"In biofield energy therapies, the idea is to work with the energy field that surrounds the body in the understanding that it's correlated with the body's internal state. Changes in the biofield are therefore believed to induce changes in the organism (the body) that produces the field"

As a Reiki and Bio-Energy therapist who studied engineering and loves science, I am always looking for research and a better understanding of how energy therapy works to help bridge it into mainstream health. As most of us can’t see energy fields with the human eye, people understandably can be skeptical - and I certainly would be if I couldn’t feel it. Below is some research I have found on energy therapies. Enjoy and any comments/feedback most welcome!
 

Here are some interesting articles and research papers on biofield energy therapies:

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Dr David Hamilton PhD - "Is there science on Reiki?" 
 

•  Shamini Jain & Paul J Mills (2010), 'Biofield therapies: helpful or full of hype? A best evidence synthesis', International Journal of Behavioral Medicine

•  Savannah Z., et al. (2018), 'Reiki for Pain During Hemodialysis: A Feasibility and Instrument Evaluation Study', Journal of Holistic Nursing

• Mackay, N., et al. (2004), 'Autonomic Nervous System Changes During Reiki Treatment: A Preliminary Study,' The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine

• Johnson, J.R., et al. (2014), 'The effectiveness of integrative medicine interventions on pain and anxiety in cardiovascular inpatients: a practice-based research evaluation,' BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine

• Sagkal Midilli, T. and Ciray Gunduzoglu, N. (2016), 'Effects of Reiki on Pain and Vital Signs When Applied to the Incision Area of the Body After Cesarean Section Surgery,' Holistic Nursing Practice

• Billot, M., et al. (2019), 'Reiki therapy for pain, anxiety and quality of life,' BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care