REIKI
There are many ways to heal and treat what ails us. Proper nutrition and exercise are building blocks for good health, to ensure our bodies are getting what they need and operating well. When things stop working so well, we may need treatment- be it supplementing our nutrition or medical help. Modern medicine is amazing and so much can be done with medicines and procedures, but they are not the only way. At New Leaf we believe in alternative and eastern medicine and are happy to offer Reiki healing.
The Art of Reiki Healing is a simple, natural and safe method of spiritual healing and self-improvement and is known to promote stress reduction, relaxation and feelings of peace, security and wellbeing. It can work in conjunction with other medical or therapeutic techniques and has been known to promote recovery and relieve the side effects of other various treatments.
What is it?
Various forms of energy healing have been practiced in eastern medicine for thousands of years, however the modern practice of Reiki originates from early 20th century Japan. There were several modalities developed independently, but the practice that made it to the west and hence became popular was created by Mikao Usui in the 1920s. Now, reiki is used all over the world, including in hospitals and hospices, to complement other forms of health treatments.
The name Reiki is derived from the Japanese words rei and ki, translating to universal life force or spiritual energy. Reiki is rooted in the concept that an imperceptible energy circulates within us, sustaining life. Following this notion, diminished life force energy makes us more vulnerable to stress or illness, and can negatively affect our overall quality of life.
How it Works
Reiki practitioners use their hands to deliver energy to your body acting as a conduit, improving the flow and balance of your energy to support healing. They transfer the energy and the patient receives what they need and where they need it. They may not actually touch the patient, but use the technique of “laying on hands”, hovering over the areas to be affected for minutes at a time. The idea is to focus energy on points where there may be blockages or physical issues, as well as encouraging flow through the chakras. By working on body, mind and emotions, it can support physical, mental, and spiritual healing.
Benefits
The purpose of Reiki is to balance and restore the flow of energy within the body. But what exactly does that do? Generally, Reiki promotes stress reduction, relaxation, and relief of symptoms from illness or injury, improving overall well-being. People use reiki to decrease pain, ease muscle tension, speed healing, and improve sleep. Regular treatments can serve as a form of preventative medicine and improve stress response. It can help prepare the body for surgery, stimulate the immune system, and may help aid the healing process, speeding up recovery and relieving side effects of other treatments.
Reiki should not take the place of traditional medical treatment, but can be a great complement to it. Some have reported it has eased their nausea caused by chemotherapy. It may be helpful for people dealing with: chronic pain, cancer, digestive problems, stress-related & psychological issues such as anxiety and depression, parkinson’s, and more.
Our Treatment/FAQ
What happens during a reiki session?
Reiki treatments typically last about 50 minutes, but we offer a shorter 30 minute session or add-on to another treatment. During a session, you’ll lie on a massage table fully clothed, as your reiki practitioner gently places their hands, palms down, on or just above your body in specific energy locations.
Reiki differs from other touch therapies in that there is no pressure, massage or manipulation involved.
What does reiki feel like?
You may feel a sensation such as a tingling or warmth at the site being worked on. You may also feel energy running throughout your body, not localized to where the practitioner’s hards are. You may also not feel direct physical sensations during the treatment.
Most people feel very relaxed and peaceful during reiki treatment, and many fall asleep during the process.
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No scientific studies have proved whether reiki is effective for treating any type of disease. But some health professionals believe it may be useful in helping reduce stress and anxiety.
Always tell your doctor if you are using an alternative therapy or if you are thinking about combining an alternative therapy with your conventional medical treatment. It may not be safe to forgo your conventional medical treatment and rely only on an alternative therapy.