Hypnosis is a new therapy for the neurological colon

The German Association for Digestive Diseases and Metabolic Diseases said that hypnosis represents the latest treatment for neurological syndrome.

This modern method helps to relieve the troubles of persistent bulge, abdominal contractions, and disturbing constipation.

The Association explained that neurocolon syndrome is often due to psychological burdens; Neurons in the intestinal wall play a central role in the development of irregular colon syndrome, caused by a defect in the so-called “brain and gut axis”.

The association added that the method of hypnosis has proven effective in controlling the Irritable Colon Syndrome, explaining that it relies on sound programs that can be operated by the patient in his or her home, after the psychiatrist has explained to him or her how to use them.

Quiet and relaxed

For this purpose, the patient chooses a quiet place, then lies down with the head on a pillow. Then it plays the audio software, listens to it and follows the instructions. Through meditation elements and purposeful breathing exercises, the patient comes into a state of calm and deep relaxation, which serve to calm the colon. It is best to have a hypnotic session before going to bed.

To achieve tangible results, hypnosis sessions should be conducted regularly, preferably daily or at least 5 times per week, especially during the first four to six weeks.

Besides hypnosis, irritable bowel syndrome can also be controlled by altered diet; whereas we should move away from foods and beverages which are causing irritation in the colon, such as white flour products and swelling vegetables such as cabbage, legumes, sugar, lactose-containing dairy products, coffee and soft drinks.