HOW BOWEN THERAPY WORKSMy theory is based on anecdotal evidence, a variety of research and publications, and direct observations.The "Moves" are a gentle rolling of muscles, tendons, and occasionally a nerve or ligament. The receptors probably send signals to the nervous system which responds by; a reflex arc that causes myofascial unwinding (Myo = Muscle, Fascia = Connective Tissue or "Gristle"), and a balancing of the Autonomic - Sympathetic & Parasympathetic (Involuntary) Nervous System). The knee jerk reaction is a similar reflex arc that causes a muscle contraction instead of relaxation.The unwinding and release of myofascial tension accomplishes the following:Release of tension within the myofascia itself = Pain relief and posture realignmentReleases tension on the joints which the myofascia and tendon crosses = Pain relief and posture realignment.Released tension in the fascia restores micro-currents production and conduction (liquid Crystal System). Ø Improves present healing, regeneration, and repair. Ø Re-starts healing of old wounds not yet completely healed. Ø Elongation of the connective tissue fasca opens spaces for circulation of; water, lymph, blood cells, and Qi -Chee-Life Force = Direct Currents and Bio-chemicals including Endorphins. Ø Endorphins mediate the communication between the central, immune, and endocrine systems.Releases memory of old traumas and emotional holding patterns.The nervous system balance stops the sympathetic overdrive and adrenalin release ( Fright-Flight-Fight Mode) and increases the parasympathetic (Rest & Digest Mode).Over production of adrenalin inhibits release of histamines at the local wound site. Histamines are a pre-requisite for inflammation, and this is necessary for the early stages of wound repair. This might explain why many of my patients who were under a great deal of stress at the time of their foot surgery (or others), did not heal well and had numerous complications.Improved parasympathetic function (80% of physiological functions), digestion, circulation, cardiac, respiratory, and urinary plus many others.Quite often, patients feel these changes taking place while they are undergoing their treatment. Other times, shortly after. Once in a while, after a week or two, or three.I prefer to perform a series of three weekly sessions. Usually, the first session relieves the primary problem for a day or two. The second session lasts for most of the week, but slips back a little. Then, after the third session all is well. It's best to get a "Tune-up" once every month or two during the next two years so the body permanently remembers the new holding pattern.On occasion, patients continue to unwind, experience changes in posture, and other sensations for up to two years following their last session. I believe that this is akin to the fact that when the orthodontist removes the braces which straightened the tooth sockets, a retainer must be worn for a year or two to prevent the socket from becoming crooked again. The body retains the image of the last significant position or condition.Inserting other modalities into the body's recall system following successful Bowen results can undo the process and put the patient back to square one. This means; Chiropractic, Massage and other forms of Bodywork.THIS PAGE IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION. CONTENT MAY BE ADDED DAILY. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT:http://www.drmitchellmosher.com