In an Alternative Medicine Brochure, I became aware of Raindrop Therapy, what do!

I studied and became certified in Raindrop Therapy in undergrad school.

It is (from my book...Spa Concepts)

Raindrop Therapy is a healing technique using pure essential oils. Raindrop Therapy combines aromatherapy, reflexology, massage and moist heat to create healing and cleansing through structural and electrical alignment to the body. The purpose of the therapy is to bring total balance, harmony, and body wellness - mental, physical, and emotional.

Raindrop Therapy uses a sequence of nine essential oils that have been clinically tested to have antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. These essential oils are dropped gently on the spine and then lightly massaged in using various techniques. The practitioner dispenses the oils along the client's spine like little drops of rain from a height of about six inches. The oils are gently brushed up the spine and lightly massaged over the rest of the back. A hot compress is then applied, which facilitates oil absorption and muscle relaxation. Developed by nutritionist Gary Young, Raindrop Therapy is based on the theory that many spinal misalignments are caused by pathogens that reside dormant along the backbone. This condition creates inflammation causing contortion and disfigurement along the spine. The application of highly antimicrobial essential oils reduces inflammation and kills the pathogens, thus providing symptom relief. Raindrop Therapy is based on Lakota Native healing.

Gary Young has researched aromatherapy and herbal medicine for over 20 years. He gives credit to the Native American Lakotas, the Hunza people of the Himalayan Mountains, and the people of Inner Mongolia for his inspiration. The premise behind Raindrop Therapy is that the use of specific antimicrobial oils applied in a particular sequence with various techniques will reduce the body’s inflammations and destroy any viral presence. Although the original theory behind this is to heal problems of the spine, modifications can be incorporated into the therapy to treat other conditions.

I find it very relaxing and like having it done complimented with a massage before and after.

In my practice, I get very little request for it even though it is promoted. I am not sure if they are apprehensive of it because not many people know about the benefits or the price. Yes, it is expensive because the essential oils used are expensive and quite a bit is used in Raindrop Therapy.

Personal Exp.

"Raindrop Therapy is a healing technique using pure essential oils. Raindrop Therapy combines aromatherapy, reflexology, massage and moist heat to create healing and cleansing through structural and electrical alignment to the body."

The correct answer of course is that it's a nice smell, but total quackery as far as healing/medicine goes

ETA

" It is completely understandable that those not trained in energetic medicine would find it silly"

Well, let us all into the secret then. What is the nature of this energy and how do you measure it?

It's a form of aromatherapy using overpriced oils. It's nice, but you can't expect it to do much. Don't expect to get much pitching done for your business today. Everyone is aware that's what you are doing.

It's funny how every single time you post a question, Your other account "Irish Girl" Answers it....

Essential oils can actually have subtle, yet dramatic healing potential. It is completely understandable that those not trained in energetic medicine would find it silly, but do not let ignorance sway your interest.