The word Reiki is divided in two syllables. The first syllable “rei” stands for universal/cosmic and refers to the spiritual dimension as well as Soul, and “ki” means life-force energy. 

Reiki—universal life-force energy—is an ancient Japanese healing technique used to bring positive energy and relaxation. It is based on channeling the invisible "universal life-force energy," the energy that keeps us and everything in the world animate.

ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE THERAPY 

Reiki now known as an alternative medicine therapy, like others such as acupuncture, is about keeping energy moving throughout the body. 

Traditional Chinese Medicine uses acupuncture to remove blockages in the flow of energy by placing needles at particular points on the body. Reiki helps with energy flow too, but uses a much gentler approach than acupuncture or massage. Reiki, the intelligent and creative universal life force energy, is directed through the practitioner thereby alleviating the need for any physical manipulation of the participant.

Clearing and releasing blockages that interfere with the flow of “universal life-force energy” helps us return to a balanced and natural state of wellness. 

Reiki energy therapy helps clear the mind and body of unwanted thoughts, beliefs, and attachments that interfere with our well-being. When a person's "life-force energy" is low, sickness and feeling unwell become normal. Reiki helps by enhancing flow with additional “universal life-force energy” to promote healing.   

Factors that deplete this energy include poor lifestyle choices, stress, traumas, as well as negative thoughts, patterns, and subconscious scripts.

Reiki is gently effective in stress and anxiety relief, and is classified with other complementary and integrative therapies of holistic health.

Reiki treatments are covered by some extended health insurance plans under Complementary Medicine as therapeutic touch or something similar to it. 

Patient research backs up the benefits of Reiki in treating cancer.

HOW DOES REIKI WORK?

The “universal life-force energy” is defined by science as the sub-atomic energy that underlies all matter. In humans, this energy is produced as the result of not only our physiological nature but also our lifestyle and how we relate to life.

Reiki energy medicine is an effective and gentle technique for stress reduction and relaxation. It’s impossible to heal when we are in a stressful state. By working on not only the physical, but also the emotional, mental, and spiritual levels, Reiki treats and facilitates healing the whole person. 

By helping relieve and release stress and anxiety, Reiki helps facilitate recovery and healing. Reiki accelerates the process of healing inherently present in everyone.

Decreased heart rate, and relief from fear, insomnia, pain and stress have been observed in patients in hospital settings. Reiki sessions are now offered globally in many hospitals.

TREATMENT PROCEDURE 

With Reiki, the practitioner is a channel that brings "universal life force energy” through their hands placed at various locations on the recipient's fully-clothed body. Practitioners are trained to recognize, sense, and correct energetic imbalances, and are intuitively guided throughout the treatment procedure as to where to direct and amplify the energy if necessary.   

If someone is uncomfortable with the hands-on application, a floating method can also be used. In this way the practitioner's hands do not touch the client. They're held floating a few inches from the body as in the above photo.

Some people find touch soothing. and helpful to relax. Every person has their own preference. Both methods are equally effective.  

Distant healing sessions are equally effective as in person. Energy is not restricted by distance. This is especially beneficial for individuals who are unable to get out for any reason, or those who are reluctant or shy.