Clinical trials
Hypnosis clinical trials
Below are recruiting hypnosis clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 48 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05027321Recruiting
Self-hypnosis to ease stress during breast biopsy
This study tests whether guided self-hypnosis—either by using a “mental anchor” or by a more conversational style—can reduce stress or discomfort during a breast macrobiopsy. It may help patients feel calmer during the procedure.
MarseilleAges 18 years+ - NCT03926403Recruiting
Hypnosis support for anxiety during face surgery
This trial looks at whether guided hypnosis can improve how people feel about having face surgery performed with numbing medicine (local anesthesia). If you’re experiencing significant anxiety beforehand, hypnosis support may help you feel more comfortable during your outpatient procedure.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT06279650Recruiting
Self-hypnosis for chronic pain: follow-up interviews
This study asks people who took a self-hypnosis course for chronic pain about their experience. They will share their thoughts in an interview to help improve the program.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT05714995Recruiting
Aromatherapy plus hypnosis for comfort during cancer care
This trial tests whether aromatherapy (smelling essential oils) combined with hypnosis can improve comfort and well-being for people receiving cancer treatment. It focuses on patients at the start of chemotherapy, along with supportive cancer or palliative care needs.
CréteilAges 18 years+ - NCT06419842Recruiting
Hypnosis for lumbar infusion test comfort
This trial tests whether hypnosis can help make a lumbar infusion test (a procedure to check for normal pressure hydrocephalus) more comfortable. It's for adults 65 and older who are already scheduled for this test.
Amiens, PicardieAges 65 years+ - NCT06502457Recruiting
Virtual reality hypnosis for labor pain
This study tests whether using a virtual reality hypnosis program can help manage pain during early labor in women with low-risk pregnancies. If you are in the beginning stages of labor and want a non-drug option for comfort, this might be for you.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT06866457Recruiting
Audio hypnosis to reduce MRI anxiety in kids
This trial tests if listening to an audio hypnosis recording can help children and teens feel less anxious during an MRI scan. If it works, it could offer a drug-free way to help young patients stay calm during the exam.
EssenAges 6–14 - NCT07370974Recruiting
Hypnosis for anxiety before abdominal surgery
This study tests if a short hypnosis session before abdominal surgery can help reduce anxiety. It may be an option if you are scheduled for such a surgery and have no major psychological conditions.
Kenitra, ProvinceAges 18–80 - NCT06898099Recruiting
Hypnotherapy for chronic insomnia in primary care
This study tests whether 4 short hypnotherapy sessions can help people with chronic insomnia. It is designed for adults who struggle with sleep for months and want a non-drug option in their regular doctor's office.
Bain-de-BretagneAges 18 years+ - NCT07256704Recruiting
Hypnosis and attention for neurological conditions
This study looks at whether hypnosis can help improve attention in people with conditions like stroke, traumatic brain injury, or multiple sclerosis. It may help if you have trouble concentrating or focusing.
LucerneAges 18 years+ - NCT07380672Recruiting
Relaxation and hypnosis for anxiety after childhood cancer
This study tests whether hypnosis and relaxation exercises can help lower anxiety in kids, teens, and young adults who finished cancer treatment. If you often feel anxious after your cancer journey, you might be able to join and learn new ways to feel calmer.
CaenAges 7–25 - NCT07083180Recruiting
Virtual reality hypnosis for carpal tunnel surgery anxiety
This trial tests if using virtual reality and medical hypnosis before surgery can help reduce anxiety for people having their first carpal tunnel surgery.
Saint-Aubin-sur-ScieAges 18 years+ - NCT06059976Recruiting
Hypnosis during heart surgery recovery study
This study looks at the use of hypnosis during heart surgery to see how it affects recovery. If you are having major heart surgery and have already had hypnosis sessions before, during, or after the operation, you may be eligible to participate.
GrenobleAges 18 years+ - NCT07157358Recruiting
Hypnosis exercises for mental health in school children
This trial tests if daily online hypnosis exercises can improve mental health in primary school children and prevent future issues. Children listen to a 20-minute recording each day to see if it helps them feel better.
LeidenAges 9–12 - NCT07254299Recruiting
Hypnosis for ICU recovery and wellbeing
This study tests whether hypnosis sessions during an ICU stay can improve mental and physical recovery after a serious illness. It aims to reduce long-term problems like anxiety, depression, and memory issues.
GenevaAges 18 years+ - NCT05854914Recruiting
Smartphone hypnosis to reduce pain after emergency appendix surgery
This study tests whether guided hypnosis on a smartphone can lower pain after emergency surgery for a complicated appendicitis. If you qualify, you’ll use the app during your recovery and also answer quick questions about your pain and anxiety.
NiceAges 18 years+ - NCT06552091Recruiting
Digital self-hypnosis for hot flashes from hormone therapy
This trial tests a guided digital self-hypnosis program to help reduce hot flashes caused by hormone therapy for breast cancer. It aims to see if it can make hot flashes less frequent and bothersome.
Vandœuvre-lès-NancyAges 18 years+ - NCT03435042Recruiting
Hypnosis group program to help children with cancer and parents
This trial tests a hypnosis-based group program to improve quality of life for children with cancer and their parents. You may join if your family speaks French and the child is aged 8–18 and has cancer (or has a sibling with cancer).
LiègeAges 8 years+ - NCT04220463Recruiting
Hypnosis during noninvasive breathing support for ICU lung illness
This trial tests whether hypnosis can help people in the ICU who need noninvasive breathing support (breathing help without a tube) for breathing flare-ups related to COPD and/or obesity. It aims to make this treatment easier and safer while you are awake.
Rennes, Brittany RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT04513444RecruitingPhase 2
Medical hypnosis to reduce anxiety during cancer radiotherapy
This Phase 2 study tests whether medical hypnosis can help people feel less anxious while they receive radiation treatment for cancer. It targets adults who have moderate to very high anxiety right after treatment planning.
ToulouseAges 18 years+ - NCT05051046Recruiting
Screening colonoscopy with hypnosis for colorectal cancer
This trial studies whether using hypnosis during a screening colonoscopy can help people better tolerate the procedure and complete it comfortably. It’s for adults who are scheduled for a routine screening colonoscopy and meet specific safety and communication requirements.
AngersAges 18–100 - NCT05197972Recruiting
Hypnosis and heart-breathing training to reduce cancer surgery anxiety
This study tests whether guided “heart-breathing” and hypnosis (through an app) can lower anxiety before cancer surgery. It may help you feel calmer in the days leading up to the operation.
Montpellier, HéraultAges 18 years+ - NCT05323383Recruiting
Brief mindfulness and hypnosis for ongoing pain relief
This trial studies whether brief mindfulness meditation or hypnosis can help people who live with long-lasting or recurring pain. It also looks at how these approaches might reduce pain over time.
Brisbane, QueenslandAges 18 years+ - NCT05611346Recruiting
Hypnosis program for children with eczema in French-speaking teens
This trial studies whether guided hypnosis can help children and teenagers with atopic dermatitis (eczema). If you join, you’ll take part in hypnosis sessions designed to support eczema management alongside your current care plan.
Saint-DenisAges 8–17
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for hypnosis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 48 recruiting hypnosis studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a hypnosis trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a hypnosis trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
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