For a decade, the CHI Institute popularized traditional Chinese methods of self-care and created the early Infratonic technologies, devices that emitted alpha-range sound waves to simultaneously relax the body, reduce inflammation, and stimulate the production of healing chemicals such as hyaluronic acid. Holding regular retreats to China allowed others to learn and work with the ancient practices that create an abundance of life force energy and vitality. The China Healthways Newsletter educated thousands with the research performed, resulting in the following – an obvious need for holistic healing tools, for a place to focus on the human energy field and healing of the mind and body.