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   Summary:Reiki is a Buddhist practice that is approximately 2,500 years old. The name "Reiki" is derived from two Japanese words: rei meaning universal spirit and ki meaning life energy. Mention of Reiki can be found in the Tibetan sutras and in ancient records of cosmology and philosophy. Hichau Mikao Usui, a Japanese physician and Buddhist monk, revitalized the practice of Reiki in the 19th century.Scientific Evidence:Uses These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider.   Read more

 

rVita Treatment Chart for Reiki

Condition
Scientific Rating
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10=Highest
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Cerebral Palsy Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Bell's Palsy Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Graft Versus Host Disease Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Depression and HIV Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Selective COX-2 Inhibitors Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Bipolar Disorder Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Pain Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Depression Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Tourette's Syndrome Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Parkinson's Disease Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Movement Disorders Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Huntington's Disease Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Guillain-Barre Syndrome Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Chronic Illness and Quality of Life Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) Traditional Therapy With Insufficient Evidence Write a review -
Neonatal Disorders Traditional Therapy With Insufficient Evidence Write a review -
 
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Reiki Expert Articles

What Are the Important Characteristics of Reiki Healing Techniques?

by: Danielle
April 24, 2008
We asked a member of our trusted network, Rachael Kane-Pineau , Reiki master, this question, and this is what she had to say:"When receiving Reiki healing, it’s important for the recipient/client to know that they are participating in their own healing and that the Reiki practitioner is just an aid to assist. The person has to be willing to heal.
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