Reiki

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Reiki is an alternative healing practice in which practitioners channel purported universal life energy through their hands to promote relaxation and well-being.

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instanceOf alternative medicine practice
energy healing modality
spiritual healing practice
becamePopularIn late 20th century
hasAlternativeName Usui Reiki NERFINISHED
Usui Shiki Ryoho NERFINISHED
hasBelief body has natural healing abilities
energy can be channeled through practitioner’s hands
energy imbalances can cause illness
hasCreator Mikao Usui NERFINISHED
hasCulturalInfluence New Age movement NERFINISHED
holistic wellness industry
hasEthicalGuideline intention to do no harm
not a substitute for medical treatment
respect for client autonomy
hasLevelSystem Reiki Level I NERFINISHED
Reiki Level II NERFINISHED
Reiki Master NERFINISHED
hasOriginCountry Japan NERFINISHED
hasPracticeElement client fully clothed
distance healing
hand positions on or above the body
non-invasive touch
self-treatment
treatment on massage table or chair
hasPracticeSetting hospices
hospitals
private practice
wellness centers
hasPrimaryGoal emotional balance
relaxation
spiritual growth
stress reduction
well-being
hasRegulationStatus often unregulated or loosely regulated
hasRitual attunement
initiation ceremony
hasScientificStatus considered pseudoscientific by many scientists
lacks robust scientific evidence for efficacy
hasSymbolUse Reiki symbols
mantras
hasTeachingMode in-person training
online courses
workshops
hasTypicalSessionDuration 30–90 minutes
isUsedFor anxiety reduction
complementary therapy in healthcare settings
pain management support
sleep improvement
supportive care for cancer patients
usesConcept universal life energy
usesMethod laying on of hands

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