Hypnotherapy app may beat belly bloat

NCT ID NCT05572606

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether listening to pre-recorded hypnotherapy sessions on a smartphone or tablet could reduce bloating. Twenty-seven adults with chronic bloating used seven sessions over 12 weeks. Researchers measured changes in bloating severity and quality of life.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

hypnotherapy

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to manage bloating symptoms at home.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early study with only 27 participants and no comparison group, so results may not apply widely. Hypnotherapy may not work for everyone.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mayo Clinic Rochester

    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States