickstart your system just like jump-starting your car.

These gentle but precise moves (like all Bowen moves) "challenge" the tension, length and stretch of your fascia.

They inform your nervous system, inviting change, relaxation and the normalisation of function without forceful manipulation.

18/05/2024

Thanks to all those who attended the Wellness Fair this morning 😊✨

08/05/2024

✨🌟🤩 Give Mum the gift of Wellness for Mother's Day - with a customized e-Gift Card for Bowen Therapy!! 🤩🌟✨

Star Bowen Therapy now has e-gift cards available - whether for mum or any other special occasion, or just to treat yourself! The amount and message are both customizable to suit. Great as a last minute gift, as the e-Gift card can be sent instantaneously. Just click on the link below to purchase. 🥰

Redeemable toward any full body Bowen Therapy sessions at Star Bowen Therapy in Beenleigh, Qld and valid for 12 months from purchase.

Bowen Therapy is a remedial soft tissue technique where the practitioner places their hands on specific points of the body that stimulate the body’s own healing mechanisms. The body responds by correcting conditions, relaxing and rehabilitating a wide variety of problems. Bowen Therapy is a tool facilitating whole body healing, resulting in muscle relaxation and pain reduction. It is very gentle and relaxing and does not use forceful manipulation. 😌

Gift vouchers are now available at this link:

Give the gift of wellness, with a Bowen Therapy Gift Card!

03/05/2024

This is so important. Some people think of exercise or ‘working out’ as a thing to look good or lose weight, but it’s about your health and well being overall.

Just keep moving. When you stop using your body regularly, you get stiffer, weaker, and more tired. Feeling stiff, weak, and tired makes you want to move even less, so you move less, thereby getting even stiffer, weaker, and more tired. This trend gets increasingly difficult to reverse with age.

23/04/2024

The gentle yet powerful healing ability of Bowen ⭐️

20/04/2024

When you open the drawer to sort the massage table blankets and turn your back for literally 10 seconds.. 😌😆

19/04/2024

Did you know? 8 in 10 Aussies have at least one long-term health condition. Alarming, isn't it? People need preventative healthcare more than ever!

Bowen Therapy serves as a proactive approach to preventative health care by aiming to address subtle imbalances in the body's musculoskeletal and nervous systems before they escalate into chronic conditions.

Through its gentle techniques, Bowen Therapy may reduces stress levels, which is crucial in preventing the wide spectrum of health issues linked to chronic stress. Its emphasis on holistic well-being makes Bowen a worthwhile tool in your preventive healthcare toolkit.

To book an appointment for Bowen today, visit: https://www.starbowentherapy.com/

18/04/2024

Proper core function requires proper ability to generate and use IAP (intra-abdominal pressure). Proper IAP requires proper breath mechanics. Proper breath mechanics requires good body alignment.

12/04/2024

Popular opinion would have us believe that when it comes to bodywork, no pain equals no gain. But the opposite is true!

𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙗𝙤𝙙𝙮 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙡 𝙨𝙖𝙛𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙤𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮.

Pain can signal your nervous system into threat mode prompting your connective tissue to harden into a protective state. Your bodywork session needn’t hurt in order for you to heal!

Try Bowen Therapy.

12/04/2024

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To learn more about Bowen Therapy or to book an appointment visit: https://www.starbowentherapy.com

11/04/2024

Our latest Blog post discusses Mind Body and Bowen.

In these specialized Mind Body and Bowen sessions, the inherent self-healing intelligence of the body uses sensations as a means of communication. Anyone familiar with Bowen Therapy will know of the pauses a therapist allows between each sequence of 'moves' to allow the body time to respond and release muscular tensions. It is during these pauses that the client is directed to become aware of any sensations felt in response to the Bowen moves just performed. By taking note of precisely where these sensations may be felt, priorities for the treatment session are indicated and followed by the therapist.

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The Mind Body connection along with the Bowen Technique is a powerful combination.

10/04/2024

The vagus nerve is a crucial nerve that runs from the brainstem to various organs in the body, including the heart, lungs, and gut.

It plays a vital role in regulating many essential functions.

It controls the parasympathetic nervous system, responsible for the body's "rest and digest" response.

When activated, it lowers heart rate, reduces stress hormones, and promotes a sense of relaxation and well-being. It aids our digestion, supports the immune system, and influences social interactions.

Ways to activate your vagus nerve:

😮‍💨 Deep breathing – Practice slow, deep breaths, focusing on your diaphragm.
🧘 Meditation – Engage in mindfulness or relaxation techniques to calm your mind.
🗣️ Humming/chanting – Try vocal exercises like humming or singing to stimulate the nerve.
🥶 Cold exposure – Splash your face with cold water or take a cool shower.
😆 Laughter – Enjoy a good laugh, as it can activate the vagus nerve.
🏃🏼‍♀️ Exercise – Engage in moderate aerobic activities like walking, swimming, or yoga.
💆‍♀️ Massage/Bowen Therapy – Gentle touch stimulates pressure receptors under the skin, which send signals to the brain to activate the vagus nerve.
🧘‍♂️ Yoga/Tai Chi – These practices combine movement and breath, promoting vagus nerve activation.
👯‍♀️ Social Connections – Spend time with loved ones, hug, or engage in meaningful conversations.
🦠 Probiotics – A healthy gut supports vagus nerve function, so consider probiotic-rich foods.

Overall, the vagus nerve is a vital pathway that helps maintain balance and harmony within our body and mind, contributing to our overall health and well-being.

08/04/2024

By having a Bowen treatment we are saying to the body, "Stop the emergency". Most people experience feelings of relaxation and well-being at the end of a session. Bowen is seen to be able to help reduce stress levels and it moves the body into a more balanced state so that the anxious state can be lessened. It helps reduce the mental, emotional and physical aspects of stress.

Bowen Therapy can:
👉 Reduce Stress and Anxiety
👉 Reduce the physical symptoms of stress such as muscular pain and headaches
👉 Promote a general state of relaxation and well-being

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Bowen is seen to be able to help reduce stress levels and it moves the body into a more balanced state.

07/04/2024

Fascia is a connective tissue that surrounds muscles, organs, and other structures within the body. Dehydration can affect fascia just like any other tissue in the body.

Signs that your fascia might be dehydrated include:

Stiffness and Tightness
Dehydrated fascia can cause stiffness and tightness in muscles and tissues. This may manifest as decreased flexibility and range of motion.

Pain and Discomfort
Dehydration can lead to inflammation in the fascia, causing pain and discomfort. This may present as soreness or aching in the affected areas.

Decreased Elasticity
Healthy fascia has elasticity, allowing it to stretch and move with the body. Dehydration can reduce this elasticity, leading to feelings of stiffness and restriction.

Reduced Performance
Athletes and individuals who are physically active may notice a decrease in performance when their fascia is dehydrated. This can manifest as decreased strength, endurance, and coordination.

Poor Posture
Dehydrated fascia may contribute to poor posture due to tightness and imbalance in the muscles and connective tissues.

Increased Risk of Injury
Dehydrated fascia is more prone to injury, as it is less flexible and resilient. This can increase the risk of strains, sprains, and other musculoskeletal injuries.

Fatigue
Dehydration can lead to overall fatigue and lethargy, which may be accompanied by feelings of heaviness or weakness in the muscles.

Headaches
Fascial dehydration can also contribute to tension headaches, as tightness in the fascia of the head and neck can cause discomfort and pain.

These signs can also be indicative of other issues, so it's always a good idea to consult with your healthcare professional.

Remember to drink water, keep moving, and get regular bodywork (such as Bowen Therapy) to help support the health of your fascia and overall well-being..

06/04/2024

While zero stress is both unrealistic (and not optimal for our growth), chronic stress can certainly take a toll on our well-being.
That's where Bowen Therapy can step in as a gentle yet powerful ally.
By aiming to address both the physical and emotional aspects of stress, Bowen Therapy may help us manage chronic stress more effectively, allowing us to thrive in the face of life's challenges.
Let Bowen Therapy guide you towards a balanced, resilient state of being where "eustress" (or positive stress) can flourish, and chronic stress takes a back seat.

05/04/2024

In conjunction with Bowen Therapy, I find 100% that Yoga is so beneficial to every body, no matter your condition or age!

And for those of you who live around the Beenleigh area who might be interested to find a chair yoga teacher, my beautiful friend Kara Lee Spooner https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009540411660 does chair yoga classes weekly, as well as regular yoga classes.

Yoga has long been thought of as a method for flexibility, but it also emphasises inclusivity, with participants pointing out that the practice can be noticeably different from the way it is sometimes portrayed on social media.

02/04/2024

Can Bowen Therapy Help With Neck Pain?

Bowen therapy helps do the following:
• Reduce pain and swelling in any muscle and soft tissue area—including around the neck—such as the trapezius and scapula levator muscles
• Relax tight muscles
• Support muscles to engage and ensure full range of motion
• Reset and realign the body, allowing it to heal itself

What to Expect

With Bowen therapy, you won’t experience any forceful manipulation. You won’t hear a snap or crack, or experience any quick motions. You will remain clothed during your session, hence no oils are applied to your body.

25/03/2024

Good things can happen during pauses!

The pauses, or "waits" between moves are a distinctive feature of Bowen Therapy.

These pauses allow the body and the nervous system to process information from previous moves. The gentle and precise moves stimulate sensory receptors in the muscles, tendons, and fascia, which send signals to the brain. The brain needs time to interpret these signals and initiate appropriate responses for healing and rebalancing.

The pauses attend to the causes!

22/03/2024

Did you know that Star Bowen Therapy also offers 'Mind Body Bowen' sessions?

The Mind Body connection and Bowen Technique is a powerful combination when listening to the body. Allows the client to be in a safe comfortable space using Mind Body Bowen (MBB) techniques to respond and release stress areas, bringing about relaxation and calmness to often long-term conditions.

Sometimes also referred to as 'emotional bowen' as it can provide a powerful release of emotional and mental trauma that has been stored in both the body and the mind. Through the release of the mental/emotional - the related physical issues can then begin to heal.

Book your 1hr bowen session now at https://www.starbowentherapy.com/

21/03/2024

And this is why we love Bowen!

Generally speaking, corrections made using force won't hold as well as those using finesse. Forceful corrections/manipulations don't require the body's permission or cooperation.

20/03/2024

Time for some Bowen Therapy? 😊