Tennis elbow dampening your Wimbledon spirits?

The prestigious Wimbledon opened its gates yesterday.

The first day already brought shocking results as Venus Williams lost in the opening round, for the first time since her debut in 1997.

There are promising predictions for Britain, as Heather Watson won straight sets and Murray madness taking over.

With more heated matches to come, this year Wimbledon is going to be a nail biter.

If it’s inspired you to pick up a racket, then tennis is a great way to exercise, using shoulder, arms and legs muscles with the need for tactical thinking. It’s a great body and mind work out.

  
However, care must be taken when playing tennis - common problems can be aches and pains through your shoulders and calves along with the famous tennis elbow.

Don’t let these pains stop your chances of becoming a tennis pro. The Bowen Technique can ease muscle pain and aches. It’s drug-free, non-invasive, hands-on remedial therapy.

The Bowen Practitioner makes small, rolling movements over muscles, tendons and ligaments at precise points on the body.

Bowen asks the body to recognise the change, rather than to demand the body to change. Treatment takes about half an hour to an hour, dependant on condition and severity.

Between each series of moves, the body rests for a few minutes to absorb the information and begins the healing process.

To read testimonials from people who have used Bowen to help their elbow problems, click here.

For more about The Bowen Treatments and clinics in your area visit the Bowen website

How to stamp out plantar fasciitis and other foot problems

5000m Olympic hopeful Helen Clitheroe is being followed by the Radio 4 breakfast programme in her build up to London 2012.

In an interview she said that she has recently finished training races with a lot of pain in her foot, due to a condition called plantar fasciitis.

This could mean that she is unable to train as much as she needs to for the selection races that are coming up soon, meaning her Olympic hopes could be dashed if she does not qualify.

Plantar fasciitis is a painful inflammatory process of the plantar fascia, the connective tissue on the sole of the foot.

It is often caused by overuse of the plantar fascia or arch tendon of the foot.

It is a very common condition and can be difficult to treat if not looked after properly.

Another common term for the affliction is ‘policeman's heel’.

The Bowen Technique has had some great results with plantar fasciitis and other ankle and foot problems.

Bowen is a natural, drug-free, non-invasive, complementary therapy that 'asks' the body to recognise the ailment and make the changes it requires as opposed to ‘forcing’ the body change.

During the 30-60 minute treatment, the Bowen practitioner makes small, rolling, movements over muscles, tendons, ligaments and soft tissue at precise points on the body, using only the amount of pressure appropriate for that individual.

No hard-tissue manipulation or force is needed or used.

Between each set of moves, the body is allowed to rest for a few minutes, to allow it to absorb the information it has received and initiate the healing process.

One Bowen client said: “Having had a problem with plantar fasciitis for a few months and having seen podiatrists, had massages etc. I thought I would try Bowen.

“I was amazed after 2 sessions how much better my heel was.

“I now have hardly any problems with it at all unless I been wearing heeled shoes for long periods.”

To read more testimonials from people who have used Bowen for ankle and foot problems click here.

If you are interested in how Bowen Therapy can help you, visit the website to find a Bowen therapist near you or call 0844 561 7173.

Beat the aching cycle of biking - Bike Week 2012

Dust off your helmet and get out your cycling gear as this week is National Bike Week!

Sponsored by Samsung, Bike Week is the UK’s biggest mass participation cycling occasion with events up and down the country.

From 16^th–24^thJune, over half a million people will take part in events for all abilities; from families, schools and companies, to seasoned cyclists and those who have never cycled before.

You can find a Samsung Bike Week event near you by using the Event Search Tool.

However, be prepared for the stiff calves and aching thighs in the morning.

Even an Olympic-style stretch beforehand doesn’t always prevent those next-day pangs that suppress any kind of movement.

The Bowen Technique works to heal sporting injuries and muscular problems in an extremely gentle but effective way.

Bowen is a natural, drug-free, non-invasive, complementary therapy that 'asks' the body to recognise the ailment and make the changes it requires as opposed to ‘forcing’the body change.

During the 30-60 minute treatment, the Bowen practitioner makes small, rolling, movements over muscles, tendons, ligaments and soft tissue at precise points on the body, using only the amount of pressure appropriate for that individual.

No hard-tissue manipulation or force is needed or used.

Between each set of moves, the body is allowed to rest for a few minutes, to allow it to absorb the information it has received and initiate the healing process.

If you want to find out more about Samsung Bike Week, visit the website.

If you have a sports injury or muscular pain and are interested in how Bowen Therapy can help, visit the website to find a Bowen therapist near you or call 0844 561 7173.

World's fastest man in car crash

Three-time Olympic champion Usain Bolt was involved in a car crash shortly before dawn yesterday morning.

He was returning home from a friend’s party in the Jamaican capital, Kingstonwhen he lost control of his BMW and crashed it into a guard rail.

Bolt’s publicist said: “He is fine and resting at home.”

Bowen Therapy could not only help the Olympic star with his sporting injuries but any harm suffered in his accident.

The Bowen Technique is a natural, drug-free, non-invasive, complementary therapy that can help whiplash, muscle problems and sports injuries.

Rather than 'making' the body change, Bowen 'asks' the body to recognise the ailment and make the changes it requires.

During the 30-60 minute treatment, the Bowen practitioner makes small, rolling movements over muscles, tendons, ligaments and soft tissue at precise points on the body, using only the amount of pressure appropriate for that individual.

No hard tissue or manipulation is used or needed.

Between each set of moves, the body is allowed to rest for a few minutes, to allow it to absorb the information it has received and initiate the healing process.

Bowen is an extremely relaxing experience and can also aid any stress the stroke survivor may be feeling.

If you have had a stroke, or are caring for somebody who has, and are interested in how Bowen Therapy can help you visit the website to find a Bowen therapist near you or call 0844 561 7173.