Hypnosis tested as Drug-Free relief for chronic itch
NCT ID NCT04829578
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether hypnosis can reduce itching in people with chronic idiopathic pruritus (long-term itching with no known cause). Twelve adults with moderate to severe itching received hypnosis sessions. Researchers measured changes in itch intensity, sleep quality, and quality of life. The goal was to see if hypnosis, which helps with pain, could also help with itch due to shared nerve pathways.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- hypnosis
- What this could lead to
- If it works, hypnosis could offer a drug-free way to manage chronic itching.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early study with only 12 people. Results may not apply to everyone, and hypnosis may not work for all types of itch.
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Locations
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Chu de Nice
Nice, France, 06000, France