IBS

Hypnotherapy for (IBS) Irritable bowel syndrome

IBS

What is IBS? I have been asked on several occasions if Hypnosis can help with IBS and if I would consider treating clients for this condition. Hypnosis can play a role in assisting clients alleviate IBS symptoms. If you think you are suffering from a medical condition, seeing your Doctor and attempting to gain a medical diagnosis for IBS (and ruling our the possible alternatives) should always be the first step before considering hypnosis for Irritable bowel syndrome symptoms.

There have been studies conducted on the effect of hypnosis on the symptoms of IBS, with positive outcomes (such as the study entitled ‘Brain-gut response to stress and chorlinergic stimulation in IBS 1993) Irritable bowel syndrome is a condition classified by the elimination of other causes. It manifests itself in the form of chronic pain, bloating, discomfort, in the absence of any detectable organic cause.

There are 3 classifications for IBS:

  • IBS-D (diarrhea predominant)
  • IBS-A (pain predominant)
  • IBS-C (Constipation predominant)

The mind-body or brain-gut interaction has been proposed in professional fields for IBS and is gaining attention . Cognitive behavioural therapy and Hypnosis have found to be most beneficial with Hypnosis allowing clients to improve their mental well-being and NLP and other ‘cognitive behavioural therapy’ styles allowing clients to help avoid the kind thoughts and behaviours which can contribute to their condition. Studies which explore how Hypnosis can help with IBS include:

  • Irritable bowel syndrome: current treatment options – Presse Med – Ducrotte, 2007
  • Complimentary and alternative medicine treatments for irratable bowel syndrome” Aliment Pharacol Ther, Bijerk C, Muris J, Hoes A, de Wit N, 2007

I have IBS, What should I do next ?

If you’re suffering from IBS and would like to try relaxation and behavioural strategies to alleviate stress assist with your condition, call me  - Benjamin Cook – Hypnotherapy Glasgow – on 07810 117025 to discuss IBS hypnotherapy today.

 

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