Hypnotherapy is a powerful tool. We can use hypnosis in many disease states where the mental and psychological states play an essential role in initiating, maintaining or aggravating the disease course. We can also use hypnosis to change habits like smoking and overeating. It may also be used in many routine life situations like increasing concentration, stress management and goal setting.
The following list is some disorders, which among others, The American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH) names as conditions that may get benefit from hypnotherapy (+),(+):
- Gastrointestinal Disorders (Ulcers, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Colitis, Crohn’s Disease)
- Dermatologic Disorders (Eczema, Herpes, Neurodermatitis, Pruritus [itching], Psoriasis, Warts);\
- Acute and Chronic Pain (back pain, cancer pain, dental anesthesia, headaches and migraines, arthritis or rheumatism)
- Burns: Hypnosis is not only effective for the pain but when hypnotic anesthesia and feelings of coolness are created in the first few hours after a significant burn, it appears that it also reduces inflammation and promotes healing. We believe that a second-degree burn can often be kept from going third degree if hypnosis is used soon after the injury;
- Nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy and pregnancy (hyperemesis gravidarum)
- Childbirth
- Allergies, asthma;
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Trauma (incest, rape, physical and emotional abuse, cult abuse)
- Anxiety and stress management
- Bed-wetting (enuresis)
- Sports and athletic performance
- Smoking cessation
- Obesity and weight control
- Sexual dysfunctions
- Sleep disorders
- Concentration difficulties, test anxiety and learning disorders
It is important to remember that in all medical conditions hypnosis does not substitute for the professional medical help, but is most useful in conjunction with medical treatments.
