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ForwardBowen Therapy Basics
This foundation course introduces healthcare and rehab professionals to the core principles and practice of the Bowen Technique. Taught by Bowen Therapy expert John Wilks, the course emphasizes a gentle, non-invasive approach to manual therapy that stimulates the body’s
self-regulating mechanisms through subtle fascial and neurological input.
Participants will learn key Bowen procedures and how to apply them in a structured yet adaptable way to support a wide range of conditions—including musculoskeletal pain, tension patterns, and stress-related dysfunction. The method’s unique reliance on pauses, light touch, and strategic sequencing offers an effective alternative or complement to more forceful manual therapies.
You will explore the theoretical basis of Bowen therapy, including its effect on the autonomic nervous system and fascial system, while developing confidence in delivering precise and responsive treatments. Whether you are new to hands-on work or an experienced therapist looking to add a lighter approach to your toolkit, this course offers lasting clinical value.
No refunds.
Target Audience
This enduring activity is designed for physicians and athletic trainers.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the educational activity, participants should be able to:
- Understand the foundational principles and philosophy behind the Bowen Technique.
- Learn core Bowen moves and sequences used to address a variety of musculoskeletal and systemic conditions.
- Recognize the role of fascia, proprioception, and the nervous system in Bowen therapy.
- Develop hands-on skills to perform Bowen work with precision and sensitivity.
- Explore the role of pauses and minimal intervention in facilitating healing responses.
- Identify indications and contraindications for Bowen treatment in clinical practice.
- Integrate Bowen therapy into holistic care plans for healthcare and rehab clients.
FACULTY & DISCLOSURES
John Wilks, RCST, CBP
AKH PLANNER/REVIEWERS
Becca Lakofsky, RN
DISCLOSURES
None of the planners or faculty for this educational activity have relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies whose primary business is producing, marketing, selling, re-selling, or distributing healthcare products used by or on patients. All of the relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.
It is the policy of AKH Inc. to ensure independence, balance, objectivity, scientific rigor, and integrity in all of its continuing education activities. The author must disclose to the participants any significant relationships with ineligible companies whose products or devices may be mentioned in the activity or with the commercial supporter of this continuing education activity. Identified conflicts of interest are mitigated by AKH prior to accreditation of the activity. AKH planners and reviewers have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
COMMERCIAL SUPPORT
There is no commercial support for this activity.
DISCLOSURE OF UNLABELED USE AND INVESTIGATIONAL PRODUCTS
This educational activity does not include discussion of uses of agents that are investigational and/or unapproved by the FDA. Please refer to the official prescribing information for each product for discussion of approved indications, contraindications, and warnings.
DISCLAIMER
AKH Inc.’s courses are designed solely to provide healthcare professionals with information to assist in their practice and professional development. The courses are researched thoroughly, utilizing current literature and including practical experiences. AKH’s courses are not to be considered a diagnostic tool to replace professional advice or treatment. The courses serve as a general guide to the healthcare professional, and therefore, they cannot be considered as giving legal, nursing, medical, or other professional advice in specific cases. AKH educational courses do not endorse commercial products. The author(s) and the publisher specifically disclaim responsibility for any adverse consequences resulting directly or indirectly from information in the courses. AKH further disclaims any responsibility for undetected errors, or from the reader’s misunderstanding of the course.
Athletic Trainers
Niel Asher, Natural Alternative Therapies BOC Provider #: P12148 is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers (ATs). This program is eligible for a maximum of 10.00 Category A hours/CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare and NAT Global Campus. AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Physicians
AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare designates this enduring material for a maximum of 10.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nurses
Credit being awarded: 10.00 ANCC contact hours.
Available Credit
- 10.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 10.00 ANCC
- 10.00 BOC