Hypnosis and movement disorders: State of the art and perspectives.

Introduction: Hypnosis might represent an interesting complementary therapeutic approach to movement disorders, as it takes into account not only symptoms, but also well-being, and empowers patients to take a more active role in their treatment.

Methods: Our review of the literature on the use of hypnosis to treat movement disorders was done by systematically searching the PubMed database for reports published between 1984 and November 2015. The following variables were extracted from each selected paper: study design; sample size; type of movement disorder; hypnotic procedure; treatment duration; and efficacy.

[Integrating body-mind practices into care].

Body-mind practices are increasingly being integrated into the care pathway of patients, as a complement to other therapies. They are the subject of research which highlights their beneficial effects, notably in reducing pain and anxiety. Faced with the very many methods used, an integrative approach enables the support to be adapted to the needs of each individual.

[Hypnosis for chronic pain of children].

A child or adolescent can suffer from chronic pain. Whatever the causes, it can trap the child in a specific process whereby they focus on the pain, fearing that it will appear and experiencing anxiety. Hypno-analgesia and hypnotherapy enable them to escape this process and find within themselves the capacity to face up to the pain.