Research on Reiki as a Complimentary Treatment

Research indicates that Reiki may aid in reducing anxiety, depression, and pain among individuals with chronic conditions. For instance, a 2011 randomized controlled trial found that participants receiving Reiki experienced significant improvements in mood and well-being compared to a control group onlinelibrary.wiley.com.

Further studies have examined Reiki's impact on physiological parameters. A 2017 review concluded that Reiki is more effective than a placebo in enhancing both physical and psychological health pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.

Additionally, a large-scale effectiveness trial reported significant improvements in pain, anxiety, depression, and overall well-being following a single Reiki session

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While these findings are promising, it's important to note that the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) states that more rigorous research is needed to conclusively determine Reiki's efficacy nccih.nih.gov.

As such, Reiki should be considered a complementary therapy and not a replacement for conventional medical treatments.