Bowen Theory

Bowen Theory

Bowen Theory

Introduction

Bowen Technique is holistic system of treatment (symptoms of the disease, the disease is not only the health care) that Ostiaopath by Tom Bowen (1916-1982) started. This alternative therapy is a gentle, and its winding speed has much lighter touch. It is believed that it depends on how the muscles can be strengthened or loosened. Some of the moves it stimulates are specific points in the two- minute that pauses between moves and the body to use the move and it should be integrated into the system. Bowen technique is a type of massage is that it frees muscle tension is created. A session usually lasts 30 to 45 minutes, which is irregular as a 2-5 minute break so that the body could respond to treatment. Bowen technique practitioners claim that the stimulus helps the body to heal itself. Bowen pain healing theory is a very significant theory which is helpful in healing the pain (Bowen, 1989, p. 196). Bowen therapy is a unique and dynamic therapy that helps in providing relief to the muscles. Thus, this therapy is considered to be the core therapy in the muscle treatments.

Discussion

Bowen therapy is a very effective method that help the body in helaing. The method is considered to be a non-invasive method, and this method has gained the poluraity among the health care professionals. The Bowen therapy has won the hearts of the health care professionals and the healers all around the world. Different doctors, massage therapists, healers, physiotherapists, laypeople and nurses all around the world are using this therapy. This technique of muscles and connective tissue release is considered to be a very dynamic and effective technique. According to Bowen, this technique is a self-regenerative technique. The gentle moves are being used in the Bowen therapy method, and the result of these gentle moves is very outstanding. The result of Bowen therapy has been acknowledged by different healthcare professionals all over the world (Kerr, 1988, p. 34). When times get stressful and joints start to ache, we turn to faithful massage therapists and practitioners for gentle and relaxing hands to relieve the unbearable pain. However, some treatments may not be permanent and could lead to recurring visits to the therapist's office. Peggy Haupt, Bowen Therapy therapist and the hands behind “Bowen Hands to Heal” seeks to get to the root of the problem. Ironically, she was inspired to take on the Bowen practice while receiving a massage herself five years ago, when her therapist mentioned 'a simple procedure that helps the body heal itself.' “I've always wanted to do something in the health field since my parents were always health conscious and they didn't believe in surgery or prescription drugs,” she said. “This was my chance to practise this unique therapy.” Haupt initially began working on friends and acquaintances for free, practicing out of her home in Ajax until moving to Uxbridge in January (Michael, 2003, p. 56). Currently practicing from the Uxbridge Natural Healing Centre, Haupt joined ...