£1 billion with a consequent loss of 180 million working days. This “epidemic” requires an effective solution and The Bowen Technique is becoming a major player in the choice of proactive therapies which may provide rapid and lasting treatment. Bowen practitioners consistently see a significant improvement or complete resolution of back pain and dysfunction in a good 80% of cases. I always prefer my client’s testimonials to do the talking and please take a moment to read the following comments from one of my regular clients. Welcome to the spring edition of The Bowen Clinic newsletter. One of The Bowen Clinic venues hosted at the Pioneering Care Centre in Newton Aycliffe celebrates its 4th anniversary this month. Many new clients have received treatment within the welcoming environment of the therapy suite and I must extend my gratitude to the staff who ensure the facility operates faultlessly every day. Thank you once again to everyone who has provided the clinic with testimonials. These can be viewed in full on The Bowen Clinic website (www.the-bowen-clinic.co.uk). I have attended a number of fairs recently offering free Bowen Technique taster sessions and have subsequently welcomed a number of new clients to The Bowen Clinic. Not a single appointment was left unbooked and it was so rewarding to see the variation in ages experiencing the treatment with the youngest being 18 and the oldest 88! The Bowen Clinic is now on Facebook – please feel free to take part, read updates and keep in touch. One of the most common complaints presenting to clinicians worldwide is back pain. This is categorically reflected by the statistics in the article “The Economic Burden of Back Pain in the UK”. Approximately 60-80% of people will experience back pain at some point in their life and the recurrence of back pain episodes are as high as 84%. Each year back pain costs the NHS Testimonial – Back Neck and Shoulder Pain “Over the past twelve months I have been attending The Bowen Clinic for top up treatments to try and maintain a pain free lifestyle. I have found by attending regular sessions the benefits I have gained are in no doubt a positive outcome for me. The treatment can be easily incorporated into my busy lifestyle without suffering major discomfort for days like many of the other treatments I have encountered over the years. Pain and discomfort appear to be a thing of the past and I cannot put a value on that. One very important factor to remember when having the Bowen treatment is to drink plenty of water. This makes a big difference to how your body responds to treatment and is vital to keeping your joints and body feeling flexible and subtle. Cannot thank Jane and The Bowen Clinic enough” Trevor The Bowen Technique for Migraine Migraine symptoms are often triggered by a wide range of stimuli and the profound effects (continued overleaf…….) are debilitating for sufferers. The Bowen Technique can provide fast and effective pain relief and in some cases permanent correction that can last up to two years. A recent research study was carried out over a six week period; each participant received three treatments with The Bowen Technique. The participants had all been suffering Migraines for at least 10 years, some for over 30. The results were particularly positive; of the 39 participants in the study 31 reported a marked improvement in their migraine symptoms. leg is now pain free and makes car journeys much easier and neck turns are much easier however this continues to be a recurring problem. I find The Bowen Technique is a gentle and very relaxing treatment. My problems have been successfully treated and in addition I feel a sense of total wellbeing after a session. REMEMBER You are not just what you eat; you are also what you drink! If you are committed to a healthy lifestyle and long term health make drinking water a habit and priority in your life Presentations which may respond well to The Bowen Technique include: Recommended Reading Hay fever Asthma Neck Pain Knee Problems Ankle / Foot Problems Irritable Bowel Syndrome There are some great motivational books out there. If you enjoy your sport why not try “Finding Ultra” and, if you are becoming more aware of the dangers of sugar consumption, you will find “I Quit Sugar” a fascinating read. Testimonial –Neck pain and Sciatica Neck pains prevented any reasonable turning of my head from side to side. My leg pain did not stop me from doing anything but was very painful when sitting for longer than half an hour for example on a car journey of in a restaurant. Since treatment with The Bowen Technique my Frozen Shoulder Back Pain Sciatica Hip / Pelvic Pain Hamstring Strain Sports Injuries I leave you for now with a spring message; following a long dark winter we can feel a lack of energy and enthusiasm and a feeling of being under par. It is therefore vital to look after the body by ensuring an adequate water intake, a balanced diet, plenty of exercise with adequate sleep and relaxation. Maintenance treatments and a regular check up with The Bowen Technique are recommended to ensure you maximize your health and wellness.