About Reiki
In a standard treatment Reiki energy flows from the practitioner's hands into the client. The client is usually lying on a massage table but treatments can also be given seated, standing or lying anywhere. The client remains fully clothed. The practitioner places his or her hands on or near the client's body in a series of hand positions. These include positions around the head and shoulders, the stomach, legs, back, and feet. Other, more specific positions may be used based on the client's needs.
What does a Reiki treatment feel like?
What a client experiences during a Reiki treatment varies somewhat from person to person. However, feelings of deep relaxation are usually felt by all. In addition, many feel a wonderful glowing radiance that flows through and surrounds them. As the Reiki energy encourages the client to let go of all tension, anxiety, fear or other negative feelings, the client experiences a state of peace and well-being. Some people drift off to sleep or report floating outside their bodies or have visions and other experiences. At the end of the treatment, the client will usually feel refreshed with a more positive, balanced outlook.
Are there any side effects from a Reiki treatment?
Most of the time, clients will feel relaxed and uplifted by a Reiki treatment. However, sometimes a person will have what is called a healing crisis. As a person's vibration goes up, toxins that have been stored in the body are released into the blood stream to be filtered by the liver and kidneys and removed from the system. When this happens, sometimes a person can get a headache or stomach ache or feel weak. If this happens, it is a good idea to drink more water, eat lighter meals and get more rest. The body is cleansing as part of the healing process so this is a good sign!