The Effect of Reiki Energy Healing on CABG Postoperative Chest Pain Caused by Coughing and Deep Breathing

Effects of Reiki Versus Physiotherapy on Relieving Lower Back Pain and Improving Activities Daily Living of Patients With Intervertebral Disc Hernia

“…11,13,[22][23][24] Although studies are varying in the effectiveness of distance Reiki, the present study showed a positive effect of distance Reiki on pain and ADL in patients with IVHD, which is consistent with the previous studies. 13,21,23,24 Although the present study compared 3 different interventions and showed a significant improvement in the pain relief and ADL in patients with IVDH, it had some limitations, which were beyond the control of the researchers. The pain perception may be affected by ambient factors such as environmental noise.…”

“…On the other hand, according to the Ki theory of energy therapy, Reiki opens and balances the centers and the path of energy flow in individuals and improves physical, psychological, and emotional problems. 20 Studies show that Reiki reduces pain 21 and improves the quality of life. 11 , 13 , 22 – 24 …”

“…Although studies are varying in the effectiveness of distance Reiki, the present study showed a positive effect of distance Reiki on pain and ADL in patients with IVHD, which is consistent with the previous studies. 13 , 21 , 23 , 24 …”

“…The pain perception may be affected by ambient factors such as environmental noise. 21 Despite the recommendation of lying or sitting down in a comfortable position and quiet place during distance Reiki, some patients had not found such a place in their house. Some patients refused to perform daily activities regularly due to fear of pain recurrence in the drug therapy group.…”

“…On the other hand, according to the Ki theory of energy therapy, Reiki opens and balances the centers and the path of energy flow in individuals and improves physical, psychological, and emotional problems. 20 Studies show that Reiki reduces pain 21 and improves the quality of life. 11,13,[22][23][24] Although studies are varying in the effectiveness of distance Reiki, the present study showed a positive effect of distance Reiki on pain and ADL in patients with IVHD, which is consistent with the previous studies.…”