Have questions?
What happens during the session?
The treatment usually takes 30 min - 1 hour, depending on the issue. Bowen moves are best performed directly on skin but you don’t have to undress - just wear light loose clothing. If you have trouble lying down we can work on you seated.
How Bowen therapy works?
It works by enabling muscles and tissues to return to its correct tone, and as a result to restore the balance of the body. Restoring the balance means improved posture, stimulated lymph and blood flow, improved organ function and relaxed nervous system - all of this helping to resolve a wide range of conditions.
Is it safe?
Bowen therapy involves no spine manipulation or painful movements, all moves are very gentle and non-invasive. It can be safely done even on newborn babies or elderly people, or pregnant women. There is no contra-indication for acute injuries, so you can get a treatment relieving the pain straight away.
Can I continue the medications/other therapies while I have Bowen?
Yes, Bowen therapy is a complementary technique and works alongside the traditional medicine and other treatments. However it is recommended not to have Bowen session within 5 days of having other bodywork done, to let the body focus on the processes initiated by Bowen.
Is the treatment covered by health insurance?
Unfortunately due to Australian government reform, from 1st April 2019 sixteen natural therapies (Bowen therapy, naturopathy, pilates, reflexology and many other modalities) can no longer be claimed on private health insurance. However we keep the prices very affordable, and discounts are offered on maintenance packages.
How many treatments are required?
Acute conditions may require only 1 -2 treatments. Chronic pain and other chronic issues generally need 3 or more treatments to resolve, but you should feel the improvements after the first couple of treatments. The treatments are spaced 5-10 days apart to give the body the chance to respond to the changes initiated during the session.
If you have any other questions please feel free to call Irina for no obligation phone chat