What illnesses or conditions respond well to hypnosis?
Clinical studies suggest that hypnosis may improve immune function, increase relaxation, decrease stress, and ease pain and feelings of anxiety. Generally, clinical studies show that using hypnosis may reduce your need for medication, improve your mental and physical condition before and after an operation, and reduce the time it takes to recover. A Hypnotherapist can teach you self-regulation skills. For instance, someone with arthritis may learn to turn down pain like the volume on a radio. Hypnotherapy can also be used to help manage chronic illness and accelerate healing in acute conditions. Self-hypnosis can enhance a sense of control and confidence, which is often lacking when someone has an illness, reducing fear, anxiety, and discomfort. Health projects that respond include: • Controlling dental surgical pain • Controlling nausea caused by chemotherapy • Alleviating mild depression and anxiety • Chronic and acute conditions • Blood pressure • Pain reduction • Irritable bowel sy
