Reiki is an ancient form of energy healing that is rapidly gaining respect in the traditional medical community.
Many highly-reputable healthcare systems are not only offering Reiki energetic healing treatments, they also offer classes for patients and staff – and the outcomes have shown positive results.
Data revealed strong evidence that Reiki is responsible for positive biological responses in both humans and animals, including:
- Pain reduction
- Improved cognition in the elderly, related to dementia/Alzheimers
- Relaxation and anxiety reduction
- Relief from depression and improved well being
“Reiki Really Works: A Groundbreaking Scientific Study” (which can be found at www.greenlotus.hubpages.com) provides an excellent summary of Reiki and research findings.
The Touchstone Process is a peer review method for analyzing the current state of scientific studies on Reiki programs in hospitals, clinics, and hospice facilities throughout the United States. As of 2009, The Touchstone Process evaluated 25 studies that appeared in peer-reviewed journals evaluating the merits of Reiki treatments, with 83% showing moderate to strong evidence in support of Reiki as a viable, therapeutic healing modality.
