What is Reiki treatment?

The origins of Reiki are lost in the mists of time. Ancient texts prove that this method of healing has been used in ancient Tibet, Egypt, and India. Modern day Reiki finds its origin in twentieth century Japan. Since then it has metamorphosed into Reiki treatment as it is known today.

Reiki is a Japanese word that means s ’Spiritually guided Life Energy’. Reiki treatment involves channeling this energy through the therapist to the patient. Students of Reiki are taught how to channel this energy by Reiki masters. Practitioners of Reiki are divided into three stages based on the knowledge and experience of the practitioner.

Reiki treatment is based on the principle of a universal life force that flows through the universe and through every living being. When there is a disturbance in this life force in the body, it manifests itself in the form of various diseases and ailments. Reiki treatment helps to alleviate diseases by helping the practitioner to channel this energy back into the patient’s body, thereby restoring proper flow of this life force.

How does Reiki treatment work?

To aid the process of diagnosis and treatment, the body is divided in to seven ‘chakras’, or auras. The patient is asked to lie down fully clothed on a massage table. The practitioner centers his (or her) mind and then slowly runs his hands over the patient’s body. In doing so, he (or she) can diagnose any imbalances in the aura of the patient. Once the areas where the aura is disturbed have been identified, the practitioner will channel the life force into that specific area by using the hands. The patient may feel a slight tingle as this energy is channeled into his (or her) body. A typical course of Reiki treatment may last from between forty five to ninety minutes.

What are the benefits of Reiki Treatment?

Reiki treatment is performed by holding the hands absolutely still over the patient’s body. In fact most practitioners do not even touch the patient, but hold their hands a couple of centimeters above the patient’s body. Thus it is the most non-invasive form of therapy.

Reiki has been used to treat problems such as headaches, stomach upsets, back problems, respiratory ailments, menstrual cramps, sinusitis and nervous system disorders. Due to its non-invasive nature, it is commonly used to treat acute and chronic pain. Reiki treatment is also an excellent stress buster and helps the body, mind, and soul relax and rejuvenate.