"People with chronic disabilities such as chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, MS, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy and arthritis have shown a gradual improvement in the condition and also in quality of life. It is always worth trying the Bowen Technique because in many cases it has been known to trigger surprising and unexpected recoveries when nothing else has worked." Case Studies - Bowen For Children - Autism Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia Parkinson's Multiple Sclerosis (1) Cerebral Palsy Broken Neck Migraines (1) Back Pain and Sciatica Multiple Sclerosis (2) Scoliosis Migraines (2) Bowen Technique for Children - Autism Bowen Technique For Children:  Cerebral Palsy Multiple Sclerosis (3) Bowen For Children - Autism Treatment Duration Most treatments for children will last anywhere from 15-30 minutes. Sometimes the treatment will take place on a couch, sometimes while on a parent's lap - the therapist will make allowances for the nature and behavior of each child, especially if remaining still is not an option! Although sometimes only a few treatments may be needed to help (for instance) a chest infection or sore neck or back, there are many conditions in which Bowen may be needed over a long period of time. For those with Cerebral Palsy, Autism or chronic conditions, we have found that weekly or fortnightly sessions over much of the year to be of great benefit. Some children respond rapidly, whilst others take more time. We are all individuals. Many children (and parents) benefit from a few regular treatments every year, to maintain their health as they grow. Other conditions responding well include ADHD, asthma, bed-wetting, constipation, dyspraxia, growing pains, headaches and muscular-skeletal issues including posture, balance and co-ordination. Common Benefits noted by Parents From those with AUTISM   Quieter, happier children   Better concentration   Some play engendered / and with pets   Loss of some obsessive / repetitive behavior   Sleep patterns greatly improved   Rage episodes lessened   Abusive behavior much reduced on self / property   More instances of language use   More eye contact - coming out into the world   Parents' load relieved - family togetherness enhanced   From those with CEREBRAL PALSY   Improved balance and co-ordination, less clumsiness   Spine straightening (sometimes dramatic improvement)   Improved motor control     (holding up head more, starting to roll over, grasping things)   Constipation / nutritional development   Vocalization / verbalization   Limb aches and pains reduced   Concentration improved - greater comprehension   Behavioral improvements   Less frustration   Sleep patterns improved   Chewing / sucking stronger   Aversion to lying on back or front quickly reversed © Chloë Aldam 2006 http://www.bowen4children.org.uk/bowen.html