This sets it slightly apart from other forms of energy healing in a biomedical context. You can learn more from the NCCIH about the broad research studies on acupuncture over the years. Scientific research on the health benefits of energy healing is lacking; the field needs more rigorous studies to determine efficacy.

Some data suggests some forms of energy healing, including reiki, acupuncture, qigong, and reflexology may come with several health benefits, such as pain relief, improved depression and anxiety, and enhanced overall well-being.

Soussan Ayubcha, MD , an assistant professor of clinical family medicine and community health at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, notes these studies are too small to support general recommendations, and other studies show no clinical significance to date.

A major benefit of energy healing touted by practitioners is pain relief, and there is some scientific backing for that claim. A review of studies, published in Current Rheumatology Reports in November , on qigong for musculoskeletal pain found that a consistent qigong practice soothed pain in varying degrees among adults with different forms of chronic pain, and with few side effects.

A meta-analysis in the May Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice of four randomized controlled studies involving participants found that, on average, those who received reiki therapy reported reduced pain scores compared with control groups.

Energy healing may improve mood and even help with symptoms of depression and anxiety. A review of 13 studies determined reiki was more effective than a placebo at reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety, as well as improving overall quality of life.

A more recent review, published in November , of 10 studies involving more than 1, adolescents determined that qigong was effective at reducing depression and anxiety among teens.

Danica Arizola , a licensed massage therapist and a reiki master teacher practitioner at Penn Medicine in Philadelphia, says in her experience, reiki may help with anxiousness because it can lead to a deeper level of inner listening and increase your inner knowing.

Those who practice energy healing techniques in a therapy session or on their own say one of the biggest benefits of the practice is that it induces a state of deep relaxation , which can enhance overall well-being. One larger, uncontrolled online survey study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine in December involved 99 reiki practitioners and more than 1, reiki sessions.

It found that even a single session led to significant improvements in overall well-being and other factors, like mood and pain.

Energy healing is currently being studied in patients who receive cancer therapy to find out if it can improve quality of life, boost the immune system, or reduce side effects, according to the NCCIH.

Some forms of energy healing have been shown to have some benefits to cancer patients. One past study funded by the NCI found that women with advanced breast cancer who received reflexology treatments showed improvement in some symptoms, like shortness of breath , and overall physical functioning like physical capacity and exercise capacity, based on self-reporting.

Arizola says cancer patients are often receptive to energy healing practices like reiki as a way to promote a sense of security. Since energy healing is noninvasive, it is generally considered very safe.

That said, be sure to talk to your primary care provider or an integrative doctor before starting any new type of therapy. Blythe notes that energy healing can be particularly helpful prior to and after surgery or other medical procedures, and for those who are experiencing pain, anxiety, or life changes.

As mentioned above, energy healing may cause some side effects some people might find unpleasant, such as dizziness, tiredness, or coughing.

Notice, of course, when and where they were certified, but you're also looking for how you feel they'll treat you. Read about the different modalities and see what appeals to you.

Allen-Duenas notes that individuals who find the most benefit from energy healing are those who approach it with an open mind. But generally, there are some things you can expect before, during, and after a treatment. In many forms of energy healing your practitioner will ask you to lie on a massage table fully clothed at the start of the session.

After an energy healing session is over, your practitioner will usually give you care instructions. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health NCCIH. Its mission is to use rigorous scientific investigation to determine the safety and efficacy of these methods of care. Check out the website for a breakdown of all terms related to complementary and integrative health , as well as more in-depth information on energy healing modalities like reiki , qigong , and acupuncture.

University of Minnesota Earl E. The Earl E. The center also produces a podcast , issues a biannual magazine , and has downloadable guides for students and nonstudents chock-full of tips and strategies to focus on well-being.

Institute of Noetic Sciences IONS. IONS is a nonprofit research institute started by a former NASA astronaut Edgar Mitchell, who has a website where you can dive deep into the diversity of these energy practices.

IONS is supported by various researchers and groups and studies topics at the intersection of science and profound human experience. Energy healing is a complementary therapeutic approach that has roots in ancient and traditional medicine. Scientific research is currently ongoing to determine how useful these therapies are, but early evidence suggests that certain forms of energy healing and practices reiki and qigong may help with pain, depression, anxiety, and overall well-being.

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There is very little to no talking during sessions, which typically last between 60 and 90 minutes. Once opened, these channels remain accessible to the practitioner for the rest of their life, per the International Center for Reiki Training.

Reiki, despite its spiritual components and roots, may be and is often used therapeutically more on this later , including in a secular way.

Reiki is taught at three levels. First-level practitioners can practice on themselves or others through light touch; second-degree practitioners can practice distance healing; and third-degree or master level practitioners can teach and initiate others into Reiki, according to a literature review.

So, how does Reiki practice work? In humans, this field extends 15 feet or more from the body, according to Ann L. The heart, for example, produces an electrical field — measured through an electrocardiogram, or ECG — to regulate heartbeats.

The brain also produces an electrical field, though at a lower level than the heart. According to this theory, the interaction between two human magnetic fields may explain the effects of touch therapies like Reiki.

It is thought that the biofield is the energetic force that guides bodily functions, and that Reiki energy influences the biofield. Baldwin says. Quantum physics, the study of how the incredibly small particles that make up matter — electrons, neutrons, protons, and photons — behave, and attempts to explain the interactions of energy and physical matter.

Quantum physicists have found that these tiny particles of energy can be in more than one place at one time both a wave and particle at the same time, depending upon how it is examined, per the University of Pittsburgh , and that thought or intention may change how the particles work.

In essence, the Reiki practitioner may be able to gather and direct biofield energy to the recipient through thoughts and intentions. On its website, the NCCIH notes that there is insufficient scientific evidence at this time to verify the existence of this energy field.

Reiki practice may help with a variety of physical and emotional problems, including insomnia , stress, depression, anxiety, and pain. For example, research suggests that Reiki may lower anxiety, stress, and pain in people undergoing surgery.

In a study published in the March-April issue of Holistic Nursing Practice of patients undergoing knee replacement surgery, researchers separated 46 patients into three groups: One group received three or four minute Reiki treatments throughout their hospital stay; a second group received the same number of placebo sham Reiki sessions; and a third group received neither Reiki nor sham Reiki.

Every group also received standard medical care. Researchers found that those who received Reiki saw significant reductions in pain, blood pressure, breathing rate, and anxiety pre- and post-surgery and greater reductions than the other groups.

Reiki may also improve mood and sleep: A past study found that college students who received six minute Reiki sessions reported greater improvements in stress, mood, and sleep especially those with higher anxiety and depression than the control group. Other research suggests that Reiki and other forms of energy therapy may help patients with cancer improve pain control and anxiety levels.

A main benefit of Reiki which leads to a lot of other benefits is stress reduction , Miles explains. Reiki gives your body a break from the stresses of daily life, potentially helping relieve tension and return you to a state of relaxation. Once in this state, your body may be better able to heal any damage brought on by stress, injury, or disease.

Your brain is constantly processing information in a region called the hypothalamus, which then sends signals through your autonomic nervous system to the rest of your body to either stimulate or relax different functions, such as heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, and digestion, according to Harvard Health.

When you experience stressors like poor sleep, a confrontation with a friend, or even exercise, your sympathetic nervous system reacts, releasing hormones like epinephrine , among others, and increasing heart rate and blood pressure the fight-or-flight response that gets the body ready to deal with potential dangers , according to Britannica.

But when your body is constantly under stress or is activated by prior more severe stressful experiences, such as trauma and resultant PTSD , this response can shift into overdrive, which can lead to problems like greater risk of heart disease , per a past article.

In a past study , 21 healthcare professionals with burnout a work-related mental health condition characterized by mental exhaustion, emotional detachment, and a lowered sense of personal accomplishment received a minute Reiki session with an experienced therapist, as well as a minute placebo treatment with an inexperienced therapist who mimicked the Reiki treatment.

Researchers measured heart rate variability, or the variation in time between each heartbeat, to gauge how the nervous system responded to the therapy.

A low score indicated there was little variability between heartbeats, signaling that the sympathetic, or fight-or-flight, component of the nervous system might be working overtime, and the stress level was high. Meanwhile, a high score meant greater variability in between heartbeats, and that the parasympathetic, or rest-and-digest, component of the nervous system had kicked into higher gear.

Researchers found that heart rate variability was greater after the Reiki session, which suggests using a very quantifiable physiological measurement that Reiki helped the stressed nervous system relax. Keep in mind that Reiki is a form of complementary therapy, per the NCCIH, which means that it is intended to work alongside — not replace — other medical and therapeutic techniques.

Reiki as practiced in the United States today was developed by the Buddhist priest Mikao Usui known as Usui-Sensei in the s, according to the International Association of Reiki Professionals IARP.

After three weeks of fasting and meditation on Mount Kurama, a sacred mountain in the north of Kyoto, Japan, Usui claimed to have first experienced feeling Reiki energy.

Shortly after his experience, Usui opened a clinic in Tokyo to practice the healing technique. Some of the potential physiological effects of Reiki, like changes in cortisol levels , heart rate variability, and body temperature have since been examined in research.

As early as the mids, physicians, nurses, and other medical staff who had learned Reiki began using the technique in hospitals around the United States, and Reiki continues to expand as more and more people experience benefits from it, per the International Center for Reiki Training.

Today, Reiki is used in both hospital inpatient and outpatient settings as a complementary therapy for surgery, cancer, and AIDS, according to the IARP. Bodner, who has practiced Reiki at the Cleveland Clinic for about 10 years, has seen interest in Reiki grow. Someone may claim to be practicing Reiki and instead be doing something risky or not practicing as a professional, Miles says.

Remember, Reiki should never be an invasive treatment. Reiki practitioners should have worked in-person with a qualified Reiki master to be able to effectively deliver the treatment, Miles says. Reiki is often not covered by medical insurance, so the issue of cost should be considered by anyone seeking to start.

Make sure you find a qualified professional Reiki practitioner more on how to know whether someone is qualified or not below.

Reiki sessions vary in length, but they often last between 60 and 90 minutes, per the IARP. Miles recommends wearing loose, comfortable clothing for your session.

Avoid wearing anything tight or restrictive. Dress in layers in case you get too warm or cool during the session, and keep in mind that the practitioner may have you roll onto your stomach at some point, so remove belts or bulky accessories.

Each hand position is held for roughly 3 to 10 minutes, depending on what the client needs in each position. Energy healing is the process of restoring balance and wellness to your energy field.

It is based on the interconnectedness of all life, and the belief that energy flows through and surrounds us all. When our energy is disrupted or blocked, it can lead to physical, emotional, or spiritual disharmony. There are many types of energy healing modalities, each with its own unique approach and benefits.

Depending on your needs and intentions, some may be more aligned to your individual energy system than others. Reiki is a healing technique that uses universal energy to restore balance and harmony. The practitioner directs this energy to where it is needed most by placing their hands near or on the body.

Recipients may feel the release of stuck emotions, relaxation, and peace during a session. Acupuncture is a practice that uses energy pathways, called meridians, to restore balance and harmony.

The belief is that by inserting needles into specific points along these meridians, practitioners can unblock any stagnation and restore the flow of health and wellness. Massage is one of the oldest and most common forms of energy healing.

The therapist uses their hands to move energy around your body. This can help promote relaxation, improve blood and lymphatic circulation.

Reflexology is a type of massage that uses pressure points on the feet, hands, and ears to promote healing. Reflexologists believe that these pressure points correspond to different parts of the body.

By massaging or applying pressure to these points, we can encourage energy to flow freely and restore balance. Craniosacral therapy is a light touch treatment that uses gentle hands-on techniques to examine the movement of fluids in and around the central nervous system.

This therapy can help relieve stress, tension headaches, and neck pain. Craniosacral is also known to help restore balance and wellness after traumatic injuries. Yoga is an ancient healing modality that uses movement, meditation, and the chakra system to support healing and well-being.

Some popular styles of yoga that focus on energy healing include Kundalini , Iyengar, and Vinyasa. Qi Gong is a system of energy healing that uses movement, breathwork, and visualization to open and balance the energy pathways in the body.

Qi Gong is thought to improve health and help relieve stress, anxiety, and pain. A relatively new form of energy healing, ecstatic dance uses movement and music to open the body, mind, and spirit. During an ecstatic dance session, participants move freely to express their emotions and connect with their inner power.

This type of dance is thought to release blocked energy, clear the mind, and boost self-confidence. Sound healing uses sound and vibration to restore balance and harmony in the body. By listening to certain sounds or music, you can stimulate different parts of the body, promote relaxation, and improve mental clarity.

Shamanic healing uses plant medicines and intentional ceremonies to restore balance to the body, mind, and spirit. Shamanic healers use tools like the drum, prayers, and rituals to help shift energy and restore health.

Since everything is energy, at the end of the day, everything has the potential to heal.

At some points, I felt areas of my body tingle. As the session drew to a close and the healer brought me back to the room with her voice, it was like waking from a restorative nap. I felt a sense of calm and peace, and my mind felt a lot clearer. After the session, I took some time to just be still and do nothing.

Energy healing can be used as a complementary practice alongside other types of therapy and medical treatment. The best place to start when looking for a practitioner is with personal recommendations. Reach out to your circle and find out if you know anyone who has had success with a remote healer.

You can also use online platforms, like the Energy Medicine Directory. One benefit of remote healing: You can work with a healer in any part of the world. I came away from my remote energy healing session with a feeling of deep relaxation and mental clarity. Although it should never replace medical care, energy healing is a great option to have in your self-care toolbox.

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Stress takes up huge amounts of energy. Talking with a friend or a family member can greatly alleviate tension in your life.

Energy healing techniques are also extremely effective tools for reducing stress and increasing energy in your body. Exercise provides your cells with more energy to burn and circulates oxygen throughout the body, leading to higher dopamine levels.

Even a short walk or run a day reduces health risks, strengthens bones and muscles, and improves sleep and memory. Eating processed foods that contain added sugars or refined starches will reduce your energy levels throughout the day.

Eat foods with high nutritional value such as whole grains, high-fiber vegetables, nuts, and proteins. By doing so, you will see an increase in energy and look and feel your best.

If your body is dehydrated, it can result in fatigue, unclear thinking, and mood changes. Water delivers oxygen to the body, boosts skin health and beauty, maintains blood pressure, and boosts performance.

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