João Candeias

Each session lasts between 30 and 90 minutes. The 1st session usually lasts longer due to the need to collect and transmit information (around 10-15 minutes). The remaining sessions are adjusted according to individual needs.

The value for a single Bowen Therapy session (one hour) is €40.

For a foot reflexology, the value is 30€.

At home services adds €10 to the indicated value.

Also contact me for service information in companies or other specific conditions, such as treatment packages.

Although both are manual techniques applied to the person's body, the biggest difference has to do with the type of movements that are applied.

The Bowen therapy technique involves more localized movements that cross muscular, fascial and ligament structures (as opposed to rolling along them), which help to regulate the autonomous movement of tissues.

Additionally, it include several breaks during the session, which help promote a sense of safety.

More than recovering and relaxing the body, Bowen therapy aims to restore active situations and the regular functioning of the organism as a whole.

To further contribute to the person's comfort and safety, a session can be done with them sitting or lying down, or even wearing light clothing. Therefore, it is suitable for various age groups and health conditions.

Side effects are very rare, but there are situations in which the body may react to certain movements in the form of discomfort or pain. However, these are temporary and usually disappear with rest. As regular monitoring is carried out, if there is pain, the patient is advised to contact the therapist, who will be available to assess the situation.

Despite being the most common cause in people who seek it, Bowen therapy is also highly recommended for general balance and increased mobility.

By providing self-knowledge of the body's sensations, it also acts as prevention, as many pains originate from accumulated tension and/or lack of activity.

One of the main objectives is to keep the body moving, within each person's capacity limits, introducing concepts such as variability, coordination and balance.

Depending on the condition you want to treat, 3 or 4 sessions are suggested. There are situations that improve even with one session.

There is no mandatory frequency, which depends on the patient's reaction and availability; At an initial stage, a weekly or fortnightly frequency may be recommended in order to obtain more effective results.

In any case, even with monthly monitoring, positive effects can be achieved.

Yes. If you cannot travel, or if you prefer the comfort of your home, I offer home treatment in the Lisbon, Arruda dos Vinhos, Alenquer, Sobral de Monte Agraço and Torres Vedras areas.

Foot refexology is a holistic massage applied on the foot, that uses the nerve reflexes to relax and regulate the body. By applying pressure to several points in the foot, it works on the periferal nervous system and facilitates blood and energy circulation. It also helps with chronic pain, and is particularly good when the pain area itself cannot be massaged.