From trance to truth: Paradoxical hypnotic reactions exposing psychogenic orofacial symptoms: A case series
American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis September 2, 2026 Gilad Wasserman, Iftah Biran, Yacov Ezra et al.
Chronic orofacial pain conditions, such as temporomandibular disorders and persistent idiopathic facial pain, frequently involve significant psychosocial dimensions that complicate treatment. Hypnotherapy represents a promising integrative intervention bridging psychological and somatic experience, yet paradoxical reactions - symptom exacerbation rather than relief - may occasionally occur....