Reiki (pronounced RAY-key) is Japanese for universal life-force energy. Reiki is a simple yet powerful Eastern medicine healing technique; it is a hands off energy healing through the power of various symbols and sound medicine. It’s used to improve health and wellbeing, as well as balance a host of physical and emotional conditions. Reiki can also be used as a preventive health care measure or alongside traditional care. Some of the physical and emotional benefits of Reiki include promoting relaxation, relief from physical and emotional pain, a calmer mind and body, the release of stress and tension, and a rebalance of energy.