In an excerpt from his book,
Aromatherapy, The Essential Beginning, D. Gary Young N.D.
states, "It
has typically been used to help straighten spinal curvatures and to fight
against viruses. It has been discovered that many viruses lie dormant
along the spine, including the virus that causes scoliosis. The
Raindrop Therapy is a mild and non-intrusive application of a
combination of several techniques that have proven to be effective
from a small degree, to what would appear to be miraculous. I have
never seen it fail, and have been surprised by many unexpected and
fruitful results. Of course, this cannot be taken to mean that it will
always work."
According to Dr. Young,
Raindrop Therapy may be especially beneficial for back problems such
as scoliosis, deteriorated disks & compression. The oils may continue to work in the body for
about 5 to 7 days after a treatment, with continued realignment taking
place during this time.
Raindrop Therapy gets its name from the process of
gently dropping essential oils directly onto the body. After
each new oil is applied, it is smoothed and fanned over the spinal
column, affecting the nerves that branch out to the body. The
technique uses a combination of
Young Living
essential and massage oils:
Valor:
A blend of spruce, rosewood, blue tansy & frankincense in
an almond oil base that works on electrical & energy
alignment of the body. The key to using this blend of oils is
patience. Once the frequencies begin to balance in these areas, then
structural alignment can occur. It is most frequently used on
the soles of the feet & shoulders. This is the most important oil used in
this application.
Thyme:
One of the most antiseptic essential oils - it is anti-bacterial and
anti-viral in nature. It may be beneficial in
helping to overcome fatigue & exhaustion. It supplies energy during times of stress
& physical weakness. This essential oil can easily penetrate the
body, & may help kill any virus or bacteria that may be present.
Thyme is grown & distilled at the Young
Living Farms.
Oregano:
Works similarly to Thyme but is more aggressive & may help stimulate
the immune system, balance metabolism, & strengthen the body's vital
centers.
Wintergreen:
An anti-inflammatory,
it may help
to relieve pain. Beneficial for
bone, muscle & joint discomfort. It’s primary chemical
component, methyl salicylate, has a cortisone-like activity, which
may assist with arthritis, tendonitis and rheumatism. Elevates
& increases awareness in sensory system.
Cypress:
One of the oils most commonly used to support the circulatory system,
and
may
help relieve cramps, spasms, varicose veins, edema, cellulite, &
water retention.
Peppermint:
One of the oldest & most highly regarded oils for soothing
digestion, peppermint has been found to improve mental accuracy,
strengthen the nervous system, &
soothe the respiratory system.
It also helps
bring harmony between the other oils in order to enhance their
individual activity. several research studies evaluated
peppermint's effect on the liver
&
respiratory systems, as well as its ability to
improve concentration & mental accuracy. Alan Hirsch, M.D., studied
peppermint's ability to directly affect the brain's satiety center, which
triggers a sense of fullness after meals.
Peppermint is grown
& distilled at the Young Living Farms.
Basil:
Can be relaxing to muscles (anti-spasmodic), including smooth muscles (those not subject to
our voluntary control, such as the heart & digestive system).
Revitalizing
for the nerves, it is beneficial for mental fatigue, it may help
sharpen the sense of smell, alleviate mental fatigue & relieve
migraine headaches.
It may also be used to soothe insect
bites when applied topically.
Basil is grown
& distilled at the Young Living Farms.
Marjoram:
Used for calming the respiratory system, it assists in relieving
spasms & in relaxing muscles (cramps, aches, discomfort).
Massage to calm stressed muscles & the respiratory system. It
assists in calming the nerves & is antiseptic.
Aroma Siez:
This special Young Living blend of basil, marjoram, lavender,
peppermint & cypress essential oils helps relax, calm
& relieve tight, sore, tired, & achy muscles resulting from
sports injuries, fatigue & stress.
V-6 Mixing Oil:
Used to dilute the oils.
Ortho Ease Massage Oil:
Contains oils of Wheat Germ, Grape Seed, Sesame Seed, Sunflower Seed,
Sweet Almond, Vitamin E & essential oils: Wintergreen, Juniper,
Marjoram, Red Thyme, Vetiver, Peppermint, Lemon-Grass, Eucalyptus and Australaina. Ortho Ease Massage Oil is applied over the entire area
after Raindrop Therapy & has
been reported to be beneficial for stress, muscle cramps, arthritic
pain, & tension.
All the oils are applied along the spine at
the energy centers & gently distributed through light massage starting at the tailbone & extending up to the base of the skull. Warm stones are used during a
portion of the massage to enhance the penetration of the oils more
deeply into the spinal nerves.
A
very warm towel is applied to the back after
all the oils are applied & massaged into the spine; then covered with a
dry towel. The back can become very hot
at this time & peaks in about 5-8 minutes, then cools down.
The water in the warm towel drives the oils deeper into the
skin. The more out of
balance, the more virus or bacteria activity in the body; or, the
more inflammation in the spine, the hotter the area will become
along the spine. Some
people will experience no heat, while for others it will be mild &
very pleasant. For
others it may be very hot & a bit uncomfortable. Please inform your therapist of
your comfort level at all times!
Afterwards,
a gentle back massage is given.
