Open AccessHypnotic interventions in the management of chronic pain
Author(s) -
Ann Williamson,
Bscah
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
advances in clinical neuroscience and rehabilitation
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2397-267X
pISSN - 1473-9348
DOI - 10.47795/tikq8368
Subject(s) - hypnotic , hypnosis , psychological intervention , psychotherapist , chronic pain , psychology , pain management , medicine , clinical psychology , alternative medicine , psychiatry , physical therapy , pathology
This article describes the pain neuro-matrix and shows how hypnotic suggestions can be used directed at each part of this in order to be maximally effective. Although inducing the hypnotic state may be relatively simple, it is important to know how to utilise it effectively using suggestion and imagery. An understanding of the patient’s clinical condition and some counselling or psychological training are essential.