Reiki can be given to people, animals, plants... in short, all living things.  It can also be used with inanimate objects, such as food or medicine, to support the healing/nurturing properties of the substance, as well as minimizing the effects of any harmful properties.

People seek Reiki for a wide variety of health-related purposes.  Some examples include:

• Effects of stress
• Chronic pain
• Preparation for and recovery from surgery
  
• Side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy for cancer
• Lowering heart rate
• Improving immunity
• Mental clarity
• Strengthening a sense of emotional well-being and/or spirituality
• Creating a more peaceful birthing experience
  
• Enhancing a sense of peace in people and animals who are dying
• Maintaining wellness and supporting vibrant health
  

Clients often report a deep feeling of relaxation during and after a Reiki session.  Relaxation in and of itself has beneficial health-related effects, such as reducing pain, nausea, and fatigue.  A client might also experience warmth, tingling, sleepiness, refreshment, and/or the easing of one or more other symptoms after treatment.

Reiki is a safe healing technique, however it is not a substitute for professional medical treatment.  It is a holistic therapy that compliments and supports all other healing therapies, including allopathic medicine.