The Northern Integrative Health Practice in Sacriston, Durham specialises in Bowen Technique and Neurostructural Integration Technique (NST) which are dynamic and skillful professional bodywork therapies. Developed by the late Tom Bowen, a Bowen Technique/NST treatment initiates a process of auto-regulation to occur in the spinal column and consequently throughout the whole body. It is useful for many musculo-skeletal problems, and can be especially helpful when used after injury as a means of realigning the body for lasting pain removal and rejuvenation. A Bowen Technique/NST session influences the musculoskeletal system, autonomic nervous system, lymphatic system and acupuncture meridians, making it a truly comprehensive healing modality.

How does it work?
The Bowen Technique and NST practitioner at The NIHP Sacriston Practice in Durham makes a series of specific cross fiber rolling moves using varying pressure over muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves, which send neurological impulses to the brain. This is followed by periods of rest whereby the practitioner may occasionally leave the room to allow the body to respond; rebalancing and realigning itself.

The stimulation of the treatments are like pressing 'reset' and allowing the body to resume the natural healing process, re-organising itself and releasing muscle and fascial dysfunction via the natural activation of various neural reflexes. By alerting the body's innate healing mechanism, the resultant effect is a rapid elimination or reduction of symptoms, followed by an increase in energy and an unmistakable sense of well being.

What does a typical session involve?
A typical Bowen Technique/NST session at The NIHP in Sacriston will take approximately 45 - 60 minutes and is performed through light clothing and will begin with a detailed case history to help us fully understand your concerns, and an overall assessment of the body to identify the underlying problems and the treatment required.

The therapist will work on the major core muscles, beginning with the spinal column and then concentrating on the areas of the body which require attention. Two or three treatments are often sufficient to achieve lasting relief from many conditions, although further treatments may sometimes be required.

Bowen Technique and NST are suitable for all ages and are used for a wide range of symptoms from acute pain to chronic conditions. Clients are encouraged to return occasionally for maintenance treatments.

How can it help me?
Bowen Technique and NST work with all the body systems and can therefore help a wide array of problems. However, they are commonly used for:

• Neck conditions including whiplash
• Back pain and spinal conditions
• Jaw pain and TMJ Dysfunction
• Shoulder, elbow and wrist conditions
• Hip, knee, ankle and foot conditions
• Sciatica
• Sport or work related injuries
• Stress and tension induced problems
• Asthma or respiratory conditions
• General relaxation and body balancing
• Digestive and intestinal conditions
• Headaches, including migraine
• Menstrual, fertility and menopausal conditions
• Infant colic

Find out more or book now...
Give us a call on 0191 398 0000 or drop-in to the practice on Durham Road in Sacriston, Durham, DH7 6FE.