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Reiki for decrease postmenopausal symptoms and depression: a randomized clinical trial.
Esra Sabancı Baransel1, Tuba Uçar1
1Inonu University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Midwifery - Malatya, Turkey.
Revista Da Associacao Medica Brasileira (1992)
|August 13, 2025
Summary
Reiki therapy significantly reduced menopausal symptoms and depression in postmenopausal women. This complementary treatment offers a potential option for managing menopause-related issues.
Area of Science:
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine
- Women's Health
- Psychosomatic Medicine
Background:
- Menopause is associated with various physical and psychological symptoms.
- Depression is a common comorbidity in postmenopausal women.
- Effective and safe interventions are needed to manage these symptoms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of Reiki on menopausal symptoms.
- To assess the effect of Reiki on depression levels in postmenopausal women.
Main Methods:
- A randomized controlled trial involving 82 postmenopausal women.
- The intervention group received four weekly Reiki sessions.
- Menopausal symptoms and depression were measured using validated scales.
Main Results:
- Reiki significantly decreased overall menopausal complaints, somato-vegetative symptoms, and psychological symptoms.
- Depression scores were significantly lower in the Reiki group compared to the control group.
- Effect sizes indicated a notable reduction in symptoms post-Reiki intervention.
Conclusions:
- Reiki practice is an effective complementary therapy for reducing menopausal symptoms and depression.
- Reiki may serve as a valuable non-pharmacological option for postmenopausal women.
- Further research can explore long-term effects and optimal protocols for Reiki in menopause management.
