Things people often ask.

Everyone is unique. Most people start to feel better after just one visit. Recent (acute) injuries can often be resolved in one or two visits. Injuries left untreated for months or years take longer — the body has built up layers of compensation that need to be unwound. Many chronic conditions are significantly improved in 3–6 visits.

In all cases, we follow the body's lead. It will tell us what needs to be worked on, and you'll know when it's time to come back.

Anyone committed to their health and willing to do simple things in conjunction with treatment is a good candidate. The "three W's" (Water, Walk, Wait) help your body get the most out of each session.

Loose, comfortable clothing. Bowen can be done over light clothing — you don't need to undress. You are welcome to bring non slippery shorts and t shirt to change into.

It can be. Some people are so inflamed the slightest touch is irritating. Any area of the body in need of help is often very tender to the touch. Carol works with you and your tolerance level. Most of the movements are gentle. Many clients fall asleep during sessions.

Yes, but please avoid other forms of manipulative therapy for five days before and after your Bowen session. This includes massage, chiropractic care, acupuncture, physiotherapy, reflexology, and energy work. Your body needs time to process and integrate the subtle changes initiated by the Bowen treatment. Stacking different therapies too closely together can overwhelm your system, disrupt the healing process, and make it difficult to determine which treatment was actually effective. Carol will gladly help you coordinate your schedule.

During a Bowen session, Carol uses precise, gentle moves. While some techniques involve sustained pressure, Carol always works closely with you to ensure the intensity is tolerable. You will also experience short 'rest periods' throughout the session. These pauses are essential, giving your body the necessary time to respond and process the work.

Typically Bowen is not covered by standard health insurance. However, some extended health benefit plans cover Bowen using a health care spending account. Please check with your provider — Carol can supply a receipt suitable for submission.

Carol does not, but recommends Liz Lermitte at Vibrant Pet (vibrantpet.ca, 519-404-7302) for Bowen therapy for animals.