http://www.pelvicpainrehab.com/blog/201 ... elvic-pain
I found it really interesting. . . . and already think I employ the 'guided imagery' mentioned to some extent.
Think it's nonsense. pain is pain is. . . . . Then this is part of the article and needs to be read. . . . .
So, if you’re skeptical, I ask only that you read this post with an open mind. I promise that you’ll walk away with a lot to think about. If you’re someone who is open to hypnotherapy for pain and healing, this post will help you make an informed decision about whether you’d like to take the next step and give it a try. And if you’re a PT reading this blog, you’ll learn about a few strategies that you can possibly incorporate into your own practice.
Before we get into the nuts and bolts of how hypnosis works, I’d like you to read the script below and follow its instructions. I think it does a great job of showing you how your mind affects your body.
“Picture yourself on a hot beach. It’s sunny, and very hot, over 90 degrees. Feel the sun pounding down on you. Your mouth is dry, and you are sweating. You see a cooler and look inside for a cold drink, but find only a juicy lemon slice. Tentatively you bite into the lemon slice, and the sour juice squirts into your mouth.”
Did your body physically respond to the script? Mine did! When I went through the exercise at a recent course on hypnotherapy and pain control, I could feel my mouth water in response to the thought of the sour lemon juice. And when I looked around the room, I saw that my fellow classmates were swallowing because their bodies were having similar reactions.
Now, let’s get down to the business of how your mind can alter what your body feels as pain or comfort and can help promote healing. . . . . .. . and then the rest of it
Take care,
Helen