What is Bowen Technique

A 60-year-old lady with chronic kidney disease and tuberculosis, weighing approximately 45 kg, was completely bedridden and dependent on assistance for all movements. She was undergoing dialysis three times a week and experienced severe calf pain, emotional distress, constipation, and significant muscle weakness.

Initially, Bowen procedures BRM 1, 2, 3 and Knee were performed to address pain and support overall balance. As she was emotionally vulnerable and often tearful, Pelvic and Head procedures were incorporated in selected sessions. When constipation became troublesome, the Colon procedure provided considerable relief.

Gradually, improvements in comfort and mobility were noticed. Once she was able to stand with the support of a walker, Quadriceps and Psoas procedures were added to encourage further movement. Over time, she progressed to taking small steps and now walks around her home with a walker, always under the supervision of her nurse. She is also able to sit comfortably for longer periods and enjoys watching television.

Today,  ( as of June 2026)  treatments are provided only occasionally when requested by the family. Equally important has been providing emotional support through counselling and compassionate listening. As a widow living with her daughter and son, being heard and supported has been an essential part of her journey.

-Dipal writes

I am Khushboo bramhecha here aged 37 a housemaker.

One noon just after taking a nap I had severe pain in my left side of body.

It felt nerves getting stretched badly right from finger to neck ,spine, legs till toes. Pain was constant and unbearable for 15 days.
I had my MRI of spine done and was suggested by orthopedic doctor, physician and neurologist as muscle spasm and mibor cervical and prescribed muscle relaxant and pain killers.

It did not give me relief and duration told was minimum one more month.
Physiotherapy was somewhere helping me to cope up.

Bowen therapy was then to my rescue which had me revived from severe sciatic pain and 3 months of bed rest before 7 years too. Shalini menon mam finally had me treated and I could move my hand, legs and get up from bed.
After my second session I was moving and got back to routine life.
All thanks to her and this therapy... 

It's works miracle and it's been 3 weeks i am improving with better strength and minimal pain and had ditched all the medicines . Mam just treats with so much of ease and trust me the results are permanent ...
It's looks from outer pressing few points which is painless and results was whole body cured of the pain.
Will always be thankful and indebted to her for getting back on my legs and would definitely recommend for any kind of pain in body.

Have even met people here  bedridden due to cervical and we walk out together after therapy.

Khushboo bramhecha ( aged 37, housemaker)

Safna’s story is one of resilience, hope, and the remarkable capacity of the body to find balance when given the opportunity.
As a young student, Safna began experiencing frequent and distressing fainting episodes. These episodes were severe, sometimes lasting close to an hour, causing significant concern for both her and her family. The unpredictability of the episodes was particularly frightening, as they could occur while she was at college hostel or away from immediate support.

Determined to find answers, her parents sought extensive medical investigations. Various tests and scans were conducted in an effort to identify an underlying cause. While serious medical conditions were ruled out, no clear explanation could be found. It was suggested that emotional and mental stress may have been contributing factors, as Safna is a sensitive and thoughtful young person.

Having experienced Bowen Therapy herself and being a Bowen practitioner, Safna’s mother understood the gentle, holistic approach Bowen offers. She suggested that Safna begin a course of Bowen sessions to support her overall wellbeing and help her body navigate the stresses it was experiencing.

Over the course of several sessions, positive changes began to emerge. Safna reported feeling calmer, more balanced, and better able to cope with daily challenges. Most significantly, the fainting episodes that had once disrupted her life gradually ceased.

Today, after five to six Bowen sessions and ongoing maintenance care, Safna is delighted to report that she has not experienced a recurrence of these frightening episodes. The confidence this has restored for both her and her family has been invaluable. No longer living with the constant fear of suddenly losing consciousness, she is able to focus on her studies and enjoy life with greater peace of mind.

While every individual responds differently and Bowen Therapy is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions, Safna’s experience highlights the potential benefits of supporting the body’s natural capacity for self-regulation and balance.

Her journey serves as a reminder of the profound impact that a gentle, nervous-system-focused approach can have on a person’s overall wellbeing. Iam grateful to Safna and her family for allowing us to share their story and hope it encourages others to explore pathways that support health, resilience, and quality of life.

“I feel more relaxed, more confident, and most importantly, I haven’t experienced the fainting episodes that once affected my daily life. Bowen has been an important part of my wellbeing journey.”

Safna

I just wanted to share some beautiful feedback from my 80 year-old client after only 2 Bowen treatments.

His main reason for trying Bowen Therapy was severe osteoarthritis, lower back pain, and sciatica associated with aging. He still works, running a family-owned vet business that supplies medication for animals, mainly horses. He is very positive, full of life, and was willing to give Bowen a go to help him get through his day with minimal pain.

1st Treatment Session:

I noticed his body was in a lot of pain: very tight, heavy, and restricted. With his wife’s help, we carefully and slowly got him onto the treatment table. It was quite a challenge, as he could barely move his legs to adjust his posture on the table because they were so heavy and sore.

For the first session, I kept it simple and focused on balancing procedures: BRM 1,BRM 2.Kidney.Pelvic, Knee,BRM 3

His feedback after Session 1:

“Good morning Ferangiz,

I hope that you, your family and ‘Goldie’ are all well.

Thank you for your help last night and although I am a little stiff and sore this morning, as you predicted, I hope that the Bowen Therapy will help restore my movement and posture and reduce my arthritic and back pain.

Thank you so much. I wish you a great week and we will see you again next Saturday evening as planned. Take care.”

2nd Treatment Session:

He returned for his second session a week later, happy with his progress and noticing positive shifts in his body.

I wanted to perform the Sciatica procedure during this session, but I was hesitant because of the pain and difficulty involved in lifting his leg while lying on the table.

Farida suggested using the Pregnancy Moves instead for his sciatica pain, as it can be done while standing rather than lying down and wow, it worked like magic!

I also gave him the standing sacral exercise as homework.

BRM 1,BRM 2, Pregnancy moves (SBP2)

His feedback after Session 2:

“Good evening Ferangiz,

I hope that you are all well.

As you predicted, I was quite sore all over on Sunday, but since then I have had less discomfort and my lower back has improved during the last 2 days. I did 10,000 steps today and although my legs and feet were a bit sore, they have recovered this evening.

So, I consider that there is good improvement overall and no pain overnight.

Ferangiz

HI,

I am Simmer Bhatia from Mumbai. I had a slip disc in 2013 L3/L4/L5. I could hardly walk that 
time and it took me a year to get back to normal functioning. Since then I have been very 
careful with lifting of heavy weights. I had stopped gym. Only restricted to walking. Since a year 
now I started feeling heaviness in my left leg and no energy in body. Also, early morning, lower 
back used to pain while getting out of the bed. I also discovered in 2024 beginning, I had osteoporosis.
When I met Dr Gursimran and heard about Bowen therapy. Her Aura and the way she 
explained in her soft hypnotic voice, I instantly said yes.

My first session with her was magical. Being a Healer myself, I could feel the magic of her touch, instantly. But what I felt post the session from the very next day, was miraculous. I felt overall calmness, a certain vibrant energy in my body. Pain was less and that’s when I knew my decision to take this Bowen therapy from her was right.

Post that in breaks as suggested by her, I took more sessions and each session was magical.

I feel more energetic overall. Pain while getting up at morning from bed is hardly 20% left. My legs feel stronger. 
Dr Gursimran is truly a blessed soul and is gifted with a magical touch. Her knowledge of this practice and her patience in explaining intricate details about the practice and your body functioning and its issues, with calmness is remarkable. 

I wish Dr Gursimran growth and success in her practice and truly recommend each one of you interested, to definitely do Bowen therapy from her. 

6/11/2025

Healer/Counselor/Spiritual Reader/Author/Movie script writer/ Director Simmer Bhatia 
 

Simmer Bhatia