What is it and how it works
Bowtech, the original Bowen Technique, is a gentle form of body work in which subtle moves performed over the muscles and connective tissue send messages deep into the body, retrieving cellular memory of a preferred, relaxed, balanced way of wellbeing. Results can be remarkable, even from the first session; often only a few sessions are needed to correct the presenting problem.
There are frequent but very essential pauses throughout the session that allows the body time to respond and begin the healing process. The practitioner can target a specific problem or address the body as a whole.
The technique addresses not only the musculoskeletal framework, but also the fascia, nerves and internal organs. The body’s integrated response improves circulation and lymphatic drainage and aids assimilation of nutrients and elimination of toxins.
Can the Bowen technique help me?
The original Bowen Technique is extremely gentle and is considered appropriate for anyone from pregnant women to newborn babies, the frail and the elderly.
It can assist recovery from many conditions, from traumatic injury to chronic illness, depending upon each individual’s capacity to heal. No adverse side effects have been reported.
The technique should be considered for:
• Back pain and sciatica
• Digestive and bowel problems including IBS
• Earache, ear infections and migraines
• Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome
• Knee, ankle and foot problems
• Menstrual and hormonal irregularities
• Neck/shoulder problems including frozen shoulder
• Groin pain, pelvic tilt and uneven leg length
• Respiratory problems and hay fever
• RSI, carpal tunnel syndrome and tennis elbow
• Sports and accident injuries
Where did the Bowen Technique originate?
Thomas Bowen (1916 - 1982) The initiator of the Bowen Technique
The Bowen Technique was developed in the 1950’s by the late Tom Bowen from Geelong, Australia. Bowen became a celebrated therapist, regularly treating over 13,000 patients a year. In 1974, he invited Oswald Rentsch and his wife Elaine to study with him and document his procedures. Honouring their promise to Bowen, they began to teach the technique in 1986.
Since then, over 20,000 therapists worldwide have undertaken Bowen training. This is where it all started, all Bowen training is based on Bowtech, who introduced and continue to bring the Bowen Technique to the world.
Dedicated to preserving the technique and ensuring that it is taught in its original form, they founded the Bowen Therapy Academy of Australia in 1987. Thanks to the continuing work of Bowtech, the Bowen Technique is now a globally recognised healing modality.
Oswald and Elaine are thrilled to be working in association with the Border College of Natural Therapies to bring the nationally recognised training in Bowen Therapy to Australia.
Oswald Rentsch M.B.T., D.O.A.R.T. (Bach)
Elaine Rentsch M.B.T., Dip.Hom.Ion.
Principals of The Bowen Therapy Academy
of Australia.
