Energy medicine has increasingly gained the respect of medical professionals and scientists. From Stanford and Princeton professors studying its physics to spiritual healers who manifest herbs through their hands, evidence supports the idea that one’s bioenergy fields have an effect on physical wellbeing.
Reiki
Reiki practitioners utilize gentle touch to move energy throughout your body in an attempt to balance and harmonize its energies, with no reported side effects or risks associated with its practice.
Reiki, an energy healing modality, is used not only for relaxation but may also boost immune systems and increase overall health benefits. Used widely across healthcare settings including hospitals, but should not be seen as a replacement for professional advice or care.
Reiki sessions generally last 30 to 60 minutes and you should remain fully clothed during that time. A practitioner may, but isn’t required, to place their hands on your head, chest, belly, arms, or legs during this time – though you may experience sensations such as heat or emotional release during this session. A series of four sessions is generally advised; however one may still provide some benefits. To learn more about complementary and integrative health approaches available today and their review processes for safety and effectiveness visit NCCIH Clearinghouse.
Medical Qigong
Qigong is an energy-based practice used for health and healing that involves movements, breathing techniques and mental focus. Qigong restores balance by correcting bio-energetic imbalances, clearing blockages and relieving deep-seated emotions or stress.
Medical Qigong uses movement, breathing techniques and mind awareness to increase body function, relieve pain, strengthen internal organs, balance hormones, enhance digestion and enhance immunity – with profound results for quality of life and physiological functions for cancer patients in particular.
As part of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Medical Qigong is one of the “Branches”, alongside acupuncture, herbal medicine and medical massage (Tuina). Medical qigong fosters health and healing by balancing electromagnetic energy that permeates everything living; used to treat conditions such as cancer, chronic fatigue, depression insomnia fibromyalgia asthma anxiety etc. Additionally medical Qigong may complement conventional western medical treatments or serve as an additional holistic healing modality that may prevent disease before it arises!
Reflexology
Reflexology involves applying pressure to specific points on feet and hands that correspond with organs and body systems, in order to improve sleep, circulation and reduce stress/anxiety/relaxation. Although not yet scientifically established as medical treatment, reflexology can serve as an effective complementary therapy therapy option.
Energy healing modalities like Reiki and reflexology continue to make strides forward scientifically, becoming standardized training programs with ethical codes of conduct, lending legitimacy to these alternative treatments. Furthermore, more medical institutions are employing such practices alongside more conventional therapies.
Reflexology may seem like just another foot massage, but its many other applications go well beyond this. A skilled reflexologist can detect pain and imbalances in the body’s energetic system before they manifest in physical form; food allergies; vital organ imbalances – all without being told where or what symptoms exist by their client. Your body is an amazing machine capable of healing itself when provided with appropriate support and guidance.
Craniosacral Therapy
Craniosacral Therapy (CST) is an approach to healing that uses gentle hands-on methods and relies on physical contact between practitioner and client, in order to promote both physical and emotional well-being. CST works by monitoring the flow of cerebrospinal fluid between brain stem and sacrum bones as well as palpating these bones; its principle resembles that of acupuncture which analyzes vital energy flow – known as Qi or “chee”.
At each session, your therapist will rest their hands gently on your head and sacrum before listening to the rhythms of fluid and membranes to identify any blockages which will then be addressed and eliminated – helping alleviate any discomfort you might be feeling in this process.
A therapist will assess what is causing pain or discomfort before using their hands to release any restricted areas in the cranial sacral system – including membranes that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord – with the intention of relieving tension caused by stress or life experiences and even aiding recovery from chronic migraines and headaches. This process may help ease tension or pain caused by stress or life experiences or contribute to healing musculoskeletal issues like fibromyalgia or migraine headaches.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a non-drug therapy used to enhance the body’s natural healing processes and promote balance, using small needles inserted into specific points on the body known as acupuncture points. Acupuncture can help treat many illnesses and conditions, relieving pain, increasing circulation, supporting bodily functions and relieving stress – including helping those living with chronic illnesses like cancer.
Studies demonstrate that acupuncture works by stimulating the brain to release chemicals that alter or prevent pain signals sent out by the nervous system, as well as “feel-good” mood-regulating chemicals that make patients feel better physically and emotionally.
The National Institutes of Health has recommended acupuncture for treating many conditions including addiction, stroke rehabilitation, headaches, menstrual cramps, tennis elbow, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis and back pain. Acupuncture can also treat postoperative pain as well as nausea and vomiting caused by cancer treatment, chemotherapy or surgery procedures; additionally it’s becoming available more conventional medical settings such as hospitals, medical school clinics and veterans healthcare centers as well as more than ever practicing MD acupuncturists who offer their expertise privately in private practices.
Massage
Massage involves physical manipulation of soft tissues using techniques such as effleurage, petrissage and kneading to affect them physically. Massage has long been believed to help increase circulation by providing muscle cells with oxygen and nutrients more quickly; additionally it may release metabolic waste products and reduce swelling in edematous tissues.
Energy healing involves balancing your body’s “life force” via techniques such as acupressure, sound healing and massage therapy. Energy healers believe that human energy systems extend far beyond physical boundaries; when this energy becomes blocked or imbalanced it leads to illness.
Ayurved massage utilizes various techniques such as shirodhara and marma chikitsa to provide holistic therapeutic benefits, with oil being poured into ears, between eyebrows or over energy points (chakras). Once these oils have been administered, a practitioner gently manipulates joints and muscles for new movement options; sessions end with instruction on how to maintain these changes at home. Massage has been found to strengthen immune systems as well as help prevent osteoporosis – with any contraindications including direct pressure over bony prominences or deep pressure over areas affected by active cancer or severe infection.
Nutritional Therapy
Nutritional therapy can provide assistance for a range of health issues. From bloating and heartburn to depression and fatigue, nutritional therapists offer guidance for making dietary changes that improve body functions and aid healing. Working on an individual basis, nutritional therapists examine all aspects of their client’s diet and lifestyle in order to pinpoint what may be causing their symptoms.
Energy therapies such as acupuncture and Reiki (which involves the laying on of hands to channel healing energy into the patient) may also be utilized as effective ways of treating psychological issues, helping reduce stress levels and enhance mental clarity.
Integrative psychiatry and energy medicine provide complementary approaches that take a holistic approach to mental health. Acupuncture and Reiki can both help improve circulation, which in turn can alleviate stress and anxiety; furthermore, both therapies help promote mental clarity and emotional balance.
Meditation
Meditation can be used as a powerful tool to reduce stress and promote physical wellbeing, address emotional concerns like fear or grief, and potentially aid with chronic conditions like hypertension.
Meditation is an approach to relaxation that involves sitting comfortably and concentrating on breathing. Thoughts or feelings that arise may be uncomfortable or distressful; rather than suppress them outright, aim to recognize them and return your attention back to breathing slowly and steadily.
Meditation has been shown to have many beneficial effects on both brain and body, including lowering blood pressure. Meditation may also improve mood and lower instances of depression while strengthening immunity and increasing quality of life. If meditation is part of your treatment plan, we advise consulting a holistic health practitioner so they can explain more about its advantages and techniques.
