The story of Raindrop Technique

and how it can help you!

 Gary Young developed Raindrop Technique (RDT) based on 1) research with essential oils as antimicrobial agents, 2)his knowledge of the Vita Flex technique and its reflex points in the feet, and 3) fascinating information on effleurage (finger stroking) and its effect on the muscles and the nervous system that he learned from the Lakota people in South Dakota. 

While visiting with the Lakota people, Gary learned that for several generations, before the US/Canadian border was established, the Lakota Indians migrated across the Canadian border into the northern regions of Saskatchewan and Manitoba.  There, they often witnessed the Northern Lights, or Aurora borealis.   Those who were ill or had complicated health problems would stand facing the Aurora Borealis, hold their hands toward the lights, and inhale deeply.  The Lakota believed that when the Aurora Borealis was visible, the air was charged with healing energy.  They would mentally ‘inhale’ this energy, allowing it to pass through their spine and on to other afflicted areas of the body through neurological pathways.  Many experienced dramatic healing effects through this practice.

Eventually, after the border made migrations impossible, the Lakota began to use effleurage, or feathered finger stroking, which became associated with this healing technique.  Additionally, the Lakota continued their practice of mentally processing energy, coupled with effleurage, to distribute healing energy throughout the body.

Gary Young found that when this Lakota practice of effleurage was coupled with the energy created by essential oils and Vita Flex, its effects were greatly heightened. 

Since its formal adoption in 1989, Raindrop Technique has received an enormous amount of praise from users all over the world for its help with relaxation, emotional release, tissue cleansing and help with spinal misalignments. 

In 2001, Dr. David Stewart, PhD, circulated a questionnaire to over 2000 health practitioners, massage therapists, aromatherapists and their clients to gain insight on the results that were accruing from RDT.  He received 422 responses summarizing the experiences of some 14,000 RDT sessions.  His findings are summarized in his booklet, A Statistical Validation of Raindrop Technique (available through Essential Science Publishing).  Overall, the 416 respondents who had received RDT rated it positive (97%), pleasant (98%), resulted in an improved emotional state (86%).  99.9% of receivers said they would choose to receive RDT again. 

RDT is a powerful, non-invasive technique utilizing the antiviral, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory action of several key essential oils to assist the body in maintaining normal spinal curvature.  During the past 18 years it has helped alleviate or resolve many cases of scoliosis, kyphosis, and chronic back pain and has eliminated the need for back surgery for hundreds of people. (This excerpt was taken from Essential Oils Desk Reference; Essential Science Publishing, 2007; p.273-4)

 
RDT can release many kinds of tension, congestion, and imbalances in the body.  During a Raindrop session, essential oils are applied to contact points of the feet and spine in order to:                                                                          

Relieve chronic back pain Improve circulation Reduce inflammation

Relieve stress Improve immune function Bolster emotional health

                                                           

 
The healing properties of aromatherapy and touch are well documented.  If you are dealing with chronic pain, stress, low immunity, chronic fatigue or fibromyalgia, Raindrop Technique can make a difference for you!!!

 
Consider giving yourself one this week!

See what other clients have said about Raindrop:

"I have found that Jean has much to offer with her brilliant use of essential oils and her nursing education.  She put this combination to use for me in a Raindrop Technique session after a back injury in one of the most powerful energy sessions I've ever received--and since I'm an energy therapist myself, I've had lots of experience to compare it to.  I highly recommend her gifted talents."                                J. Bennett

"I had been experiencing terrible pain in my knee for three weeks. Some days it was so bad that I found it hard to walk. I had a Raindrop session with Jean, which left me feeling open and relaxed. Following the session she worked with me to determine what oils might help my knee. After just three days of applying wintergreen and cypress 3-4x a day, my knee is 90% improved. It feels so much better. I can bend my knee without sending throbbing pains through it. My knee feels healthy again. Thank you so much Jean for your support and insight!"                                                 Elizabeth

I wanted to say how wonderful that treatment was yesterday and even my cough and cold have improved.  I was so tired I was unable to watch tv or read without falling asleep.  I actually slept longer last night than I usually do with getting more than 8 hours of sleep which was very needed.  And today I had energy to do all kinds of things.  Thank you so much.  Julianna Wetten

I have been dealing with plantar fascitis in my left foot for over a year. I have tried many modalities to reduce the inflammation and pain; including custom orthotics, chiropractic adjustments, massage, essential oil application, and cold laser therapy. All of these modalities were helpful, but I reached a plateau in my recovery where it seemed as if the discomfort in my foot was related to alignment issues with my spine. A few weeks ago, I received a Raindrop treatment from Jean.  She is a warm, compassionate therapist and the treatment was very relaxing. (I actually slept for 12 hours straight after my session.) The next morning when I got up, I could feel an energy flow from my feet, through my spine and into my neck. Best of all, I experienced a 90% reduction in my pain level. This improvement has held since the Raindrop treatment. I followed this up with some additional cold laser treatments and am now 99% pain free. I was able to walk several miles a day on the beaches in Florida recently with no pain. I believe the RDT was an integral part of my recovery and would highly recommend it to anyone!             L.S.

Please call for an appointment!       

Jean Oswald RN

Certified Clinical Aromatherapist

585-872-6242