Getting up in the morning can become difficult when you suffer from lower back pain. It can leave you paralysed and in agonising pain.
Simple tasks such as driving to work, going to the bathroom or sitting at the dinner table can become difficult.
Lower back pain does not only have physical symptoms, it can lead to damaged relationships as well. Those with lower back pain can become prone to outbursts, often taking out their frustration on their loved ones.
According to a report by Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, around 3 million Australians (14 percent) have reported having lower back pain.
Lower back problems can be caused by a variety factors—the most common being injury or muscle strain. Lifting heavy objects or weights can cause injury to the spine or result in muscle strain.
Sometimes, lower back pain can be a sign of an autoimmune disease or something much worse, such as spinal cancer. However, this is rare and in most cases, lower back pain is not something that is alarming.
What is Bowen Therapy?
Bowen therapy, also known as the Bowen technique, is a technique that works on the soft connective tissue (known as fascia) of the body. It is applied at precise points of the body.
The technique involves using the forefingers and thumbs to massage the pressure points in a gentle manner. It is used to help the body go into self-healing mode to naturally treat different conditions.
How Does Bowen Therapy Help?
Bowen therapy helps promote blood circulation.
When blood flows through the organs of the body, the mind starts relaxing. The patient is able to breathe more freely and stress is alleviated.
Tension from the muscles is released and symptoms of anxiety, fatigue and pain are reduced, leaving the patient feeling light.
Between the therapeutic massage, the Bowen therapist may pause or leave the room for 2-4 minutes. This allows the patient to respond to the treatment.
Bowen therapy is a complementary method. It is not a cure, but physical manipulation that is used to reduce symptoms of various disorders and to manage stress. It has no known side effects and can be performed on young adults, as well as those in their 50s.
If you are looking for a Bowen therapist in Brisbane, a full body massage or remedial massage, book an appointment with Brisbane Livewell Clinic today.
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