“Laying on of hands” is one of the oldest, most ubiquitous forms of healing known to humankind, apparently having emerged independently among ancient cultures worldwide. The father of modern Western medicine, Hippocrates, referred to it as “the force which flows from many people's hands.”
Reiki, also known as "Laying on of Hands" is an ancient holistic healing technique believed to have originated in Tibet & India thousands of years ago. By directing Life-force energy (Prana, Chi, Ki), it assists with stress reduction while balancing the subtle energies in our body. It is never considered to be a "cure", but will assist in conjunction with medical treatment and alternative therapy. It is holistic, affecting the whole person - body, mind & spirit - to encourage deep relaxation, well-being and helping the body with its own self-healing ability.
"By furthering our scientific knowledge of the biofield, we arrive at a better understanding of the foundations of biology as well as the phenomena that have been described as “energy medicine.”
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"Content analysis of treatment notes and interviews revealed five broad categories of responses: Relaxation; Improved Physical Symptoms, Mood, and Well-Being; Curiosity and a Desire to Learn More; Enhanced Self-Care; and Sensory and Cognitive Responses to Reiki."
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"Reiki may help decrease pain perception by healing the emotional aspect of pain. Reiki is meant to resolve emotional distress by allowing healing energy to flow freely throughout the body, which results in relaxation and reduced pain and tension throughout the body. It can also help reduce stress and anxiety, which can decrease pain perception as well."
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Liora Berger, BSc Hons,1 Marianne Tavares, MSc,2 and Brian Berger, MBChB, CCFP, FCFP3
Background: The provision of complementary therapy in palliative care is rare in Canadian hospitals. An Ontario hospital’s palliative care unit developed a complementary therapy pilot project within the interdisciplinary team to explore potential benefits. Massage, aromatherapy, Reiki, and Therapeutic TouchTM were provided in an integrated approach. This paper reports on the pilot project, the results of which may encourage its replication in other palliative care programs.
Objectives: The intentions were (1) to increase patients’/families’ experience of quality and satisfaction with end-of-life care and (2) to determine whether the therapies could enhance symptom management.
Results: Data analysis (n = 31) showed a significant decrease in severity of pain, anxiety, low mood, restlessness and discomfort ( p < 0.01, 95% confidence interval); significant increase in inner stillness/peace ( p < 0.01, 95% confidence interval); and convincing narratives on an increase in comfort. The evaluation by staff was positive and encouraged continuation of the program.
Conclusions: An integrated complementary therapy program enhances regular symptom management, increases comfort, and is a valuable addition to interdisciplinary care.
Staff evaluation
The feedback from the chief palliative care physician noted favorable results:
"The level of satisfaction of patients and families has been absolutely amazing—not only regarding symptom control, but the level of comfort and peace. The complementary therapist is able to listen to their inner worries and concerns, which has really helped to support the work of the rest of the team. And at our weekly rounds she is a valuable resource."
JOURNAL OF PALLIATIVE MEDICINE
Volume 16, Number 10, 2013
ª Mary Ann Liebert, Inc.
DOI: 10.1089/jpm.2013.0295
Full Research: J Palliat Med. 2013 Oct; 16(10): 1294–1298.
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