Shoulder – Paloma Bowen Therapy

New Baby, New Pains

24 April, 201924 July, 2019 by Paloma, posted in Testimonial

I had my first child around six months ago, and since then, I have noticed new pains in my shoulders, my upper back and a general feeling of being restricted in my movements. Before my pregnancy, and for some time during, I practised Yoga and was used to being supple and generally didn’t have muscle pain.

I knew Juan in a personal capacity, and he offered to help with Bowen. I was amazed by how different I felt after just one session, feeling immediately looser and relaxed in my shoulders and upper back. After the third and final session, I felt like I had before being pregnant and perhaps even better! I haven’t had any issues since, but if I ever need a top-up, I know where to go.

Although I know Juan independently of his Bowen practice, he was entirely professional and treated me as an individual client, objectively and confidentially. I have recommended Bowen to all my mum’s group, and I hope that they will go for treatment as it has worked wonders for me.

Restricted Shoulder and Tennis Elbow

24 October, 201829 July, 2019 by Paloma, posted in Testimonial

My work is very manual and involves lots of different movements, from lifting and carrying, to reaching and holding things tightly. Over time, my shoulder had become increasingly problematic to the point where any movement was limited and painful.

Alongside this, my elbow had started to become painful, and most noticeably when I gripped anything. Even a handshake became impossible without causing pain!

I tried physio and other treatments, such as heat and ice packs, and was taking painkillers daily to manage the pain – something I didn’t want to do. Nothing was working.

Having reached the point where my job was becoming unmanageable, I was told about Bowen Therapy by a friend, who recommended Juan at Paloma to me. I hadn’t heard of Bowen before and was a little sceptical about whether it could help, but my GP had told me that tennis elbow and shoulder pain could take up to two years to heal itself!!

Juan was very caring and understanding of my situation, and reassured me that although shoulder injuries can take a long time to heal, that Bowen was likely to improve my situation. He was right! Immediately after the first session I was able to shake his hand and lift my arm above my shoulder level without pain – an hour earlier this would have been impossible.

Juan treated me over several weeks (with gaps in between) and after each session my tennis elbow and painful shoulder continued to improve. It’s now 6-months later and I am completely pain free and able to do all that my job requires without any problems. I still can’t believe just how much things have changed.

I can’t recommend Juan highly enough. I’ve since been back for further treatment on my lower back, as I pulled a muscle working with heavy equipment. Again, after just one session, I feel much better and believe my back will be back to normal in no time.

Chronic Shoulder Problems

20 April, 201824 July, 2019 by Paloma, posted in Testimonial

Juan carried out several Bowen Therapy sessions on me. He is a confident and knowledgeable practitioner with a calm and reassuring manner.

Juan recorded a comprehensive medical history and clearly explained how the therapy sessions would be carried out (left shoulder injury, muscle tension, general muscle weakness, low energy levels, kidney therapy). A range of therapies were applied (each one clearly explained) which resulted in relaxation and a general sense of wellbeing.

There was an increase of physical energy after each session and the experience of mental clarity. There were no noticeable side-effects to the therapy.

The treatment addressed muscle tightness and imbalance and produced healing effects in the left shoulder area treated. The treatment was non-invasive and was applied to targeted areas in which I could feel noticeable improvements with each session.

I would highly recommend Juan to others seeking Bowen Therapy as a competent, trustworthy, insightful therapist.