Hypnosis for IBS

Denise Billen-Mejia: www.healandberadiant.com Martin Furber: www.martinfurber.com Season 5 Episode 3 – Hypnosis for IBS Did you know that hypnotherapy is one of the most recommended treatments for people with IBS? In this episode, Denise and Martin talk about their experiences helping people ease their symptoms. They explain some of the methodology involved and why hypnosis can be so effective. Let’s face it, IBS is one of those subjects that people are often embarrassed to talk about. So, if your life is affected by IBS in some way, or you’re a hypnotherapist who would like to hear more about how these two professionals help their clients deal with this issue, then tune in to this episode. In the UK, NICE recommends hypnotherapy for IBS, and the NHS is beginning to acknowledge just how helpful this complementary therapy can be in helping people improve their lives. Denise and Martin are on opposite sides of the Atlantic. They have a weekly catch-up talking about all things hypnosis and therapeutic hypnotherapy. It’s an informal chat between two professional friends and colleagues. They won’t blind you with science, they just talk in everyday language about this much misunderstood subject. So, if you’re wondering what two hypnotherapists would talk about with each other, join them and find out. #hypnosis #hypnotherapy #conversation #podcast #stress #stresssignature #stressrelief To claim free CME credits please use this link: Powered by CMEfy - a seamless way for busy clinician learners to discover Internet Point-of-Care Learning opportunities that reward CME credits and more. For those of you who would like to know more about the research behind this week’s episode, please see the following references: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hypnotherapy/ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/irritable-bowel-syndrome-ibs/ Efficacy of hypnotherapy in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome. A systematic review with meta-analysis: This study analysed nine studies and found that hypnotherapy was significantly more effective in reducing gastrointestinal symptoms compared to control groups. Group hypnotherapy and more sessions were associated with better outcomes. (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4015203/) The Efficacy of Hypnotherapy in the Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis: This study analysed 7 studies and found that hypnotherapy was effective in reducing IBS symptoms and improving quality of life, with effects persisting for up to a year. (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8859690/) Effect of antidepressants and psychological therapies, including hypnotherapy, in irritable bowel syndrome: systematic review and meta-analysis: This study reviewed 24 studies and found that hypnotherapy was one of the most effective interventions for reducing IBS symptoms, with similar effectiveness to cognitive behavioural therapy. (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7145118/)