Unit 22 Essay

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The Bowen Technique.
It is a system of subtle and precise mobilizations called "Bowen moves" over muscles, tendons, nerves and fascia. The moves are performed using the thumbs and fingers applying only gentle, non invasive pressure. A treatment consists of a series of specific sequences of moves called procedures, with frequent pauses to allow time for the body to respond.
The bown technique treats muscle pain, neck, pain, back pain, arthritic pain, annd postural problems, knee problems, pelvic, problems, foot problems, coccyx problem, groin strain, herniated disc, headache/migraines, joint problems and hamstring problems.
The primary benefit of Bowen Therapy is relief from muscular-skeletal conditions, but also for a host of other ailments including:
· Reduction or relief from pain, including sciatica
· Reduced stress
· Enhanced mobility
· Increased energy
· Enhanced immune system
· Improved circulation
· Lymphatic drainage
· Carpal tunnel syndrome
· Plantar fascitis
· Depression
· Asthma qualifications required for bowen technique:
· Modular learning programmes for Bowen practitioner training - (Modules 1 to 7)
· Continuing Education Programmes
· Specialised Bowen Procedures 1 to enhance practitioners skills
· Specialised Bowen Procedures 2 Masters' for the experienced Bowen practitioner
· Approved Workshops on specific clinical situations, niche areas (e.g. sports, mind/body, back pain, mother & baby, chronic fatigue, stroke, etc)
· Practitioner Review Workshops
· Instructor Training Programmes
· Underpinning knowledge, anatomy & physiology, clinical skills etc to ensure well qualified practitioners
· Bowen Hands the quarterly journal of the Bowen Therapy Academy of Australia
· International Bowtech Conferences (Australia, Europe, U.S.A.)
Reiki
Reiki is a spiritual practice developed in 1922 by Japanese Buddhist Mikao Usui, which has since been adapted by various teachers of varying traditions. It uses a technique commonly called palm healing or hands-on-healing as a form