ABANIC PHYSIO Bowen Concept
It is a comprehensive concept that integrates the Bowen manual technique into modern physiotherapy practice, creating a professional, holistic, and extensive therapeutic approach. The advanced physiotherapist education program and original patient treatment method were developed by Ana Banić, based on the Bowen technique, which uses precise movements to stimulate the body's natural healing processes. This provides patients with pain relief and improved overall well-being, with the effectiveness of this method being proven and documented.
Why ABANIC PHYSIO Bowen Concept?
ABANIC PHYSIO Bowen concept is more than just the Bowen technique, an educational program, or a physiotherapy practice. It is a multidimensional idea that places the expertise and competence of the physiotherapist at the center, emphasizing their ability to assess the patient's condition and needs, and to define the optimal individualized therapy for a quick and successful recovery, made possible by this comprehensive therapeutic approach.
Abanic Physio represents a revolutionary, integrative approach to physical therapy, based on an original method that ensures fully personalized interventions/therapies and proven effective results. The integrative approach and ABANIC PHYSIO method are taught through a multi-stage education program, and through practical training, therapists gain the skills and confidence to act independently.
Our method is based on a unique protocol for patients that includes an enhanced version of the Bowen technique, as well as other manual techniques tailored to the specific patient. This unique combination ensures that patients receive a comprehensive and effective therapy plan customized to their specific needs, resulting in significant improvements after therapy and faster recovery.
ABANIC PHYSIO Method
Abanic Physio Bowen Method represents a new form of integrative physical therapy that combines the strengths of Western medicine with the Australian Bowen technique of manual therapy. This innovative approach is rooted in Western science and a deep understanding of human anatomy and fascia.
Our method emphasizes an individualized approach to the patient as a whole, not just as an individual, but also considering the circumstances they are in. It is characterized by a specific four-step protocol for working with patients, designed to achieve optimal results with a minimal number of visits.
A detailed medical history and understanding of existing diagnoses, along with the therapist's own assessment and mobility tests, are prerequisites for successful therapy, and the therapy protocol is adapted to the current situation.
PhD ANA BANIĆ
After graduating from the Mathematical Gymnasium in Zadar, she enrolled in the Physiotherapy Study Program at the Faculty of Medicine in Rijeka, which she completed in 1997. She continued her academic path at the same faculty, completing her graduate studies in 2015 and obtaining the title of Master of Physiotherapy, and in 2017 she enrolled in doctoral studies in Novo Mesto at the University of Health Sciences, majoring in Education and Management in Healthcare, which she completed in 2025.
Since 2011, she has been focusing on the Bowen technique, which ends with Anneka Looda, organized by Mrs. Ozane Pope Gajić, pioneer of the Bowen technique in Croatia. In the following years, she enriches her knowledge with Graham Pennington, naturopath, TMC practitioner and Bowen therapist, and with dr. Romney Smeeton, doctor of chiropractic and direct student of Thomas Bowen, author of the Bowen technique.
Ana is highly active in educating others. She is a professional associate at the Faculty of Health Studies in Rijeka, a lecturer at the Higeja Academy for Manual Therapy in Ljubljana, and a Bowen technique teacher in Zagreb, Mostar, and Banja Luka.
Ana is the author of numerous conference papers, articles, and scientific research, further underscoring her dedication and expertise in the field of physiotherapy.
She is an active member of the local Rotary Club, which supports her in organizing various professional lectures and workshops on the island of Lošinj.
In 2016, she received an award for the best presentation and the best lecturer at the congress in Sarajevo.
What do colleagues say?
TOMISLAV ROMIĆ
MASTER OF PHYSIOTHERAPY
Our collaboration began during a Bowen training course four years ago, where Ana was my instructor. I immediately recognized her as exceptional—she selflessly shares her knowledge and encourages us to engage as peers. Her advice and support are invaluable, and her expertise and humanity make her an outstanding teacher and therapist. I highly recommend Ana to everyone!
DINKA BIOČIĆ
PHYSIOTHERAPY BACHELOR
All praise to Ana and Martina for sharing their knowledge about Bowen. The training is both engaging and challenging, but it enables achieving excellent results with patients even during the course. Ana is always available for questions, both during and after the training. The Bowen technique has proven to be my main asset—a comprehensive tool applicable to all age groups, capable of addressing every issue.
KRISTINA STANIĆ
PHYSIOTHERAPY BACHELOR
Learning with Ana is truly a pleasure. Her lectures, whether it's a basic or advanced Bowen course, are clear and enriched with her extensive experience, which has given me, as a therapist, a sense of confidence and completeness in working with clients. The most valuable aspect is that even after completing the training, Ana remains open to all questions, uncertainties, and assistance. High praise and a warm recommendation to everyone who wishes to learn and grow!
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