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 What is Golfer's Elbow?Golfer’s Elbow, scientifically known as epicondylitis, is a condition where the tendons that connect the forearm to the elbow become inflamed. The pain initiates from the bony bump-like structure of the elbow and travels down the inside of the forearm. The name is a misnomer, in that it doesn’t just affect golfers. Golfer’s elbow is different from Tennis elbow in that, tennis elbow affects the tendons on the outside of the elbow, while Golfer’s Elbow is caused by damage to the tendons on the inside of the elbow. It is also less common than tennis elbow. What Causes Golfer's Elbow?The condition gets its name from an overused hand motion, like that of a golfer. Golfer’s Elbow is caused by forearm muscle overuse due to repetitive movements like flexing, gripping or swinging. These movements can cause tiny tears in the tendons. Overuse of tools like hammers, rakes and paintbrushes can cause Golfer’s Elbow as well. When to Seek Help for Golfer's Elbow? If your symptoms are not improving after two weeks, it's probably worth getting somebody to look at your Golfer's Elbow. Getting it seen to early can facilitate a faster recovery and reduce the chance of re-occurrence. Without allowing the injury to heal, and continuing the activity that is aggravating the golfer's elbow, the pain will likely get worse. In some extreme cases, surgery might be required. How may Bowen Therapy help people with Golfer's Elbow?Bowen Therapy may help to increase blood flow to the area to increase the rate of healing and speed up recovery. Bowen may also help by working to release tension in the flexor muscles of the forearm which could be putting additional stress on the tendons of the elbow and preventing recovery.
Many clients with Golfer's Elbow that have Bowen Therapy may report a faster rate of healing, a better range in their movements, and feeling more comfortable doing the activities they enjoy. With Bowen Therapy we address the whole body, targeting several different areas we see as contributing to the problem. And because Bowen works differently to other therapists (through the nervous system), it's not uncommon to get results where other therapists have failed.. You can read some reviews from Louis's clients on the Review page here, or Book Online here for a Bowen Session targeting Golfer's Elbow in Geelong. What is Hay Fever?
What Causes Hay Fever?When one inhales dust, pollen or other such particles, the immune system treats them as dangerous foreign substances, causing the body to release histamine and leukotrienes, which inflame parts of the nasal passage, eyelids and can trigger sneezing. All these symptoms are meant to protect one’s body by either trapping or expelling the allergen. At times, the closure of nasal passages may block sinus drainage openings, causing sinusitis. How may Bowen Therapy help people with Hay Fever?Bowen clients may report substantially reduced hay fever symptoms after Bowen Therapy sessions, and in some severe cases, Bowen may have helped to make life a lot more comfortable, especially for those whom have had limited relief from medications. Some researchers have found that the nervous system may play a significant role in hay fever sufferers. This may help explain how the Bowen Technique, which works with the fascia and nerves of the body, may have helped improve hay fever symptoms in these people.
You can read Reviews from Louis's clients here, or Book Online here for a Bowen Therapy session targeting Hay Fever in Geelong. What is Arthritis?
What Causes Arthritis?Cartilage is the hard coating found at the end of the bones which meet at a joint. Due to wear and tear of the cartilage, those diagnosed with Osteoarthritis have a situation where their bones are grinding against one another when the joint is being moved which can result in restricted movement of the affected joint and pain. Normally this occurs with age, over years, but there can be a sudden onset after an injury as well. For those suffering from Rheumatoid Arthritis, the body’s immune system attacks the lining present in the joint capsule. This is a tough membrane that encloses the entire joint and is known as the synovial membrane which provides lubrication to the joint. When it becomes inflamed, the bone and cartilage of the affected joint can become damaged through the un-lubricated grinding of the adjoining bones as the joint moves. Family history, age, sex and previous joint injuries are various factors that can predispose someone towards Arthritis. When to Seek Help for Arthritis? With rheumatoid arthritis, the earlier one seeks help the better. Since the lack of synovial fluid in the joint is causing a higher rate of wear and tear to the cartilage within the joint, the earlier proper functioning is restored to the joint, the less structural damage that will be sustained to the cartilage and bony structures within the joint. If one is suffering from osteoarthritis, it is not possible to replenish damaged joint cartilage or underlying bone damage, however people suffering from osteoarthritis should rest when pain starts becoming more severe and keep the pain to a manageable level. How may Bowen Therapy help people with Arthritis?With rheumatoid arthritis, Bowen Therapy works through the body's nervous and fascial system, which means we are working on a root cause - the nervous system which is in turn attacking the lining of the joints. With osteoarthritis, when the worn, rough joint surfaces are not tightly held together by the surrounding tight muscles, the rough surfaces can glide past each other more easily and clients may report they can do much more before they feel pain. Many Bowen Therapy clients with either osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis may report a faster rate of healing, a better range of movement in their joints and feeling more comfortable doing the activities they enjoy. And with Bowen therapy we address the whole body, targeting several different areas we see as contributing to the problem, and that's how we may get our results to last longer. You can read some reviews from Louis's Bowen Therapy clients on the Review page here, or Book Online here for a Bowen Therapy Session targeting Arthritis in Geelong.
What is Lower Back Pain?
Facet joints are small stabilizing joints located between and behind adjacent vertebrae of the spine. In people experiencing facet joint based lower back pain, the saddle like base which is covered by a synovial lining, becomes inflamed. This results in extra pressure when one bends backwards, leading to immense amount of pain. In this case, bending forward generally provides relief as the forward flexion decompresses the facet joint, relieving pressure and pain. On the other hand, intervertebral disc based lower back pain is a result of a tear in the discs; soft cushion-like structures in the spine. This results in a protrusion or bulging of the disc structure which can compress certain nerves, leading to pain that is experienced in the hip region, legs, ankles and feet. Unlike, facet joint pain in the back, disc pain intensifies in nature when one bends forward as this exerts pressure on the back of the disc structure where the nerve exists the spine. What Causes Lower Back Pain?Facet joint motion in the lower back can be disrupted by injury, leading to stiffening of the back caused by bone spurs, joint capsule scarring or thickening and muscle spasms or hypermobility of the joint due to fractures, dislocations, overstretched ligaments etc. Various factors can lead to disc damage in the lower back like age, obesity, lack of exercise, poor posture etc. One can either experience degenerative disc disease due to holding the same position for a length of time or a ruptured disc where the disc develops tears and causes the fluid to irritate surrounding structures leading to pain and even sciatica. Osteoarthritis or degeneration of the spine can be a cause of lower back pain also. According to the book 'Campbell's Operative Orthopaedics: Adult Spine Surgery', MRI evidence has shown that 100% of people over 50 years old have lumbar (lower spine) degeneration, however clearly, 100% of those 50 years or over do not experience constant lower back pain, so degeneration of the spine does not always mean one has to live in pain. When to Seek Help for Lower Back Pain? If lower back pain is persistent it's a good idea to get somebody to look at it without leaving it too long. The earlier the causes of the back pain can be addressed, typically the faster lasting relief will be experienced. How may Bowen Therapy help people with Lower Back Pain? Lower back pain caused by muscles, tendons, pinched nerves, facet joints, arthritis or disc problems are all worth seeing your Bowen Therapist about. Bowen may works on the whole body and may help increase circulation to the damaged structures and tissues to facilitate faster healing and relieve the pain. Also, because Bowen targets several different areas we see as contributing to back pain, not just the back, that's how we may get our results to last longer. You can read some reviews from Louis's clients on the Review page here, or Book Online here for a Bowen Therapy session targeting Lower Back Pain in Geelong.
What is Tennis Elbow?
What Causes Tennis Elbow?Surprisingly, Tennis Elbow only occurs in 5% of people who play tennis. It is commonly found to occur in people who are involved in jobs where they are required to perform repetitive types of motion. For example, cutting trees, playing a musical instrument, carpentry, rowing a boat, cutting meat etc. Due to the constant to-and-fro of the arm, the tendons that connect the extensor carpi radialis brevis muscle to the elbow, develop rips and cause pain. Apart from sport and certain occupations, age also seems to play a role in those who may be predisposed to developing a Tennis Elbow. The condition is found to mostly occur in adults who are between the ages of 30 and 50. When to Seek Help for Tennis Elbow? Having somebody look at your tennis elbow earlier rather than later may facilitate a faster recovery and reduce the chance of re-occurrence. If your pain is not improving after two weeks its probably worth getting it looked at. How may Bowen Therapy help people with Tennis Elbow?Bowen Therapy may help to increase blood flow to the area to increase the rate of healing and speed up recovery. Bowen may also help by working to release tension in the extensor muscles of the forearm which could be putting additional stress on the tendons of the elbow and preventing recovery. The good thing about Bowen Therapy is that we address the whole body, targeting several different areas we see as contributing to the problem, not just the elbow, and this is how we may get our results to last longer. You can read some reviews from our clients on the Review page here, or Book Online here for a Bowen Therapy session targeting Tennis Elbow in Geelong.
What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? What Causes Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? It is believed that a variety of factors can lead to the onset of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. The way the large intestine contracts can have a direct impact on the symptoms one might experience if suffering from it. Normally, the colon contracts in a rhythmic fashion as food moves from the stomach and down the intestinal tract. For someone suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome, the contractions can be stronger and can even last longer leading to bloating and diarrhoea. On the contrary, contractions can be weak, leading to slow passage of food which results in constipation. Such abnormalities in the gastrointestinal nervous system are primary causes for the symptoms one experiences when suffering from IBS. Certain triggers can also instigate symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome in some people. These can include factors like food that include chocolates, spices, milk, alcohol etc. Stress is also found to aggravate symptoms but not cause them. Hormones also play a vital role, with women twice as likely to be diagnosed with IBS as men. When to Seek Help for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? Irritable Bowel Syndrome can be a painful experience and something that can lead to haemorrhoids and even depression due to lifestyle changes required to be implemented. Therefore, treatment for this disease by doctors usually focuses on alleviating the effects of symptoms so that one can live as normally as possible. The foremost treatment options that most doctors include are changes in lifestyle and diet. This includes plenty of exercise, intake of fluids, rest and avoiding specific food types that can act as triggers for Irritable Bowel Syndrome in an individual. This can mean eliminating high-gas foods like cauliflower, carbonated drinks, cabbage etc, along with gluten. Doctors may also prescribe medication that can include taking fibre supplements, anti-diarrheal medications, antibiotics if excessive bacteria is found in the colon, and even anti-depressants. How may Bowen Therapy help people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome?Bowen Therapy is certainly worth trying for people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome. In clinic I commonly see people with digestive problems holding tension in their abdominal area. Under their ribs doesn't feel soft as it should, instead it feels tight and constricted and this tension may impede food traveling through the digestive system. I have seen that resolving this tension may lead to digestion and comfort having significant improvements. Since Bowen therapy works with the nervous system, it may assist in bringing back the natural rhythmic action of the gastrointestinal nervous system, targeting one of the root causes of IBS. Since in Bowen Therapy we address the whole body, targeting several different areas we see as contributing to the problem, we may have a higher chance of having a positive impact than by just looking at a single part of the body. You can read some reviews from Louis's clients on the Review page here, or Book Online here for a Bowen Therapy session targeting IBS or Irritable Bowel in Geelong.
What Causes a Headache? There are two types of headaches. Primary headaches are caused due to excessive activity of the pain-sensitive parts in the head. Examples include cluster headaches, migraine, tension headaches etc. A secondary headache on the other hand, is a symptom of a disease that activate the pain-sensitive nerves in the head. For example, acute sinusitis, blood clots, brain tumour, concussion etc. can cause a secondary headache. When to Seek Help for Headaches Headaches are usually managed by people with OTC pain relief medications like Panadol, Ibuprofen, Codeine etc. once the headache has already started. If you are somebody who uses pain relief medication 2-3 times per week or 10 days per month, the pain relief medication can stop helping with the pain, and can actually cause headaches. These repetitive headaches are known as 'Medication Overuse Headaches (MOH)'. In these cases it could be especially helpful to seek an alternative method of reducing your headaches. How may Bowen Therapy help people suffering from Headaches?In my clinic Bowen Therapy has shown it may be very helpful for clients suffering from many different types of headaches. Tension often builds up around the neck, head and jaw, causing the pain. Sometimes there can also be mis-alignments elsewhere in the body that can be contributing to re-occurring headaches. With Bowen Therapy we address the whole body, targeting several different areas we see as contributing to the problem, and this is how we may get our results to last longer. In particular we may see much better and longer lasting results in our clients when we work on the jaw or TMJ. You can read some reviews from Louis's clients on the Review page here, or Book Online here for a Bowen Therapy session targeting Headaches in Geelong.
What is Gout?
What Causes Gout? When levels of uric acid in the blood increase, it can lead to the formation of urate crystals which can accumulate in the joints. This further leads to swelling and intense Gout attack. Uric acid is produced when the body breaks down purines, substances found naturally in the body and some food types like steak and seafood. Other food types that can lead to high levels of uric acid in the body can include beer, drinks with fructose etc. Even though uric acid is excreted out via the kidneys, if excessive levels are being produced by the body, it can be retained in the blood nonetheless. When this occurs, sharp, needle-like uric crystals appear in tissue surrounding joints that causes Gout. Gout can be influenced by other factors like obesity, medical conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes etc., certain medications, heredity, age and sex as well. When to Seek Help For Gout? Many people don't realize they have gout the first time they have it. Once they have been diagnosed by a doctor they tend to become more aware of gout if it reappears, as it often does. Learning the warning signs before one is in the full swing of a gout attack can be helpful to reach out for help earlier. Sometimes if caught in the early stages the heavy flareup stage may be circumvented. How may Bowen Therapy help people with Gout?In my clinic I have found Bowen Therapy may be very helpful for people who are suffering from gout. If used in the early stages, Bowen therapy may help the body diffuse the intensity of the gout attack. Bowen may still be effective in the very painful stages of gout, and may help to loosen the tissues in the calf, ankle or around the foot that often tighten up during a gout attack of the toe. Increasing circulation to the area may help the body to flush out the uric crystals causing the pain, and may reduce the severity of the inflammation in the joint. In the final stages, the inflammation following a gout attack can sometimes linger around for weeks or months, which Bowen Therapy may help to clear up. Often I have had clients with Gout tell me that I wouldn't even be able to touch their gout effected body part, it is far too sore. However, after working around the area clients may be very surprised that their pain may settle enough for me to work lightly, directly on the gout effected part even when previously just being under a blanket would cause extreme pain. You can read some reviews from Louis's clients on the Review page here, or Book Online here for a Bowen Session targeting Gout in Geelong.
What is Fibromyalgia?
What causes Fibromyalgia?Due to lack of specific medical tests to diagnose Fibromyalgia, the real cause of it is hard to specify. According to doctors, it can be a variety of factors operating together. These may include infections, physical or emotional trauma such as a car accident and even genetics. Some researchers believe that repeated nerve stimulation causes the brains of people with Fibromyalgia to release an abnormal amount of neurotransmitters which are chemicals that signal pain. Also, the pain receptors in the brain seem to develop a memory of the pain, making a person suffering from Fibromyalgia more sensitive to any pain stimulus they might experience. Nowadays, Fibromyalgia can be detected when a person complains of widespread pain without any other apparent reason, lasting for more than 3 months. Due to an absence of any lab tests to help identify the disease, doctors usually perform blood tests to rule out any other medical conditions that might have similar symptoms. It is also found that the condition occurs more often in women than in men. When to seek help for Fibromyalgia? The clients I see with Fibromyalgia in my clinic usually have had a gradual onset of their condition. When the pain is minor they are able to cope quiet easily, but as it progresses more it becomes more difficult for them to deal with. Therefore I feel it is important to keep the pain to a manageable level, and not to let it get too debilitating - ie. don't wait until you are at your limit dealing with the pain before you seek help. How may Bowen Therapy help people with Fibromyalgia? Bowen Therapy for fibromyalgia consists of light moves, which works directly with the fascia (connective tissue that acts as an extension of the nerves) and nervous system. Signals sent via the nerves to the brain may signal the body to go into a state of deep relaxation, and in this way may act to calm the over stimulation of the brain and the nervous system. As more people are trying Bowen Therapy for their fibromyalgia, it is gaining acceptance as an effective method. Clients who attend my Bowen Clinic with Fibromyalgia find that Bowen Therapy may allow their bodies a better range of movement in their joints. Many may report that their pain is greatly reduced, or gone completely and they feel more comfortable doing the activities they enjoy. The Bowen Technique can be done with very light pressure, whereby some people suffering from fibromyalgia cannot tolerate heavy pressure such as might occur with massage or other therapies. You can read some reviews from Louis's clients on the Review page here, or Book Online here for a Bowen Therapy Session targeting Fibromyalgia in Geelong.
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