A unique hypnotherapeutic approach to interstitial cystitis: a case report.

Background: Interstitial cystitis (IC) is a disease of the urinary bladder in which the lining may become inflamed and ulcerated, resulting in pain, urinary frequency and urgency. While traditional hypnotherapy has been shown effective in treating IC, some clients do not want the use of suggestion, daily self-hypnosis or extended treatment.

Case: A woman presented with a 9-year medical history of IC without resolution despite multiple medical treatments.