Reiki (sometimes mispronounced as /rejˌiki/, it is properly pronounced /reːki/) is a pseudoscientific therapy based on the following beliefs:

• there is a universal and inexhaustible spiritual “energy”^[1] which can be used for healing purposes
• through an attunement process carried out by a Reiki Master, any person can gain access to this “energy”
• this “energy” will flow through the Reiki Master’s hands when he/she places his/her hands near the patient
• this “energy” has human-like intelligence
• as this “energy” is intelligent, there is no need for diagnosis. This “energy” will automatically judge the disease and will heal the patient.

It can be dangerous, or even life-threatening, if someone avoids evidence-based medicine and relies upon Reiki for treatment.

Keep Reading: Reiki – RationalWiki.