Clinical hypnosis can reduce lower urinary tract symptoms in individuals with chronic pain.

Lindsey C McKernanErin L ConnorsAnna M RydenMichael T M FinnAhra KimSimon N VandekarCharles W Butrick William Stuart Reynolds

Published in: Neurourology and urodynamics (2022)

This pilot study suggests hypnosis has the potential to drastically improve LUTS in individuals with chronic pain, even when pain reduction does not occur. Results provide initial evidence for the treatment potential of hypnosis in urologic pain (and possibly non-pain/benign) populations, with randomized trials needed for definitive outcomes.

Keyphrases

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