The Bowen Technique is, quite simply, one of the most straightforward and effective 'hands on' therapies available.

It is primarily a remedial tool, offering the body an opportunity to restore structural integrity. The Technique consists of a series of moves across muscle, tendon and other soft tissue. The therapist uses fingers or thumbs on specific areas, applying gentle pressure to effect a movement of the tissue. The Bowen Technique encourages the body to realign itself. There is no manipulation or adjustment of hard tissue and no force is used or needed. The Bowen Technique is not a form of massage

The Bowen Technique offers gentle treatment for:

• Sports or work related injuries
• Musculo-skeletal disorders
• Stress and tension based problems
• Hay fever and bronchial symptoms
• General relaxation and body balancing

At the East Grinstead Physiotherapy Clinic the commonly presenting problems include back and neck pain, knee problems, sports injuries, RSI, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow and respiratory conditions. Conditions such as chronic fatigue, hay fever, headache, kidney problems and problems requiring lymphatic drainage have responded favourably to The Bowen Technique. Some people use The Bowen Technique as a means of stress management and health maintenance seeing their therapist regularly 2-4 times a year.

For more information go to http://www.bter.org