How Mind-Body Medicine Can Help You in Cancer Care
Psychoneuroimmunology explores the connection between psychological and spiritual conditions, and physical well-being. Some studies have suggested that addressing your psychological and spiritual health (including mood, attitudes, self-image and outlook) can help in the recovery process from cancer and other forms of disease.
Cancer treatment can be physically demanding and can sometimes cause side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, muscle tension and lost sleep. Mind-body medicine techniques, like hypnosis and relaxation, may help reduce some of these symptoms. These techniques may become important tools in your peace of mind and well-being, and may help improve your quality of life.
Medical hypnosis is a flow of thoughts and feelings that help teach the body what to do. Negative images of worry and fear tell the muscles to tense, the breathing to increase, and the heart to beat faster. Positive images, on the other hand, can help control nausea and raise blood counts, help resolve constipation and manage pain. Our mind-body specialists will use guided imagery techniques to teach you to envision yourself responding to treatment and experiencing a desirable outcome.
http://www.cancercenter.com/complementary-alternative-medicine/mind-body-medicine.cfm
Relax and you will feel better. Download free relaxation ocean sound and sleep well toningt.
