Pain Free Bowen

23/08/2025

Stress isn’t always the enemy. A little stress can help us grow, adapt, and rise to life’s challenges.

But when stress becomes constant — when the “on” switch gets stuck — it can start to echo through the body.

🧠 Foggy thinking, poor sleep
💓 A racing heart or tense jaw
🍽️ Digestive changes or skin flare-ups
😖 And that feeling of always being on edge

Acute or chronic, stress speaks through the body.

Bowen Therapy offers a quiet space for shifting stress responses, as best our bodies can.

It invites the nervous system into a slower rhythm.

Its gentle, hands-on approach doesn’t override the body — it listens.

Because sometimes, it’s not about doing more —
but about softening into less.

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15/06/2025

"Your issues are in your tissues."

It’s a phrase you may have heard — and it holds a lot of truth.

Our bodies remember.

Stress, emotion, and even trauma can become stored in our muscles, fascia, and nervous system responses.

That’s why working with the body — gently and respectfully — can be such a powerful way to support emotional wellbeing.

Bowen Therapy isn’t just for physical complaints.

Many people find that during times of grief, anxiety, overwhelm or transition, Bowen offers a calm, grounded space to reconnect.

Because healing isn’t just about muscles.

It’s about the whole person. 💚

25/05/2025

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Vikki is a highly trained and experienced therapist and dedicated to providing personalized care and attention to each and every patient.

21/05/2025

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Did you know that your jaw and pelvis are connected?

Research shows that when people with certain pain conditions (like complex regional pain syndrome, or CRPS) had their jaw muscles relaxed, their hip flexibility improved. But when they clenched their jaw tightly, their hip flexibility decreased.

This study highlights something Bowen Therapists have long understood: tension or imbalance in one area of the body can affect distant parts.

In this case, the jaw and pelvis are linked through muscular and fascial connections, meaning tension in one area can restrict movement in the other.

Bowen Therapy’s gentle techniques aim to release tension and restore balance across the body.

By gently working with both local and interconnected areas, Bowen Therapy aims to encourage flexibility, ease discomfort, and support the body’s natural alignment.

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18/04/2025

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On this day in 1916, Thomas Ambrose Bowen was born — a man whose hands changed the world of healing.

His legacy lives on through every Bowen Therapist and every person whose life has been impacted by his work.

Thank you, Mr. Bowen. 🙏

07/02/2025

It's not magic, nor a magic pill... it's a physiological response to sensory input.



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29/11/2024

Skip the Black Friday frenzy and opt for something truly restorative.

Bowen Therapy:

✨ No stress.
✨ No crowds.
✨ No rush.

Instead of chasing sales, why not invest in yourself? A Bowen session offers calm, balance, and a reset for your body and mind.

Because the best deal isn’t in a shopping cart — it’s in your well-being. 💚

02/11/2024

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02/11/2024

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29/10/2024

Bowen Therapy is known for its gentle touch and calming approach, which may influence the nervous system in various ways.

Here are a few potential effects:

1️⃣ Parasympathetic Activation
The slow, rolling movements and pauses used in Bowen Therapy are thought to engage the parasympathetic nervous system, often called the "rest and digest" system. This could support a more relaxed state, fostering a sense of calm.

2️⃣ Stress Reduction
The gentle and non-invasive nature of Bowen Therapy may help ease muscle tension and tightness, potentially contributing to reduced feelings of stress in the body.

3️⃣ Increased Body Awareness
The therapist's touch and guidance in Bowen Therapy may encourage individuals to become more mindful of their bodies. This increased awareness could help clients notice areas of discomfort and consciously release tension.

4️⃣ Pain Management
Bowen Therapy is often sought out to address physical discomfort. Its calming effects on the body might support a shift away from stress or tension-related responses.

5️⃣ Potential for Better Sleep
After Bowen Therapy, some people report improved sleep, which may benefit the nervous system by promoting restorative rest.

Each person’s response to Bowen Therapy varies,, so it’s important to speak with a qualified practitioner to discuss your needs and expectations.

08/10/2024

Zzz is a compliment!

Falling asleep during your Bowen therapy session is common.

It's a sign your body is deeply relaxed and in 'rest and digest' mode, rather than 'fight or flight.'

A snooze is always welcome!

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08/10/2024

If it doesn't challenge you, it doesn't change you.
–Fred DeVito

Challenges are catalysts for change.

The minimal, light touch moves of Bowen therapy, “challenge" soft tissue, sending neurological signals (via various physiological pathways, including the spinal reflex) to the body to relax and repair.

After a move, the Bowen Therapist leaves the room, allowing the body to integrate the move and make changes of its own accord (to the best of its ability.)

Support your body's natural capacity for change with Bowen Therapy.