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Bowen Therapy : 

Bowen Therapy Course #001 Basic Bowen Workshop

Overview : 

Overview What Bowen Therapy is and its therapeutic Benefits Brief history of Bowen How Bowen works Why study at Bowen College Bowen Therapy Demonstration Bowen Testimonials Bowen Case Studies

What is Bowen Therapy? : 

What is Bowen Therapy? Bowen is a gentle soft tissue bodywork technique, that works on the autonomic nervous system. When applied, it initiates the process of natural auto-regulation throughout the whole body. This auto-regulatory effect results in a rapid elimination or reduction of symptoms, followed by an increase in energy and a sense of well being. Bowen is a holistic therapy and aims to reintegrate the body-mind complex as a whole, it is often called contextual healing, consequently regarding illnesses as symptoms of imbalance. Bowen is a soft tissue osteopathic-style therapy, designed to remove pain, physiological dysfunction and even neurolgical imbalances, by restoring the structural integrity of the body.

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Bowen Therapy allows the body to reset and heal itself. After the system has been rebooted during treatment, it is the body that takes over and does most of the healing. Its application is suitable and safe for all ages, from new-born to the elderly. It is for this reason that there are no general contraindications, essentially rendering the technique useful for a wide range of conditions from acute pain to chronic conditions. " The art of Bowen is evident in its skilful application, comprehensive understanding of the body’s path to healing, and the integrity and intuitive mindfulness of its therapists. " ~ Dr. Manon Bolliger, ND

What Bowen Can Treat : 

What Bowen Can Treat Frozen Shoulder Shoulder Pain Tennis Elbow Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Arthritic Pain Sporting Injuries Headaches TMJ Syndrome Scoliosis Migraine Postural problems Gait Disorders Leg Length Discrepancies Plantar fasciitis Shin Splints Fibromyalgia Foot and ankle problems Hernia Knee and hip restrictions Pelvic problems Repetitive Sprain Injury Sciatica MUSCULO-SKELETAL PAIN

What Bowen Can Treat : 

What Bowen Can Treat Respiratory Conditions Asthma Bronchitis Hay Fever Sinusitis Allergies Digestive Conditions Constipation Colic Crohn's Disease Indigestion Irritable Bowel Syndrome Reflux Gynecological Conditions Infertility Mastitis Pre Menstrual Syndrome Breast Lumps Other Conditions Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Fibromyalgia Parkinson’s Balance Problems Tinnitus Bed Wetting in Children Hemorrhoids Prostrate problems Earache and ear infections

Discovery of theBowen Technique : 

Discovery of theBowen Technique The Bowen technique was brought to the forefront when a survey on alternative therapies conducted by the Australian government in 1975 revealed that a Tom Bowen was treating approximately 13,000 patients per year. His clients reported remarkable outcomes and achieved these results with only two or three sessions per client. In the end, an inquiry that initially appeared as a threat to his practice became a major promotion of Bowen Therapy.

Thomas A. Bowen : 

Thomas A. Bowen 1916 -1982

Tom Bowen’s Students : 

Tom Bowen’s Students Over the years, Tom Bowen agreed to train only a half dozen students. Among these students who trained with Tom Bowen were: Oswald Rentsch, massage therapist who spent 2 years with Tom Bowen Keith Davis, chiropractor , spent 7 years Nigel Love, chiropractor, at end of era Kevin Neave, chiropractor, spent 4 or 5 years Romney Smeeton, chiropractor, spent 5 years, at end of era Kevin Ryan, Osteopath,spent 2 years, at end of era

The Treatment : 

The Treatment The treatment itself, consists of a series of gentle moves on skin (or through light clothing), with the client usually lying on a treatment table. A session normally lasts from half an hour to an hour and frequently results in a deep sense of overall relaxation despite the severity of pain the patient presents with.

Treatment Protocol : 

Treatment Protocol There are pauses that give the body time to incorporate the information . The moves themselves require a great sense of tissue tension recognition and thus are light, gentle and very precise. 2-to-5 Treatments is the average number of treatments necessary before seeing maximal results.

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Contact Slack Challenge Roll Pause The Bowen Move

The “Challenge” in Bowen : 

The “Challenge” in Bowen The Bowen moves are performed so that the therapists engages the lateral aspect of the belly of the muscle and maintains pressure as close to possible to the stretch reflex point without activating the stretch reflex. You experience the muscle “giving, swelling” just before you allow your fingers to gently move the slacked skin over it. Any perceived tensing of the muscle defeats the purpose. The pressure must be just right, not too heavy as to “squash” the muscle, but with enough muscle contact so as to stimulate motor sensory neurons in muscle tissue to achieve muscle relaxation, through the modification of sensory motor neurons sensitivity to muscle spindle stretch. This is achieved by what we call “challenge of the muscle belly” with “eye-ball” pressure, not deep enough to activate the stretch-reflex mechanism which would otherwise cause an automatic muscle contraction and further irritate the muscle.

Bowen Restores Parasympathetic Function : 

Bowen Restores Parasympathetic Function Bowen Therapy can directly relieve these symptoms through reducing sympathetically maintained muscle contraction. Spasm and inflammation - “healthy/Normal” immediate responses to an injury, often remain long after and become the problem. The parasympathetic portion is reciprocally restored, increasing blood and lymph flow, feeding undernourished tissue and reducing inflammation. People can feel shifts in their bodies during and after Bowen sessions while the autonomic system comes back into balance.

Bowen RestoresStructural Integrity : 

Bowen RestoresStructural Integrity The Objective in Bowen is to remove held patterns of pain and physiological dysfunctions by restoring the structural integrity of the body. Bowen is a process that enables self regulation. Pain is the result not only of an original cause but of the many defensive posturing the body takes to compensate for the original injury. The key is to untangle this pain web of compensatory feedback loops.

Mechanism of Action : 

Mechanism of Action When Tom Bowen developed the system of healing later termed Bowen Therapy, he placed emphasis on the work and its effects. As a result, the mechanism through which Bowen moves stimulate the body to heal is still in its infancy. During the past few decades, more thought and research has gone into how Bowen Therapy achieves its remarkable effects. Some of the theories include: Stimulation and rebalancing of the Autonomic Nervous System Interference with neuromuscular pain loops Stimulation of energetic currents in the body Vibrational tuning of the body's energy Joint proprioceptors, spindle cells, Golgi tendon organ, Neurolymphatic points and lymphatic circulation Affects on the fascia through cell receptors Correlation of many points with TCM and Meridian lines Correlation with Marma points (Ayurvedic medicine)

What is Bowen College’s approach? : 

What is Bowen College’s approach? Bowen College prepares its students to understand the mechanism of healing and compensations that are at play so as to guide the student to a deeper understanding of how to benefit their patient The program is the only one designed to teach the required science and the application of the philosophy of healing. Students receive a solid grounding in TCM principles, fascia physiology . Current research in the field, nutrition and the mindful application of these skills.

Bowen College : 

Bowen College Developed in 2008 by the founder, Dr. Manon Bolliger, ND and 18 instructors to represent the work and spirit of Tom Bowen Goal and Vision is to teach all approaches stemming from the work of Tom Bowen and expand the depth of knowledge, increase research and promote awareness of the therapy. Inclusive of all “schools” of Bowen Therapy Accredited in Canada Certified Bowen Health Therapist© (CBHT) Registered Bowen Health Practitioner© (RBHP) Leading to 3rd party coverage for Bowen Therapy treatments

BCI’s Certificate Level Program : 

BCI’s Certificate Level Program 90 Series Adjunct & Complementary Courses Palpation Anatomy Physiology Philosophy of Healing Nutrition and Bowen Meridian Medicine Business & Ethics 100 Series Basic Bowen Courses Basic Bowen Lower Body Protocols Basic Upper Body Protocols Philosophy of Healing Part 2 Bowen Physical Assessment Review – Case Studies & Integration CBHT Qualification Exam A well-grounded and comprehensive curriculum which integrates key anatomical, cranio-sacral, visceral and meridian concepts.

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Classes are small and adapted to individual learning needs Students receive the support to succeed in the market place. Students receive the skills they need to fully integrate the technique. Clinical skills, assessment techniques, nutrition, TCM, Physiology and Anatomy courses are specifically designed to enhance Bowen conceptualization and practical application. Students will learn business skills specific to Bowen and will receive Marketing support Students will learn how to integrate with a healthcare team and work with referrals when needed The BCI program is accredited by the Canadian Examining Board for Health Care Practitioners and we are actively pursuing coverage and recognition for Bowen Therapy thru all extended benefit insurance providers.

BCI’s Diploma Level Program : 

BCI’s Diploma Level Program 200 Series Courses; Advanced Bowen Level 1 Specific Protocols & Expanded Applications Part 1 Bowen Fascial Connections Part 1 Bowen Bridge Part 1 Bowen Physical Assessment Part 2 Bowen Meridian Connections Part 2 Sports Bowen Part 1 NST Insights into Bowen Part 1 300 Series Courses; Advanced Level 2 Specific Protocols & Expanded Applications Part 2 Bowen Fascial Connections Part 2 Bowen Bridge Part 2 Bowen Physical Assessment Part 3 Bowen Meridian Connections Part 3 Sports Bowen Part 2 NST Insights into Bowen Part 2 Ortho Kinesthetics

Diploma level courses further thetool set by including: : 

Diploma level courses further thetool set by including: Assessment of the neural, muscular and skeletal systems of the body Using the fascia as a tool for assessment by examining the tension within the musculoskeletal system, the viscera and the nerves Learning to seamlessly assess and re-assess progress during a treatment Focusing on refining touch, increasing palpatory skills and understanding the effects of the Bowen moves Building on the foundational Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concept of meridians, Bowen protocols are viewed and integrated at a different level

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Fine tuning how and when to address athletes (and non-athletes) using Activations and Releases with specific protocols. Assess foot dysfunctions, the significance of those dysfunctions, and how to provide client education for managing them: Ortho-"Straight, True, Correct" Kinesthetics. "Sense of Position" is the result of combining Bowen protocols with simple foot stabilization techniques Equip the Practitioner with the skills to address many of the unresolved issues they may be facing with their own current clients

More Bowen : 

More Bowen 400 Series Courses; Electives Bowen & Therapeutic Massage Bowen & Pregnancy Bowen Bridge Part 3 Reading the Body Business Marketing Basic Bowen Protocols Bowen Basics from an NST Perspective

The Bowen Demo : 

The Bowen Demo A demonstration of a Bowen Therapy treatment

Testimonials - Doctors : 

Testimonials - Doctors I was facing a hip replacement and back surgery when I discovered the Bowen Technique. After receiving Bowen treatments, not only was I able to walk, but I went back to playing golf... without surgery. I was so impressed that I flew to Australia to train in the Bowen Technique and now treat patients with ailments ranging from bunions to heart disease. - Dr. JoAnne Whitaker, M.D. I consider the Bowen Technique to be a blessing in my practice because of its simplicity, results and patient satisfaction. It has nearly eliminated my need to use cortisone injections. - Audrey Butko M.D. Clients who present with both acute and chronic pain, having often sought treatment in vain from a variety of other experts and specialists, are consistently free of their problems within a very short time by using Bowen. In fact, most clients require only 2 or 3 sessions to achieve long term benefits. - Dr. Michael Buckmann

Testimonials - Doctors : 

The Bowen Technique is one of the most powerful physical medicine techniques I have learned in 24 years as a podiatrist. I routinely use the Bowen Technique to complement treatment of various foot and ankle injuries. - Mitchell R. Mosher, DPM I offer the Bowen Technique to acute and chronic patients who have not responded to traditional treatment for myofascial pain syndrome, back pain, fibromyalgia, arthritis or fractures. Although skeptical at first, C.S. Whitman, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon, now regularly refers patients to Dr. Townsend's program. - Gerry Townsend, M.D. I have noted improvement in stress-related muscle pain and tension, joint pain and posture. Bowen Therapy sessions may benefit people with musculo-skeletal pain as well as other stress related symptoms. Much to my surprise, my neck pain got resolved through this work. I am very pleased with the results and quite amazed! - J. T., M.D., Physician, Medical Researcher, Biotechnology Testimonials - Doctors

Testimonials - Doctors : 

This body work has been enormously beneficial in allowing me to feel freer, less constricted, more mobile and better aligned. I highly recommend Bowen Therapy. - L. White. MD, Physician, former Professor of Cardiology After over 30 years of medical practice, I am finding the Bowen Technique the most effective and efficient hands-on procedure I’ve ever studied. I fully recommend this technique to all health practitioners. - Dr Robert Flemming MD Of all the modalities I have used, Bowen Therapy has helped so many of my patients that I would never want to give it up. - Dr. Ted Sleigh Testimonials - Doctors

Testimonials - Doctors : 

As a board-certified family physician with a special interest in the treatment of chronic illness and pain syndromes, I am thrilled to have Bowen Therapy as a resource for myself, family, friends and patients. - Dr. Christine Staub Two chronic problems cleared up after a few Bowen sessions three months ago. As far back as I can remember, I tended toward constipation. After eighty-five years of laxatives, enemas, and suppositories, I’m now regular — even without Metamucil. My sinus condition began in the early 1950s. After the doctor’s initial treatments with iodine, I irrigated my sinuses with saline solution for about ten years, then used Neosynephrine for thirty years, and finally used Nasacor daily for ten years. Since the Bowen, my sinuses are clear without any medication. - Oscar C. Weitzberg, Rockville, MD I have been able to notice results with Bowen even in chronic situations such as rheumatism, TMJ, chronic asthma and emotional depression. - Dr. Fred Menier Testimonials - Doctors

Testimonials - Patients : 

Testimonials - Patients Today is the first day in two years that I haven't been in pain. I injured my shoulder two years ago and have tried a number of different therapies. Through a dear friend I was recommended to Bowen. I was warned that it would feel as if they weren't doing anything. That was a bit misleading. It felt like a brief, but very relaxing massage. I felt refreshed and a bit looser after my first treatment. Then three days later I realized that the pain in my shoulder had diminished significantly. I've done only two more treatments since and with each day the range of motion increases. Today I noticed that under normal load and activity I had very little discomfort and no pain. I would say to anyone who has given up on finding relief, don't quit yet. Try Bowen. - John Marshall Jones

Testimonials - Patients : 

After 8 years of suffering (Right Thoracic Left Lumber Scoliosis) and trying various therapies like acupuncture, chiropractic treatments, massage therapy , pressure point and even traction, I thought I would have to live the rest of my life in pain. One day while visiting my mom she gave me an article from the "Vancouver Sun" about how Bowen therapy has helped many people who have not had any success with other types of physiotherapy. I decided to try Bowen therapy and it has changed my life drastically. Before Bowen therapy my life consisted of going to work coming home and icing my spine down so that I was able to go to work the next day. After a few treatments my life started to change for the better , I was able to go for walks without any pain in my lower back and the pain in my rib cage was almost all gone. Two years later and with only 6 treatments over the period, I am now able to go for 2 hour walks and do 1 hour of hard cardio in the gym on my days off. This is all thanks to Bowen therapy. - M. Bernard Testimonials - Patients

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I write this to you, to thank you for the Bowen treatment you gave me after my accident with a motorbike. As you perhaps remember I had to wear a metal support at my wrist, because of the pain and weakness in my hand. You perhaps also remember that because of the blow to my head, I was ‘walking besides my self’ and had terrible headache. My pain and illness disappeared immediately just after your gentle treatment. And I didn’t have to wear my metal support from that minute, and haven’t been wearing it since. At the same time it took the top of my migraine attacks, which I of cause, first discovered later. I have tried a lot of different treatments during the last 30 years, but never a treatment like this!! It was so gentle and absolutely painless and there was absolutely no side effects what so ever. I felt very secure under the treatment, and that was surely because of your many years of experience and many years in the business. It is truly a treatment I will recommend to many people in the future. - Erik Schou Testimonials - Patients

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After a Bowen treatment, I feel like you are actually changing my DNA. - Edie Pett, ND and Chiropractor After 20 years of visiting my chiropractor, I was at my wits’ end. After three Bowen treatments, my chronic back pain is completely gone - Fay Gordon I had a car accident, my car was totalled, I was badly shaken up plus having a broken wrist. I had the treatments recommended by the insurance company and was not improving. After several weeks I finally went for the Bowen treatment which fixed my back and shoulders without any more difficulty. I have also had the Bowen treatment for other problems, respiratory, neck and shoulders. I find it is the most effective treatment for these type of problems and recommend the treatment very highly. I have recommended the Bowen treatment to a lot of people and they are so pleased to get the results they are looking for. - Lois Percy Testimonials - Patients

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For the last three years, I’ve had chronic pain in my right knee that was at times so bad I had to lift my leg up with my hand to get into my car. Five days after the fourth Bowen treatment with Dr. Manon, the pain is 90 per cent better. It’s like a miracle. I’ve also had numbness in both my feet, which has improved, and I look forward to further improvement as my treatment continues. - Ken Kollman I had a car accident, my car was totalled, I was badly shaken up plus having a broken wrist. I had the treatments recommended by the insurance company and was not improving. After several weeks I finally went for the Bowen treatment which fixed my back and shoulders without any more difficulty. I have also had the Bowen treatment for other problems, respiratory, neck and shoulders. I find it is the most effective treatment for these type of problems and recommend the treatment very highly. I have recommended the Bowen treatment to a lot of people and they are so pleased to get the results they are looking for. - Lois Percy Testimonials - Patients

Case Studies : 

Case Studies RC Female 41 yrs C.c. repetitive strain injury with pain in elbows and sciatic pain Tx 11 April 07, 18 April 07 - sciatica resolved Tx 25 April 07, 16 May 07 - elbows > 80% Cancelled followed up > 100% KK Male 76 yrs C.c. Numbness and tingling in both feet with claudication (Dec 29,2003) Other symptoms, was suggested knee replacement of R knee, also unable to lift R knee and must manually place it to get in and out of car. Arthritis of R hip. Cramping in legs. 13 June 07, 20 June 07, 27 June 07, 18 July 07, 2 Aug 07, Aug 21 07, 12 Sept 07 19 Sept 07- all symptoms gone

Case Studies : 

MM Male 62 yrs History of brain tumour in Feb 1999 C.c. extreme pain in neck post 8and half hour surgery. Feels as if 100lbs weight on back of neck and shoulder. Difficulty walking as if head disconnected from rest of body. 31 May 2006 - first visit Tx: Bowen 7June 06 - Better 40-50%. Able to control movement of trapz. Has increased energy 15 June 06 - Balance much better, less vertigo, much more energy, increase control of muscles and much less pain 22 June 06 - Continued improvement Case Studies

Case Studies : 

MM Male 62 yrs History of brain tumour in Feb 1999 C.c. extreme pain in neck post 8 and half hour surgery. Feels as if 100lbs weight on back of neck and shoulder. Difficulty walking as if head disconnected from rest of body. 31 May 2006 - first visit Tx: Bowen 7June 06 - Better 40-50%. Able to control movement of trapz. Has increased energy 15 June 06 - Balance much better, less vertigo, much more energy, increase control of muscles and much less pain 22 June 06 - Continued improvement 28 June 06 - Is now driving first time since surgery. 13 July 06, 20 July 06, 14 Aug 06 No further tx required, Energy back to pre-operation, full range of motion, no pain. Life back to normal first time in 8 years. Case Studies

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NM Female 50 yrs History of ovarian ca, hepatitis A, peri-menapausal since 2002 C.c. Sleeplessness, moodiness more extreme, flushes lasting 4 hours if anxious, neck tension since 2000, can’t drive because can’t rotate neck, pain on rotation 9/10, ankle sprain and wears brace since 1994. Went to UBC sports clinic, told brain connection not there and prescribed series of exercise by Dr. Blainey 14 Oct 04 - First visit Tx Bowen 19 Oct 04 - following tx had Diarrhea, urgency with urination, Increased bloating and flatulence, mood worsened and saw no positive change. 28 Oct 04 - Very pleased with improvement. Pain in neck 2-3/10, full range while driving, sleep better, temp regulation improved. Mood much steadier, Tx bowen Case Studies

Case Studies : 

NM Female 50 yrs Cont’d 15 Nov 04 - Not wearing a brace, pain in neck barely perceptible, sleep normal 3 March 05 - Neck still no problem, increase range in ankle movement but 3 days ago anxiety attacks because of Ca scare in R breast. Elected to have surgery double masectomy because 9 out of 15 females in family died of Ca, TX bowen 4 May 05-17 May 05 - followed self elected protocol (chelation…with other ND’s) 17 May 06 - returns with Lymph edema, had had 7 lymph nodes removed, 8 rounds of chemo, 28 rounds of radiation prior to dble masectomy and hysto. Has pain in hips, is dizzy, decreased range of motion in arms Tx Bowen, also 24 May 06 10 July 06 still doing very well, no symptoms Case Studies

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NM Female 50 yrs Cont’d 11 Sept 06 - relapse, pain in wrist and hip and some lymphedema, Tx Bowen 30 Oct 06 - follow up still fine 27 June 07 - another “tune up” 19 sept 07 - hip hurt with dance class, R arm slight swelling, Tx Bowen 29 Sept 07 - all well and will call if anything goes off again Is returning to the clinic 1 time a year for tune up Case Studies

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KD Male 51 yrs 1st C.c Chronic hamstring tightness and low back pain since mid 20’s, R. inguinal hernia Pertinent history: chronic jogger and also construction worker Tx: 30 Oct 06, 6 Nov 06, 13 Nov 06 Can run again and back pain gone. Is doing stretches prior to running as prescribed by his physiotherapist. 14 Dec 06 relapse, Tx: Bowen 18 Jan 07 – high fall at work, low back injury, barely can walk, can sit for short period, Tx: Bowen 02 Feb 07 - Full recovery 21 March 07 - is stretching less prior and after running, notices much faster recovery time. Wants to do Bowen when he feels that body is not getting the message. Case Studies

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CB Female 28 yrs C.c Herniated disc in lumbar spine since a snow boarding accident in winter 2001 pain averages 5-6/10 and has increased to 7-8/10 in last two weeks; pain in thoracic vertebrae since 10 years due to scoliosis (22 deviation); Pain in L knee (ddx pulled ligament) since 15 years after sports accident. 7 April 2004 - 1st visit, tx: Bowen 22 April 2004 - pain in lumbar spine 4-5/10, tension felt in body. Tx: Bowen 28 April 2004 - Was pain free until accident on boat, Now pain 5-6/10 26 May 04 - Cancelled appointment because 100% pain free in back, knee and scoliosis is gone 29 June 05 Low back pain since delivered her baby Tx: Bowen 29 June 05, 7 July 05 - no need for further treatment. Case Studies

Case Studies : 

DB Male 61 yrs 3 Dec 2003 Acute sciatica, History of chronic sciatica managed over the last twenty years with chiropractor and use of activator. Syndrome recurs approximately every 6 weeks. Pain in so intense, has not slept in 2 days. Can’t concentrate. Tx: Bowen (BRM 1 pelvis, sacrum) 8 Dec 2003 - Reports pain all night, took 2 sleeping pills and suddenly at 10 am pain “evaporated”. No pain since and sleep excellent. Slight weakness in R hip. Tx: Bowen AIM 1-3 pelvis 4 Feb 04 No problems since originally corrected. Sense there is some weakness in hip. Had an agonizing pain in TMJ (old symptom). Passed on its own. R knee cap hurt after belly dancing. Tx: Bowen 10 March 04 shoulder injury from tennis Tx: Bowen 18 March 04 - Since then on and off treatment for various injuries. Case Studies

Research : 

Research Kinnear H. & Baker, J., (2000). ‘Frozen Shoulder Research Programme’, UK. published on the internet only. Biorac M, 2000, The effect of Bowen Therapy on Restless Leg Syndrome, Private research not published. Carter, B., 2002, The effect of using Bowen therapy on the frozen shoulder. Accepted for publication in Complementary Therapies in Medicine vol 9 no 4. Pritchard,A.G, (1993),’ The Psychophysiological Effects of the Bowen Technique Therapy’, Swinburne University, Melbourne. Psychophysiology Major research Project. Rayment, J., 1997, Reclaiming a sense of wellbeing as a result of receiving the Bowen technique. (A study of the effects of Bowen Therapy on chronic lower back pain.) Thesis for Master HSc Victoria University of Technology (unpublished).

Research : 

Research Whitaker,J.A., Gilliam,P.P., Seba, D.B. (1997). ‘The Bowen Technique: a Gentle Hands-on Method That Affects the Autonomic Nervous System as Measured by Heart Rate Variability and Clinical Assessment’. Abstract presentation American Academy of Environmental Medicine 32nd Annual Conference La Jolla California. The Bowen Technique National Migraine Research Program Oct 2001-April 2002 (review pending) Amato, D., ‘Accelerated Healing Response’ (review pending) Lambeth, B., ‘An Examination of the Bowen Bunion Treatment’ (review pending) Sheedy, G., (2000) ‘Bowen Therapy as an alternate treatment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome’ (review pending) Victorian Government. Report of the Committee of Inquiry into Osteopathy, Naturopathy and Chiropractic. 1975 Russell, J,K., (1994), ‘Bodywork-The Art of Touch’, Nurse Practitioner Forum, 5:2, pp 85-90.

Research : 

Research Stammers,G., (1996) ‘Bowen Therapeutic Technique’, Journal of Australian Traditional-Medicine Society, 2:3, 85-86 Rappaport, S., (1997), ‘Clinical Experiences of a Bowen Therapist’, Positive Health, 18, pp 62-64. Whitaker,J.A., Gilliam,P.P., Seba,D.B. (1997). ‘The Bowen Technique: a Gentle Hands-on Method That Effects the Autonomic Nervous System as Measured by Heart Rate Variability and Clinical Assessment’. Abstract presentation American Academy of Environmental Medicine 32nd Annual Conference La Jolla California Whitaker, J.A., Marlowe, S.,(1998) ‘The Bowen Technique: A healing modality, alleviates Myofacial pain of Fibromyalgia and Balances the Dysfunctional changes of the Autonomic Nervous System as measured by clinical assessment and Heart Rate Variability’. Abstract presentation at MYOPAIN ‘98, Silvi Marina, Italy.

Research : 

Nixon-Livy,M.J., (1999) ‘ Neurostructural integration Technique (Advanced Bowen Therapy)’, Positive Health, Aug 1999, 48-51 Figov, J., (1999) ‘Gentle Touch Bowen Therapy’ Positive Health. (44):47-9 1999 Sept Lund, E., (1999) ‘Bowen and Lymphatic Drainage’, British Lymphology Society Newsletter, 24, pp 10-13. Hodgson, K., (2000) ‘Bowen:simplicity in movement’ Physiotherapy Frontline. 6(19):22 Rousselot, P., (2000) ‘Bowen Technique’, Clinicians Complete reference to Complementary/Alternative Medicine, Mosby, Missouri, 371-380. Carter, B., (2001) ‘A pilot study to evaluate the effectiveness of Bowen Technique in the management of clients with frozen shoulder’, Complementary Therapies in Medicine. 9(4):280-15 Research

Research : 

Dicker, A., (2001) ‘Using Bowen Therapy to improve staff health’ The Australian Journal of Holistic Nursing. 8(1):38-42. Dicker, A., (2001) ‘Bowen Therapy’, Nursing Aust The Journal @ The New South Wales College of Nursing’, 2(3) 7 Carter, B., (2002) ‘Clients’ experience of frozen shoulder and its treatment with Bowen Technique’ Complementary Therapies in Nursing and Midwifery. 8(4):204-10 Akkermans, G., (2002) ‘Physio recommends Bowen for facial palsy, Physiotherapy Frontline. 8(10):30 Potter, R., (2002), ‘Evidence points to effectiveness of Bowen for frozen shoulder’ Physiotherapy Frontline. 8(7):16 Olafiminhan,K., Hall, S., (2002) ‘Bowen- moving blocked energy: Bowen is a gentle but highly effective technique for the treatment of many conditions’. Positive Health. (74):51-4 2002 Mar Research

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