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FAQs Reiki for Medical & Health

Can Reiki Help with Medical & Health Issues?

Reiki supports your body’s natural ability to heal itself by clearing energy blockages within the pathways called meridians, throughout the body. These blockages can disrupt the normal functioning of the body and cause distress in your internal organs and tissues. Healing sessions are used to remove blockages and restore the body’s energy equilibrium. It also supports the body in its detoxification processes, removing impurities from the system to promote wellness.

Reiki Helps Panic Attacks:

Panic attacks are a common problem for our worldwide population. In the USA, panic attacks affect as many as 6 million people, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. When panic attacks occur, they can be debilitating for the individual. 

Reiki can help reduce Panic Attacks. The idea behind this treatment method is that issues like panic attacks are the result of a disturbance in the individual’s energy. When a person is agitated or fearful their body’s energy is irregular, fast-paced, and not optimally balanced. Throughout a Reiki session, the practitioner’s goal is to restore the client’s normal flow of spiritual energy in hopes of reducing the frequency of panic attacks and/or limiting the severity of a panic attack when it occurs. A Reiki session is very relaxing and supportive of all traditional treatments for panic disorders. A Reiki session may help to induce relaxation in the body which allows the body and brain to experience a more calm and balanced state.

Reiki for Autoimmune Diseases:

According to a Bingham Memorial Hospital article, 50 million Americans suffer from one or more autoimmune conditions.

Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system malfunctions. The purpose of the immune system is to protect the body from invaders that may be harmful, such as viruses and bacteria. However, in some cases, the immune system has trouble discerning the difference between foreign materials and the body’s own tissues. When this occurs, the immune system may mistakenly attack the body’s own tissues, which leads to the development of autoimmune diseases. Examples of common autoimmune diseases include celiac disease, Hashimoto’s disease, Grave’s disease, Type I diabetes, multiple sclerosis, inflammatory bowel disease, and rheumatoid arthritis.

Reiki can help with Autoimmune Diseases. The idea behind this type of therapy is that problems within the body stem from blocked or disturbed energy pathways. During Reiki treatments, the goal is to restore these pathways to normal so that the energy can flow properly.

For many autoimmune diseases, pain is one of the most bothersome symptoms.

Many patients who have undergone Reiki treatments report feeling less pain as a result of the sessions.

Because symptoms of autoimmune come and go, many patients also feel anxious about how their conditions will progress from one day to the next. Unfortunately, these mood disturbances only worsen the patient’s symptoms. Research studies have shown that regular Reiki sessions may help reduce feelings of anxiety and improve the mood of clients.

Statistical research regarding Reiki’s effect on immune function needs to be done. However, many patients with autoimmune diseases report a reduction in symptoms after undergoing Reiki treatments. Reiki works to help stimulate a relaxation response in the body which in turn creates a more conducive environment for the body to heal.

Reiki Helps Ease Postpartum Depression:

Across the globe postpartum depression is said to affect tens if not hundreds of millions of women per year.

Reiki offers several benefits for moms suffering from postpartum depression. Because stress is one of the most significant factors contributing to postpartum depression in new moms, relieving stress may help to improve the symptoms of depression. Research studies support the efficacy of Reiki sessions for depression in general. It is likely that these benefits will translate to postpartum depression as well.

Many clients who participate in regular Reiki sessions report feeling more mentally and physically balanced. This change may help mothers with postpartum depression to overcome their negative mental state.

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Are there any Medical Conditions where I should NOT Receive Reiki?

Hospitals across the United States are responding to patient demand and integrating complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) services with the conventional services they normally provide, according to the results of a survey released by Health Forum, a subsidiary of the American Hospital, more than 42 percent of responding hospitals indicated they offer one or more CAM therapies, which is up from 37% from 2007. And in Canada, complementary and alternative therapies are used by nearly 70% of the populace for wellness and as a complement to their medical care.

 

Reiki is a wonderful complement to any health or wellness plan. It can support any treatment you are doing alongside your primary care provider.  Reiki is safe and gentle for anyone. Unlike many other treatment options, reiki is non-invasive and does not require any incisions, use of chemicals, or other potentially dangerous actions. Because Reiki is non-invasive and uses no medications, there is no risk of side effects or complications from this treatment. Reiki can be used safely to treat patients with virtually any ailment, from diabetes to cancer.

However, there are some scenarios you may want to take precautions before receiving a Reiki treatment.  While there is no direct evidence of contraindications to Reiki therapy, it has been suggested that under certain circumstances the restoration of the energy balance within the body can have some adverse effects. This is why you should know how Reiki can affect some Western medical treatments.  If you have any concerns, please talk to your healthcare provider 

During Chemo or Radiotherapy:

Reiki can help to lessen the side effects of chemo, however, it will also help the body to eliminate toxins. Some of those toxins are part of the cancer treatment, and removing them could impact the effectiveness of the cancer treatment.

Pacemakers:

Reiki therapy will help the body to stabilize and regulate its functions. While Reiki is not an electrical current, it may cause disruption in the pacemakers' timing. This is because the internal blockages that are cleared with Reiki, may help the heart to regulate itself.

Broken Bones:

A client should not receive Reiki treatment until the bone is set. When giving a Reiki treatment, the body's natural healing energies are moved back into balance. This could cause the broken bone to begin healing too quickly before the bone has been set properly. 

Diabetics who inject insulin:

Clients who are injecting insulin for diabetes should use caution when getting Reiki treatments. The energy balancing that accompanies Reiki therapy can impact blood glucose levels. It is suggested to have the client measure levels after any Reiki session and report any significant change to their doctor.

 

Reiki is a Complementary Therapy:

Fortunately, it is not an “either-or” relationship between Reiki and medical treatments– Reiki works in harmony with other treatments. In some cases, Reiki can even act as a catalyst for healing when the therapeutic benefits of standard medical approaches seem to come to a standstill.

Many medical professionals acknowledge the healing powers of Reiki. In fact, more than 800 hospitals in the USA now offer Reiki training as a means to accelerate the healing process and alleviate pain because these medical professionals now recognize the benefits of Reiki.

 

It’s important to recognize that Reiki is not a cure for any ailments. It is about balancing, correcting, and strengthening your bio-energy field which aids the body in its natural healing processes. The treatments work on 4 distinct levels:

  • Physical – Supports the body’s ability to heal itself, alleviate pain, and get rid of toxins. Within this process, you will also become aware of your nutritional and physical exercise needs

  • Emotional – You will be encouraged to look deep within and examine your emotional body. Clearing your energy blockages helps by allowing you to let go of any resentment, anger, or negative emotions.

  • Mental – Reiki supports the relaxation of the body and mind to help release stress and tension. A typical treatment will facilitate the release of negative thoughts and replace them with positive concepts and attitudes. You may find that you have a greater sense of self after having a Reiki session.

  • Spiritual – It helps you with self-acceptance and understanding of humankind. Reiki allows you to tap into the qualities of love, compassion, and understanding. It promotes these qualities while encouraging your spiritual growth.

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Can My Family Benefit from Reiki?

Reiki does not discriminate when it comes to selecting who is deserving of treatment based on what he or she believes. Reiki treats imbalance. Because each person has his or her own specific imbalances, using Reiki will bring about a unique response in each person. This is why explaining how Reiki works to someone who has not experienced it can be so frustrating or difficult. One recipient will report that Reiki is a miraculous healing technique that cured her addiction to nicotine. Another recipient might say that, although his experience with Reiki was relaxing, it didn’t offer a cure. A third recipient’s account of Reiki, again based on her personal experiences, might be something entirely different.

Benefits of Reiki for Infants and Babies:

Reiki can help these tiniest patients relax, improving their ability to cope with the stress of being hospitalized for the first few precious days of life.

Reiki Can Help Babies,

  • Sleep longer, more restfully

  • Soothe a baby with colic

  • Ease teething pain

  • Hasten recovery from a cold

Reiki may also assist in reversing failure to thrive and weight gain problems as once-fussy babies shake off stress, sleep better, and become calmer, happier babies.​

Chakra harmonizing is especially helpful for preemies and other babies who had a rough start in life. The trauma and stress of being a sick baby could result in an imbalance of survival, emotions, will, relationships, communication, creativity, and spirituality chakras. Reiki restores chakra harmony and general healthy energy flow.

Reiki For Young Children:

Reiki’s gentle and non-invasive nature is also perfect for treating the ills and upsets of young children. Children are extremely receptive to Reiki’s positive effects and will normally welcome it without any apprehension, especially when they receive Reiki treatments from their parents.

Children are inherently more curious and trusting of the world at large. Just as they depend on their parents to feed, clothe, and take care of them, when it comes to accepting Reiki, they are naturally more amenable to the energies that are offered.

Reiki For Seniors:

Reiki is suitable for people of all ages. But because of Reiki’s pain management capabilities, seniors especially welcome it – probably because it offers help in alleviating the aches and pains associated with aging. Many seniors struggle with age-related discomforts that can significantly reduce their quality of life.

Reiki can help loosen muscle tension, stimulates circulation, and soothes the nervous system. Seniors respond to Reiki because of the way it relieves pain from tight muscles, increases the range of motion in arthritic or stiff joints, and even improves coordination to reduce the risk of falls and fall-related injuries. Reiki can speed healing from injuries and surgery, ease breathing, boost vitality, and rejuvenate energy and mental alertness.

​Patients with dementia can often benefit from touch when more traditional approaches cannot reach them. UCLA says there is one study that showed Reiki reduces stress, anxiety, and depression responses – three conditions that affect many seniors, especially those with dementia.

Reiki for Pets:

Animal lovers are sensitive to their pets’ illnesses. Many dogs and cats absorb Reiki energies more quickly than humans. This could simply be the result of their size (at least for most cats and small- to medium-sized dog breeds), but more likely it is because they inherently understand what Reiki is. Most cats and dogs will accept the energies they need and allow you to place your hands on them freely.

Here is how Reiki can help your pet:

  • It accelerates the healing of physical injuries.

  • It promotes peace and calmness.

  • It treats trauma from accidents or surgery, nervousness, and fear.

  • It reduces stress and suffering,

  • It helps promote bonding between animals and pet owners.

  • It treats behavioral problems: chewing, biting, watching, excessive barking, and so on.

  • It offers a comforting transitional energy when it is time for your pet to depart from this world.

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