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Can Bowen Therapy help Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Neuropathy, specifically peripheral neuropathy, is a condition involving damage or dysfunction of the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. It disrupts signals between the central nervous system and the rest of the body, causing symptoms like pain, burning, tingling, numbness, and muscle weakness, frequently starting in the hands and feet. 

Types of Nerves Affected

  • Sensory nerves: Handle sensations like touch, pain, and temperature.

  • Motor nerves: Control muscle movement.

  • Autonomic nerves: Regulate involuntary functions like blood pressure and digestion.
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Common Symptoms:

  • "Pins and needles" sensation or numbness.

  • Sharp, burning, or electric-shock-like pain.

  • Muscle weakness or cramping.Increased sensitivity to touch.

  • Poor coordination and balance.


Common Causes:

  • Diabetes: The most common cause, where high blood sugar damages nerves.

  • Injuries: Physical trauma to nerves.

  • Vitamin deficiencies: Especially B12, sometimes copper or Vitamin E.

  • Toxins/Alcohol: Long-term alcohol use or exposure to chemicals.

  • Autoimmune diseases: Immune system attacking nerves.


Management and Treatment

Treatment typically focuses on addressing the underlying cause (e.g., managing blood sugar for diabetics) to prevent further damage. To manage pain, doctors may prescribe specific medications like anti-seizure drugs (gabapentin) or antidepressants that help stabilize nerve signals. Physical therapy and lifestyle changes—such as quitting smoking and improving nutrition—are also frequently recommended.


Bowen Therapy as a treatment option for managing Neuropathy symptoms.

Yes, Bowen Therapy can help manage neuropathy symptoms by calming the nervous system, improving circulation to damaged nerves, and reducing pain. It is a gentle, non-invasive, hands-on treatment that helps alleviate tingling, numbness, and burning sensations by shifting the body from a fight-or-flight state to a restorative, parasympathetic state.

How Bowen Therapy Helps Neuropathy

  • Calms the Nervous System: It aims to "re-set" nerve pathways that have been closed down by chronic pain or inflammation.

  • Improves Circulation: The movements promote blood flow to affected areas, which helps nourish damaged nerves and reduce pain.

  • Reduces Muscle Tension: By releasing tightness surrounding nerves, it helps lessen the pressure causing tingling or numbness.

  • Diminishes Symptoms: Patients frequently report improved sensation and decreased pain in the hands and feet.

  • Supports Other Conditions: It is effective for neuropathic issues related to diabetes, chemotherapy, or chronic constriction.

Bowen Therapy is a gentle approach that involves very light pressure, making it ideal for those sensitive to touch. Strategic pauses in Bowen Therapy—lasting two or more minutes—are essential breaks between gentle moves, allowing the body to process and integrate the neurological signals. These pauses, when the therapist may leave the room, are as crucial as the moves to avoid overloading the nervous system and promote deeper healing. While some people experience significant improvement in one to three sessions, for others who receive only short-term relief, regular Bowen sessions is often best for managing chronic symptoms over time.

Neuropathy Success Stories

  • CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME.  I treated a young lady using the Bowen basic treatment and added an advanced wrist procedure. Within the next week she called to tell me that the pain disappeared shortly after leaving my office and her wrist did not bother her at all. I treated her one more time and I have seen her at the theatre since the treatments and she remains pain free.

  • CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME - Geoff, 67.      I am a recently retired cabinet maker, having worked at my trade for over 50 years. For the last 20 years I have had problems with my shoulders as a result of using power tools and to sleep at night I have had to prop myself up with 3 pillows to ease the shoulder pain. Then for the last 5 years I have also had trouble with my hands and wrists – tingling, cold fingers, numbness and pain. It was diagnosed as carpal tunnel syndrome. For this I have worn gloves and wrist supports to help ease the pain. I couldn’t pick up small things (nails, screws, and even a $2 coin) and was even having trouble driving the car and doing small household jobs. Then I saw a small ad in our local newspaper suggesting Bowen therapy as a way of easing carpal tunnel syndrome. This was a simple muscle manipulation and exercise regime and after just one session I could notice a change. After each of the following 5 sessions there were more changes. My symptoms have been improved by say 80% and hopefully if I continue my exercises and perhaps have a few more treatments later, this may improve even more. In the meantime, I have a life back – much less pain and inconvenience. I’m back to driving and working. I am very grateful to my therapist who was able to help me so much.

It is recommended to consult with a qualified Bowen Therapist to create a personalized plan.
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