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What is the Bowen Technique?

Bowen is a unique form of neuromuscular re-patterning. It works primarily through the nervous system on both structural and energetic levels.

How does it work?

This technique may be one of the single most important tools we have to facilitate healing of the whole body. Held patterns of pain and physiological dysfunctions are removed by restoring the structural integrity of the body. Incorporating a specific series of muscle and connective tissue movements that are designed to treat a wide range of problems and injuries, it is very gentle and non-invasive, yet it is incredibly effective.

Every system in the body, internal organ systems as well as the musculoskeletal structure is addressed as these gentle, powerful moves send neurological impulses to the brain, which is then given time to process the information and feed impulses back to re-align the body.

Respecting this feedback loop is essential to allow the body to restore its own natural balance. Benefits are usually apparent within two to three sesssions, even when long-standing conditions are being treated. Bowen results are long lasting and profound.

What should I expect to see during an equine session?

Equine bowen, as taught by Equi-Bow Canada, is a light touch technique performed using fingers, thumbs or the hand, which disturbs the superficial fascia and underlying structures. After a series of moves are made, the practitioner moves away from the horse for a "pause"of a varying length of time. This pause allows the horse's body to absorb the message sent by the moves and allows the practitioner to observe the horse and determine if further action is required.

Hands-on work usually lasts between 45 and 60 minutes per session. Horses often appear deeply relaxed and at ease during and after a treatment. One can usually feel increasing warmth and a change in tissue tension.

What happens after a session?

The horse's body will continue to integrate the bowen message over the following five days to a week. Keep in mind that the technique is a subtle, gentle reminder to the body to relax, through messages to the brain. Messages from other treatments will "erase" the bowen message.This is similar to the writing on a blackboard, which can be wiped away with a chalkboard eraser. For this reason, it is important to avoid all other kinds of bodywork surrounding bowen treatments as they will interfere with the subtle nerve impulses that are reprogramming the body.

What sort of conditions are improved with bowen?

When restrictions and misalignments of the fascia and tissue are released, performance is optimized. In the equine field, bowen affects many issues such as allergies, colic, congestion, club foot, laminitis, cold back, balance problems, gait disorders, postural problems, arthritic pain, chronic pain, stifle, hock and knee restrictions, hip and pelvic discomfort, asymmetry, sacroiliac problems, shoulder problems, sports injuries, back problems, TMJ Syndrome, hernias, digestive and respiratory problems, behavioural issues, muscle asymmetry and atrophy, lymphatic drainage, nervousness and more.

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