APPLICATION OF MIND BODY THERAPY IN HYPERTENSION PATIENTS: LITERATURE REVIEW

Abstract

Background: The increase in the number of people with hypertension in Indonesia is a challenge in the field of health services that requires serious attention from all parties. This is because hypertension can be experienced by all residents of various age groups and has the potential to trigger other health problems. Objective: This study aims to identify hypnotherapy as part of the application of mind body therapy in hypertension sufferers. Design: This study is a literature review. Data Sources (include search dates): Researchers use the Google Scholar database to search articles. The range of years of publication of articles used is between 2013-2022. The search keywords used to find articles related to the theme of this study were influence, effectiveness, hypnotherapy, and hypertension. Review Methods: The author uses a systematic review method in accordance with the PRISMA stages which include identification, screening, inclusion and feasibility of the article findings which are then analyzed. Results: From the results of the review of the articles conducted, it was found that the provision of hypnotherapy interventions will help hypertensive patients to control their blood pressure. The application of hypnotherapy has an effective effect on reducing blood pressure in people with hypertension. Hypnotherapy is carried out by guiding hypertension sufferers to enter a trance state (relaxation of mind) and after a relaxed state is reached, the subconscious mind will open so that one can accept positive suggestions easily. When a hypertensive patient is in a trance state, the body will produce endorphins which produce a comfortable and relaxed sensation. In a relaxed state, an autonomic nervous response will occur, causing a decrease in blood pressure. Conclusion: Hypnotherapy is a part of mind body therapy, which is a type of complementary therapy that can be applied to help hypertensive patients control their blood pressure to keep it in optimal condition.