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What is Bowenwork®? A systematic review.

Christine Hansen1, Ruth E Taylor-Piliae

  • 1College of Nursing, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ 85721, USA. chansen@nursing.arizona.edu

Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine (New York, N.Y.)
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This review found limited scientific evidence for Bowenwork, a complementary therapy. While some studies suggest effectiveness in pain reduction and mobility improvement, more rigorous research is needed.

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Area of Science:

  • Complementary and Alternative Medicine
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • Manual Therapy

Background:

  • Bowenwork is an internationally recognized complementary healing modality.
  • There is a need to evaluate the scientific evidence supporting Bowenwork's efficacy.
  • Existing research on Bowenwork requires systematic investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review the scientific literature on Bowenwork.
  • To examine the research methodologies employed in studies investigating Bowenwork.
  • To assess the reported health-related outcomes of Bowenwork.

Main Methods:

  • An exhaustive literature search was conducted across multiple databases (Medline Ovid, PubMed, PsychINFO, CINAHL).
  • Included studies were published in English between 1985 and 2009, referencing original Bowenwork and providing quantitative or qualitative data.
  • Excluded were testimonials, reviews, and studies lacking verifiable sources.

Main Results:

  • Only 15 out of 309 citations met the inclusion criteria, with diverse study designs (RCT, quasi-experimental, case studies).
  • Over half of the studies (53%) reported Bowenwork's effectiveness for pain reduction.
  • 33% of studies indicated improved mobility, and 5 studies reported symptom relief for chronic illnesses like multiple sclerosis.

Conclusions:

  • Bowenwork presents a potentially noninvasive and affordable complementary health approach.
  • Evidence suggests potential benefits for pain reduction in conditions like frozen shoulder and migraines.
  • Despite international recognition, robust scientific documentation is lacking, necessitating further rigorous research.