Reiki is administered to a patient through the hands of a practitioner, without actual body contact. The practitioner redirects one’s qi to remove any negative energy and restores balance to the body. This allows for the relief of stress and anxiety, resulting in a relaxed body.
During this time, a feeling of gentle warmth is felt throughout the body and a deep sense of relaxation is induced. Some even describe a feeling of being in an altered state of consciousness, transitioning between sleep and being awake.
Reiki can be administered to anyone who is willing to undergo this type of energy healing therapy. It can be used alongside western medical treatments in aid of pain management, stress and anxiety relief, and complete healing.
Reiki case studies have been conducted where data shows that Reiki is responsible for a positive biological response in both animal and human trials. Results between 1993 and 2006 showed that individuals treated with Reiki showed a significant reduction in stress and anxiety. A placebo group that was treated with false Reiki treatments showed no change in their stress levels.
Consistent reiki practise can lead to:
It is from these results and personal experiences shared by real people – that holistic, alternative healing methods are now getting its much-deserved attention and recognition.