Hypnotherapy reduces irritable bowel syndrome symptoms
Monash researchers, including Dr Simone Peters and Dr Emma Halmos from the School of Translational Medicine (STM) Gastroenterology, Immunology and Neuroscience Discovery Program, have developed and validated an app called Nerva, which uses Gut-directed hypnotherapy (GHD) to reduce symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). The app, created in collaboration with Mindset Health, targets the miscommunication between the gut and brain, helping to manage IBS symptoms and improve quality of life.
A randomised control trial conducted by Dr Halmos and her PhD student, Ellen Anderson, demonstrated the app's effectiveness, producing significant improvements in abdominal pain, symptom severity, quality of life, and anxiety among IBS patients. This digital solution provides an accessible and cost-effective alternative to traditional therapies, addressing a significant healthcare need.
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