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Harris, Darryl James R.N., Dip.App.Sc.(Nursing) (UWSN)., B.H.Sc.(Nursing) (UWSN).,MCN(NSW)., MRCNA. The Mystery and Meaning of Reiki. This study contibutes to nursing knowledge and practice by expanding and supporting previous research on Reiki. It describes the essence of Reiki, thus enabling nurses, and other health care professionals, to better understand this healing art. Implications for nursing education, research, and practice are discussed. A thesis submitted to the University of Western Sydney Nepean (School of Health & Nursing) in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing) (Honours), ã 1998. For an overview of this paper read "The Nature of the Reiki Experience" and to contact Darryl email him at: stargazer17@hotmail.com. Visit Darryl's webpage at: http://sites.netscape.net/strgzrdjh/homepage.html
Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology (2003), 45: 364-370 Cambridge University Press Copyright © 2003 Mac Keith Press doi:doi:10.1017/S0012162203000707 Published online by Cambridge University Press 09May2003 Copy and paste this link:
Edward A Hurvitz MD a1 c1, Christina Leonard a1, Rita Ayyangar MD a1 and Virginia Simson Nelson MD MPH a1 a1 Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Pediatric Section, University of Michigan Medical Center/Charles Stewart Mott Children's Hospital, Ann Arbor, MI, USA Complementary and alternative medicine use in families of children with cerebral palsy Abstract
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· In order to assess patterns of usage of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in families of children with cerebral palsy (CP), 213 families with a child (0 to 18 years) with CP were recruited at the university medical centre in Ann Arbor, MI, USA as part of a descriptive survey.
Two hundred and thirty-five surveys were distributed. Mean age of the child was 8 years 6 months (SD 4y:9mo) and 56% of the sample was male with 35% full-time independent ambulators, while the rest used an assistive device or a wheelchair. Fifty-four percent were in special education classrooms. Families were given a survey on functional status of the child with CP, CAM usage of the child and the parent, factors influencing the decision to use CAM, demographics, and clinical information. Of the families, 56%, used one or more CAM techniques. Massage therapy (25%) and aquatherapy (25%) were the most common. Children of families that used CAM were significantly younger (7y:9mo, SD 4y:7mo) than non-users (9y:6mo, SD 4y:6mo: t-test p<0.01 two-tailed). Children with quadriplegic CP, with spasticity, and those who could not walk independently were more commonly exposed to CAM (Pearson's χ2 [Pχ2] p=0.01 two-tailed; for mobility, odds ratio [OR] of 2.5 with regression). Mothers with a college degree had a greater tendency to use CAM for their child than those without (Pχ2 p=0.01 two-tailed). Fathers of children who used CAM were older than fathers of those who did not (37y:9mo versus 33y:2mo, p=0.04 two-tailed). There was no significant difference between groups for mother's age, father's education, income, or for population of home town. Parents who used CAM for themselves were more likely to try CAM for their child (70% versus 47%, OR 2.1), and were much more likely to be pleased with the outcome (71% versus 42%, OR 3.5). Child's age (younger), lack of independent mobility, and parental use of CAM were the most significant predictive factors identified via logistic regression. (Accepted February 17 2003) J
J Joyce, P Herbison
Reiki treatment for psychological symptoms
· Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2007 Issue 4 (Status: New) Cochrane reviews give an honest non bias opinion of research and is therefore very important. This record should be cited as: Joyce J, Herbison P. Reiki treatment for psychological symptoms. (Protocol) Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2007, Issue 4. Art. No.: CD006833. DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD006833.
http://mrw.interscience.wiley.com/cochrane/clsysrev/articles/CD006833/frame.html
K Pat Kennedy RGN, SCM, BSc., Reiki Master UKf1, f2 Working with survivors of torture in Sarajevo with Reiki Complementary Therapies in Nursing and Midwifery
While working as a nurse/therapist in Sarajevo, I had the opportunity to work in an experimental situation at a centre for torture survivors. This was to see if the use of Reiki would have a beneficial effect on this type of patient. It involved a rethink on traditional Reiki hand positions, music, and the general set-up of the room being used. It was a challenge, and one I was delighted to have had. The people I worked with were wonderful, and the changes in them over the period were so positive. The staff at the Centre were delighted; I was delighted; but so much more importantly, the patients were delighted. The ground has now been broken and hopefully will be considered in a positive light for other traumatized patients. doi:10.1054/ctnm.2000.0516
Kelner, M. et al Health care and consumer choice: medical and alternative therapies. Soc Sci Med. 1997 Jul; 45(2): 203-212.
· Kelner, M. et al. Who seeks alternative health care? A profile of the users of five modes of treatment. J Altern Complement Med. 1997; 3(2): 127-140.
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Mary Ann LaTorre, RN, MA CCNS. (2005) Integrative Perspectives. The Use of Reiki in Psychotherapy. Perspectives In Psychiatric Care 41:4, 184–187 Summary Abstract and References Full Text Article Full Article PDF (No access to abstract)
Martha Lucas, Karin Olson Reiki To Manage Pain – Martha Lucas, Karin Olson et al Cancer Prevention and Control 1997;1:108-13 shoed a reduction in cancer pain
Robert G. Loeb, M.D. (College of Medicine, The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ.) The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of preoperative massage on intra- and postoperative outcomes in 105 female subjects who had a laparoscopic gynecologic surgery procedure done. The subjects received a 30-minute massage (massage group) or 30 minutes of passive touch (control group). There was no difference between the groups in the average dose of inhaled anesthetics received. Patients in the massage group received significantly less intraoperative narcotics (2.2 ± 1.1 versus 2.8 ± 2.0 mcg of fentanyl/kg/hour). Patients in the massage group had significantly less postoperative anxiety (massage group, 9.83 ± 2.9 vs. control group 11.24 ± 3.6). The findings suggest that preoperative massage decreased intraoperative narcotic requirements and postoperative anxiety levels.
M Nicola Mackay, Stig Hansen, Oona McFarlane. (2004) Autonomic Nervous System Changes During Reiki Treatment: A Preliminary Study. The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine 10:6, 1077 (no access to abstract)
Laura McRee, Alice Pasvogel, Alton V. Hallum, Steve E. Behr, Francisco A.R. Garcia, Robert G. Loeb. (2007) Effects of Preoperative Massage on Intra- and Postoperative Outcomes. Journal of Gynecologic Surgery 23:3, 97 Journal of Gynecologic Surgery Effects of Preoperative Massage on Intra- and Postoperative Outcomes To cite this paper:
Laura McRee, R.N., M.S. College of Nursing, The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ. Alice Pasvogel, Ph.D., R.N. College of Nursing, The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ. Alton V. Hallum, M.D. Arizona Oncology Associates, Tucson, AZ. Steve E. Behr, M.D., P.C. Private Practice, Tucson, AZ. Francisco A.R. Garcia, M.D. College of Medicine, The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ.
M · Milton, G., & Chapman, E. The benefits of Reiki treatment in drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs. Pathways to healing: Enhancing Life Through Complimentary Therapies, Conference Proceedings 1995 September; 24-25. Canberra: Royal College of Nursing Australia. |
