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Physical Therapies for Pain and Injury
For many of our patients, chronic pain negatively impacts them every day. Whether from illness or injury, ongoing pain in the body holds them back from living their lives. At VCIM, we have a variety of treatments to help our patients heal from chronic pain and injury.
You will need to follow our naturopathic intake process for us to best assess root causes and apply the best course of action for your situation. Note: ozone therapies require assessment by both our ND and MD.
Treatment options for chronic pain and injury
The Bowen Technique
The Bowen Technique is a dynamic system of muscle and connective tissue therapy that helps the body realign, improves range of motion, and reduces inflammation. It has been used successfully for more than 40 years, with most patients experiencing substantial relief after their first session.
How It Works
This process consists of a series of precise moves on specific points on the body and is safe to use on anyone from young children to the elderly. These gentle movements can be done through the clothing.
The technique is done on soft tissue and stimulates physiological changes and energy flow, empowering the body’s resources to heal. Research shows that from the very first Bowen moves made on the lower body, the brain waves dip, allowing the body and mind to relax almost into sleep. Such relaxation allows the body to mobilize resources not available during our busy waking state.
There are frequent and important pauses between each series of moves, giving the body time to benefit from each. One treatment takes about an hour. Treatments are spaced 7-10 days apart for optimal results. Three to five treatments are generally recommended for most conditions, each building on the last.
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