Monday 28 November 2016

Basics Concerning Hypnotherapy Orange CA Patients Should Know

By Joyce Gibson


Hypnotherapy is a technique that has been with us for many centuries. It has continued to be used as a treatment modality for many acute and chronic medical conditions. This is in spite of the fact that no scientific basis for the therapy has been shown. The therapy mainly works by putting the client in a state of trance. If they have plans of undergoing hypnotherapy orange CA residents need to understand a number of things beforehand.

One of the conditions commonly managed using this method is what is termed irritable bowel syndrome, IBD. This is a chronic condition that is characterized by abdominal symptoms such as constipation, diarrhea and pain as well as psychological symptoms such as depression, anxiety and stress. The condition presents a major challenge to mainstream medicine due to the absence of an identifiable cause.

The therapy is said to be effective in reducing body weight. This is done by influencing dietary habits of the clients. Suggestions are made to a client so that they deter them from eating certain (harmful) foods and instead opt for more desirable options. Favorable foods are those that have low caloric values. A similar principle has been employed in helping smokers quit the habit.

Another condition that is currently being managed using the therapy is anxiety. Interventions can be undertaken when the anxiety has already developed or if there is a condition likely to lead to the disorder. Pregnancy, labor, examination and public speaking are some examples of conditions that may predispose to anxiety. When the therapy is administered during labor, the associated pain is significantly reduced.

There are several other applications of the therapy both in the medical field and in other areas. Many of them are either caused or aggravated by psychological stress. Examples include minor skin conditions such as eczema. Others include phobias, asthma, sleep disorders and fibromyalgia among others. Relief of the stress also results in resolution of symptoms. The common practice is to use the therapy alongside other treatments.

The main activity during the first session is for the therapist and the client to get to know each other. The therapist takes a clinical history of the condition that requires treatment before formulating a therapy plan. They then explain to the client what is to be done and the duration that will be required. The average time needed for therapy is between four to ten sessions.

Hypnotherapy is mainly based on relaxation techniques. When the client relaxes fully, their blood pressure and pulse rate are significantly lowered. This relaxed state helps reduce pain and anxiety y as well as other emotional states. The therapist will make a number of suggestions when he patient is in a state of trance with the objective of influencing their subconscious mind.

The therapy is described as being a safe technique without any serious side effects. The therapy is usually offered by varied health professionals. They include doctors, psychologists, psychiatrists and dentists among others depending on the exact procedure that is being performed. Always make sure that the person offering the therapy has the requisite qualification.




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