Pain is usually our reaction to illness or injury, and is our alarm system for knowing that something is wrong. Usually, when the illness or injury has cleared, the pain eases or stops.
But, for many people, the pain continues after the illness or injury has healed. When it has lasted for more three or more months it is called chronic pain, which can often be debilitating for emotional and physical health. Chronic pain can lead to Chronic Pain Syndrome, with associated symptoms such as depression or anxiety as well as the pain.
Hypnotherapy for chronic pain management can help you to manage your level of pain more effectively. It will help you to feel calmer, and more relaxed, and it will have a more positive effect on associated anxiety or stress. My audio download will help you to sleep.
Hypnotherapy is a supplementary therapy and should not take the place of medical diagnosis or treatment. A diagnosis should be sought before considering hypnotherapy for any type of pain.
Take away Tip
Research (Doskoch, 2011) has found that laughter causes a drop in blood pressure and heart rate, leading to relaxation. Laughter also releases endorphins – the brain’s natural pain reliever.