22/02/2026
I wanted to share a post from the wonderful therapists Aberdeen Bowen Clinic. Many of you know that I’ve had the privilege of working with clients living with multiple sclerosis, so it’s really lovely to see more Bowen therapists raising awareness and sharing the benefits of the Bowen Technique. Please feel free to take a moment to read their post too — it’s great to see the work spreading and more therapists sharing this supportive approach.
Just a little reminder that I’m still here for you. If you’d like to book an appointment or have a chat about how Bowen may support you, please feel free to get in touch 💛. Bowen Ness Clinic
While working with me is not a cure, many of my MS clients have felt the benefit from hands on central nervous system work.
The hands on approach targets one of the most underlying issues in Multiple Sclerosis, chronic inflammation.
Living with a chronic condition keeps the body in a state of high alert (the Sympathetic Nervous System- “Fight Flight Freeze “).
Ideally we want to be in a Parasympathetic Nervous System (the “Rest and Digest” mode).
In MS, the immune system mistakenly attacks the myelin sheath. The vagus nerve plays a crucial role in CAP (the Cholinergic Anti-Inflammatory Pathway) a neural mechanism where the vagus nerve inhibits the release of pro-inflammatory cytokines, acting as the efferent arm of the “inflammatory reflex”.
When the vagus nerve is stimulated, it releases acetylcholine. This neurotransmitter tells the immune system to dial down the production of pro-inflammatory cytokine. By “calming” the immune response, it may help reduce the frequency or severity of neuroinflammation.
Hands-on vagal work also improves HRV ( heart rate variability), which is a marker of how well your body handles stress.
High stress often triggers MS “pseudo-exacerbations.” By lowering cortisol levels, vagal therapy can help reduce symptoms like tremors and cognitive fog from spiking due to anxiety.
A huge portion of the immune system lives in the gut. Since the vagus nerve controls digestion and gut motility it helps maintain the blood-brain barrier integrity. Improved digestion, which is often sluggish in MS patients (gastroparesis or constipation), therefore reducing systemic inflammation rooted in the gut.
For more information or to book an appointment please feel free to get in touch.
