(20-05-12) Hypnosis Effective For IBS Treatment

Healthy Answers Research Team

A new study out of Sweden has shown that hypnotherapy alleviated symptoms in
40% of people affected with irritable bowel syndrome with long-term
improvement. IBS has symptoms which alternate between diarrhea and
constipation with abdominal distention, bloating and pain. Milder symptoms are
typically helped with dietary and/or lifestyle changes, but more severe
symptoms often do not - until now.

Researchers at Sahlgrenska Academy of the University of Gothenburg, Sweden,
showed that hypotheraphy delivers relief even for severe symptoms and can be
used in ordinary healthcare settings. Hypotherapy treatment for IBS involves
controlling symptoms through deep relaxation and hypnotic suggestions. The
patients can then practice these techniques on their own. In the group studied,
the positive effects lasted the entire year. Previously studied groups had
effects lasting up to seven years after treatment. Regular doctor visits for
IBS related ailments also decreased during this time 70%, thereby reducing
healthcare costs.

Source:halthyanswers.com

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