Healing Hands Bowen Therapy

12/03/2026

In essence, the Bowenwork practitioner is a facilitator, not a manipulator.

By applying the moves, the practitioner gives the body specific neurological signals to relax, and then steps back for a few minutes to allow the body to 'relax itself.'

Compared to many other bodywork techniques, Bowenwork initiates an internal response that stimulates restoration of the body’s equilibrium, rather than an external approach of manipulating areas of tight muscle tension until it is released.
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05/03/2026

Try this quick test:

Can you comfortably stack three fingers between your upper and lower teeth when your mouth is open?

If not, it may be a sign of issues with your Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ).
Why TMJ health matters

TMJ dysfunction can cause far-reaching effects on the body.

Symptoms may include:
•Chronic headaches
•Neck and back pain
•Tinnitus and hearing loss
•Digestive issues
•Hormonal imbalances
Even seemingly unrelated issues like scoliosis or stomach pain!
An imbalanced TMJ can disrupt blood flow, neural function, and even the central nervous system, potentially leading to widespread discomfort and dysfunction.

02/03/2026

Are your Quads giving you Lower Back Pain? 🤔

It might not be your back that's the problem at all — it could be your quads!

One of your quad muscles, the Re**us Femoris, attaches directly to your pelvis. When it gets tight, it pulls your pelvis forward, overstretching your hamstrings and leaving them weak.

And when your hamstrings aren't firing properly? Your lower back picks up the slack — working overtime and leading to that all-too-familiar ache.

The fix isn't just "stretch your back" — it's about restoring balance:
✅ Loosen & stretch the quads
✅ Strengthen the hamstrings
✅ Take the load off your lower back

Your body works as a team. When one muscle isn't pulling its weight, another one suffers.

If you're dealing with persistent lower back pain, don't just push through it — get to the root cause.

📍 Visit us at the clinic for a professional assessment and personalised treatment plan to keep you moving well, feeling strong, and staying injury-free.

👇 Save this post if you sit for long periods during the day — your quads could be tighter than you think!

06/02/2026

Have you been doing your workout routine backwards?🏃‍♀️

Stop static stretching before your workout. Seriously. Here's what you should actually be doing:

BEFORE: Warm up with movement. Think light jogging, jumping jacks, arm circles, or dynamic stretches that keep you moving. You're literally warming up your muscles, increasing blood flow, and prepping your nervous system. Cold muscles that get stretched? Not helpful and potentially risky.

AFTER: Now stretch. Your muscles are warm, pliable, and ready to lengthen. This is when static stretching actually helps with flexibility, reduces muscle tension, and aids recovery. You're helping your body cool down gradually while improving your range of motion.

The quick science: Dynamic warm-ups activate your muscles and joints for the work ahead. Static stretching when you're cold can actually decrease power output and increase injury risk. But after exercise? That's when your muscles are most receptive to lengthening.

Your new routine: 5-10 min dynamic warm-up → workout → 5-10 min static stretching

Your body will thank you! 💪If you are looking for more useful advice come and see one of our experienced practitioners, call 02 60245814 or book online

25/01/2026

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22/01/2026

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When one system is under stress, others respond.

Posture influences muscle tension.
Muscle tension affects breathing.
Breathing shapes nervous system tone.
And nervous system stress can change how the whole body functions.

Bowen Therapy listens to the entire conversation — not just the loudest complaint.

20/01/2026

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Your Bowen Therapist isn’t focused on how you look — we’re focused on how you feel. Pain, tension, and imbalance are what we’re trained to see and support. No judgment, just healing hands.

16/01/2026

15/12/2025

Brief personal case study, not necessarily Bowen related...busy time of year, suffering back aches after 10+ km walk around the Rock last week, no time for Bowen, woke up with flinching debilitating back pain after a morning of gardening, tried to do my usual walk but couldn't.
So while hubby walked the dogs for 1/2 hour I did the Curves flexibility stretches, gently and on repeat, holding each for 15secs. Amazing, but predictable reaction. I'm functional again!! At least until I can get a proper Bowen. (Do them all but esp do No. 9 stretch for the whole body.)

18/11/2025

Bowen only selects one significant trauma at a time. ❤️

18/11/2025

An old post but a great reminder of the power of Bowen therapy sessions.

True story. One client who wore a fitbit checked it during the 2 min rest period and was so relaxed it had flatlined!

Ease stress and rebalance with Bowen therapy!
"During sessions clients quickly drop into deep relaxation or fall asleep, and loud peristalsis is often heard. Both of these changes are indications of profound release from stress and shift towards parasympathetic dominance. This shift could explain, in part, the common observation that Bowen Therapy sessions seem to reactivate the recovery process in situations where healing from trauma, sickness or surgery has stalled or reached a plateau."

In Australia?
• Visit www.bowen.org.au to find a Bowen therapist.
• Visit www.bowentraining.com.au to train in Bowen therapy.
Worldwide, visit www.bowtech.com
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