About Carol Maria Bowen Therapy

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While Osteopathy often focuses on structural alignment and joint mobilisation, Bowen Therapy takes a unique, "less is more" approach to healing. It is a holistic soft tissue remedial therapy that uses precise rolling movements over muscles, tendons, and facia. The goal isn't to force the body into change, but to send a specific signal to your nervous system that allows the body to reset and heal itself. 

As an Osteopath I look at the body as a functional unit. Bowen Therapy compliments this by targeting the facia - the connective tissues that surround every organ and muscle. 

• The Bowen Move: I use my thumbs or fingers to perform small, measured movements at very specific points on the body.
• The Wait Period: A unique feature of Bowen is the short pauses between sets of moves. These breaks give your brain time to process the signal and initiate a relaxation response.
• The Nervous System: Bowen shifts the body from an open :fight or flight" (stressed) state into a "rest and repair" (parasympathetic state). 

What can Bowen Therapy help with?

Because Bowen is so gentle, it is suitable for everyone - from newborn babies to the elderly and those with chronic pain conditions. 

From my perspective, "I find Bowen Therapy particularly effective for patients whose systems are too sensitive for traditional high-velocity thrusts or deep tissue work.  It allows me to achieve profound structural shifts without the "crunch," making it an ideal choice for acute pain or long term chronic tension."

What to Expect During a Treatment Session:

1. Comfort: Bowen can be performed through light, loose-fitting clothing.
2. Relaxation: Most patients find the treatment deeply relaxing, often falling into a light sleep, relaxing and calming. 
3. Duration: Sessions typically last between 45 to 60 minutes. 

Prices: Initial Consultation £60 and follow up £55 

Revive Renew, Wellness and Therapy Clinic, 16 East Grinstead Road, Lingfield, RH7 6BH

For all Appointments call Carol Maria on 07779 150525

Free parking at Gun Pit Road car park (behind the clinic)