Meryl Cook MSc, PDHom (UK)
Classical Homeopath & Bowen Practitioner
The most dramatic I experienced was the one Bowen treatment I received on a sore shoulder. Approximately 8 months before my treatment I had injured my shoulder during a near hurricane - my hot tub knocked me to the ground as it took flight during a violent storm. For 8 months I had recurring sharp pain in my shoulder that was most apparent when I was driving. After a single Bowen session the pain was goneovernight. Almost 2 years later and I'm still pain free.
After suffering for several years from back pain and limited mobility, I have regained much of my mobility with a remarkable reduction of pain through the healing powers of Bowen Technique performed by Meryl Cook. Within a very short period of time I was able to put my cane away and have only used it once during a major move since. The treatment itself is non- invasive, relaxing and comfortable. Meryl's genuine concern and professionalism has been an added
Joan MacDonald,
a grateful client.
I do not have the words to say enough about Meryl Cook and the "magic" she weaves to give peace and relief to the aching parts of my body. Suffering with chronic pain of fibromyalgia can be grating on the nerves, but of all the things I have tried, Meryl's Bowen technique and bedside manner gave me longer periods of
The Bowen Technique
With the Bowen Technique, 70% of patients' conditions resolve in just 3 to 7 treatments. Many problems which are difficult to treat with other therapies respond well to the gentle, non-invasive approach of Bowen. Difficult to treat problems, with which Meryl has had good success using the Bowen Technique include: frozen shoulder, sciatica, plantar fasciitis and fibromyalgia.
The Bowen Technique is a dynamic system of muscle and connective tissue therapy developed in the 1950's by the late Tom Bowen of Australia. This celebrated therapist regularly treated over 13,000 patients a year. His unique system uses gentle moves on soft tissue to stimulate energy flow and empower the body’s own healing resources. Like homeopathy, the Bowen Technique stimulates the body to heal itself and to regain balance.
Bowen is Not...
The Bowen Technique is unlike most other forms of bodywork. It does not involve deep massage, or adjustment of the body structure. There is no forceful separation of fascia or directing of energy by the practitioner. Many of the Bowen moves coincide with acupuncture points, but it is not acupressure.
What Happens in a Bowen Session?
A Bowen treatment consists of gentle, rolling movements done with the practitioner’s hands on specific points of the body. These moves are light and can be done through clothing. They stimulate a systemic response so powerful that a pause is observed between each series of moves to allow the body to integrate this information.
A pattern of movements and pauses continues throughout the treatment. The rhythm is so soothing and relaxing that most patients fall asleep during the session. Benefits are usually apparent within two sessions, even when long-standing conditions are being treated.
What has been successfully treated with the Bowen Technique?
Some of the conditions which Meryl has treated since 1996 with the Bowen Technique include:
- back pain
- frozen shoulder
- tennis elbow/golfer’s elbow/carpal tunnel syndrome/repetitive strain injuries
- arthritic pain
- headaches & migraines
- TMJ pain
- earache and ear infections
- scoliosis
- postural problems
- asthma, allergies and sinusitis
- chronic fatigue syndrome
- fibromyalgia
- foot and ankle problems (plantar fasciitis, bunions, hammer toes, heel spurs)
- knee and hip restrictions
- pelvic problems including inguinal hernia
- digestive problems including acid reflux, hiatal hernia
- gynecological problems
- pain during labour and delivery
- prostrate problems
- bedwetting in children (and incontinence in the elderly)
For more information about the Bowen Technique, consult the Bowen International website at www.bowtech.com
Who Can Benefit?
The Bowen Technique is safe to use on everyone - from newborns to the elderly. It is effective for both recent and long-standing conditions. The treatments are usually done on a bed or massage table, but can be adapted to the patient sitting in a chair or wheelchair.
How Can The Bowen Technique Help?
Bowen treatment brings:
- rapid and lasting relief from pain and discomfort
- reduced stress - physical, emotional and mental
- improved joint mobility
- improved circulation of lymphatic and venous fluids
- improved elimination of toxins
- empowering of the body’s own natural resources to heal itself
- improved digestion and assimilation of nutrients