Hypnosis for Children Undergoing Anorectal Manometry

Using Medical Hypnotherapy in Children With Defecation Disorders

Partially blinded randomized controlled trial investigating the effect of a brief session of hypnosis prior to anorectal manometry in children

Inclusion Criteria:

• Children aged 4-18 who are scheduled to undergo anorectal manometry testinf.
• ASA classification I to II.
• Both parents and children have sufficient English language proficiency.
• Both parents and children are willing to fill out the questionnaires involved in this study.

Exclusion Criteria:

• ASA classification III, IV (children with a chronic or severe disease).
• Children with a metabolic, endocrine or neuromuscular disorder or mental illness.
• Children with anorectal malformations or previous anorectal surgery.
• Children with developmental delay
• Children with diagnosed emotional or behavioral disorders