A Holistic Approach to Improve Blood Flow and Manage Chronic Conditions

At Calm Collective Care, we believe in harnessing the full potential of the mind to foster holistic healing. Our team of experienced practitioners, many with years of nursing expertise, combines hypnosis with coaching and mindfulness tools to support individuals on their journey to well-being. One of the most remarkable aspects of hypnosis is its ability to influence blood flow and vascular health, offering relief for conditions that involve poor circulation, stress, and pain. And the best part? These transformative sessions can be offered over Zoom, making it easier to access healing from the comfort of home.

How Hypnosis Can Help Improve Blood Flow and Manage Chronic Conditions

Hypnosis is not just about relaxation: it is a powerful tool that can modulate your body’s responses to pain, stress, and inflammation, leading to improved circulation and overall health. Whether you are dealing with chronic pain, stress-related conditions, or vascular diseases, hypnosis can be an adjunctive therapy to help manage and reduce symptoms.

Here is how hypnosis can help various health conditions:

1. Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)

For individuals with sickle cell disease, managing the frequent vaso-occlusive crises and associated pain is a constant challenge. Research has shown that hypnosis can attenuate harmful microvascular responses to pain and stress, potentially reducing the frequency of these painful episodes. By helping the body relax and improve circulation, hypnosis is a valuable tool for pain management and disease relief (Martin et al., 2020; Wallen et al., 2021).

2. Ulcerative Colitis (UC)

In cases of ulcerative colitis, where inflammation in the digestive system leads to painful flare-ups, hypnosis has been found to reduce systemic inflammatory responses and blood flow to affected areas. This reduction in inflammation can provide significant relief and help manage the disease more effectively (Mawdsley et al., 2008).

3. Cardiovascular Diseases (CVD)

Chronic stress and anxiety can exacerbate cardiovascular conditions, increasing the risk of heart disease. Hypnosis helps reduce anxiety and modulate the autonomic nervous system by reducing sympathetic activation and enhancing parasympathetic tone. This leads to reduced stress, which is key to mitigating cardiovascular disease (Leo et al., 2024).

4. Post-Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery

Following coronary artery bypass surgery, patients often experience high levels of stress, which can impact recovery. Hypnosis has been shown to improve quality of life and reduce psychological stress, which can accelerate recovery and improve overall cardiovascular outcomes (Ashton et al., 1995).

5. Hypertension

Hypnosis, along with music interventions, has been hypothesized to help manage hypertension. By improving oxygen saturation and reducing stress, hypnosis can potentially inactivate hypoxia-inducible factor-1 (HIF-1), which is linked to high blood pressure (Wang et al., 2015).

Hypnosis for Raynaud's Disease: A Game Changer for Blood Flow

Raynaud's disease, characterized by episodic vasospasms that reduce blood flow to extremities, can be especially debilitating. Hypnosis has been shown to influence vascular resistance and induce vasodilation, which can help improve blood flow. In research studies, hypnotic suggestions have led to significant local and systemic vasodilation, mimicking the effects of passive warming and improving circulation (Casiglia et al., 2006).

By enhancing the effects of biofeedback and other behavioral treatments, hypnosis offers an additional layer of support for those struggling with Raynaud's disease (Shenefelt, 2003).

Why Hypnosis Works for Blood Flow and Healing

The key to hypnosis’ effectiveness in improving blood flow lies in its ability to influence several physiological mechanisms:

• Autonomic Nervous System Modulation: Hypnosis can reduce sympathetic nervous system activity, leading to vasodilation and improved circulation (Kekecs et al., 2016).
• Endothelial Function: Hypnosis helps prevent stress-related endothelial dysfunction, promoting better vascular health (Jambrik et al., 2005).
• Cerebral Blood Flow: In highly hypnotizable individuals, hypnosis can alter cerebral blood flow, which influences systemic vascular responses (Rashid et al., 2022).
• Psychophysiological Effects: Hypnosis can mimic physical stimuli, like warm bathing, leading to vasodilation and improved blood flow (Casiglia et al., 2006).

Moving Forward

At Calm Collective Care, we are committed to making these life-changing benefits accessible to everyone. Thanks to the flexibility of Zoom sessions, you can now experience the power of hypnosis from the comfort of your home. Whether you are seeking help with a chronic condition or for another reason, our holistic approach—blending hypnosis, coaching, and mindfulness techniques—can help you unlock your body’s natural healing potential.

If you are ready to experience the transformative power of hypnosis, we invite you to connect with us today. Let’s work together to unlock your body’s natural healing abilities and help you live life to its fullest.
Incorporating hypnosis into your daily routine can be simple and incredibly rewarding. Here are some practical ways to get started:

• Guided Hypnosis Sessions: At Calm Collective Care,, we offer guided hypnosis sessions every Friday at 11:30 AM PST. These sessions are designed to help with confidence building, stress reduction, and more. If you cannot attend the live session but have signed up, you will still receive access to the recording, allowing you to benefit from the session at your convenience. To participate, simply sign up here and join us for a live session or listen to the recording at a time that works best for you.
• Hypnosis: For a more personalized approach, consulting with a certified hypnotist can offer tailored strategies that align with your specific goals and challenges. At the Calm Collective Care we have a variety of practitioners ready to chat about hypnosis and how it might help your individual situation. We offer a free 15-minute consultation to go over any questions you may have. [Link to 15-minute phone call]
• Self-Hypnosis Techniques: Learning self-hypnosis empowers you to induce a hypnotic state whenever needed. Techniques like progressive muscle relaxation and focused breathing can help you achieve this state, making it easier to apply positive suggestions. While working with one of the Calm Collective Care practitioners you will learn self-hypnosis techniques that will enhance your skills and bring a sense of calm to your day.

To experience hypnosis firsthand, check out the Calm Collective Care and take advantage of our free Friday sessions. Link to sign up for Friday session

Additionally, you can browse our team of practitioners and schedule a call.

References:

• Ashton, R. C., Whitworth, G. C., Seldomridge, J. A., et al. (1995). The effects of self-hypnosis on quality of life following coronary artery bypass surgery: Preliminary results of a prospective, randomized trial. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine (New York, N.Y.), 1(3), 285-290. https://doi.org/10.1089/acm.1995.1.285
   
• Casiglia, E., Rossi, A., Tikhonoff, V., et al. (2006). Local and systemic vasodilation following hypnotic suggestion of warm tub bathing. International Journal of Psychophysiology, 62(1), 60-65. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijpsycho.2006.01.012
   
• Jambrik, Z., Santarcangelo, E. L., Rudisch, T., et al. (2005). Modulation of pain-induced endothelial dysfunction by hypnotisability. Pain, 116(3), 181-186. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pain.2005.03.041
   
• Kekecs, Z., Szekely, A., & Varga, K. (2016). Alterations in electrodermal activity and cardiac parasympathetic tone during hypnosis. Psychophysiology, 53(2), 268-277. https://doi.org/10.1111/psyp.12570
   
• Leo, D. G., Keller, S. S., & Proietti, R. (2024). "Close your eyes and relax": The role of hypnosis in reducing anxiety, and its implications for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. Frontiers in Psychology, 15, 1411835. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2024.1411835
   
• Mawdsley, J. E., Jenkins, D. G., Macey, M. G., Langmead, L., & Rampton, D. S. (2008). The effect of hypnosis on systemic and rectal mucosal measures of inflammation in ulcerative colitis. The American Journal of Gastroenterology, 103(6), 1460-1469. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1572-0241.2008.01845.x
   
• Martin, S. R., Shah, P., Denton, C., et al. (2020). Autonomically-mediated decrease in microvascular blood flow due to mental stress and pain in sickle cell disease: A target for neuromodulatory interventions. Complementary Therapies in Medicine, 49, 102334. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102334
   
• Shenefelt, P. D. (2003). Biofeedback, cognitive-behavioral methods, and hypnosis in dermatology: Is it all in your mind?. Dermatologic Therapy, 16(2), 114-122. https://doi.org/10.1046/j.1529-8019.2003.01620.x
   
• Wallen, G. R., Middleton, K. R., Kazmi, N. B., Yang, L., & Brooks, A. T. (2021). A randomized clinical hypnosis pilot study: Improvements in self-reported pain impact in adults with sickle cell disease. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine: eCAM, 2021, 5539004. https://doi.org/10.1155/2021/5539004
   
• Wang, J. Z., Li, L., Pan, L. L., & Chen, J. H. (2015). Hypnosis and music interventions (HMIs) inactivate HIF-1: A potential curative efficacy for cancers and hypertension. Medical Hypotheses, 85(5), 551-557. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mehy.2015.07.008