Healing Begins in the Mind

I have seen firsthand over the course of my career as a healthcare professional how closely the mind and body are connected. A client came to see me for physiotherapy.

She was suffering from severe back pain. Although there didn't appear to be any physical reason for the agony, it was genuine and excruciating. We spoke, and she opened up about a horrific experience she had during her second pregnancy, during which she was diagnosed with a kidney problem, which completely upended her peace.

The information set off a chain reaction of long-term nervousness, discomfort, and pain. Her mother came in to help, she quit her work, and her joy disappeared as her life fell apart.

I urged her to maintain her faith and?seek more testing during our sessions. Surprisingly, the function of her kidneys significantly improved in two more evaluations.

She seemed so relieved when I told her about the results, as if a weighty blanket had been lifted off her shoulders. Her condition improved considerably and she went back to her job. I didn't give her?any particularly special physical care.

Her healing was spurred by a change in perspective, as well as a renewed sense of hope and faith in her ability to recover. Here, Youssef Khalim's wise words ring true: "The mind is where healing begins. Where the intellect directs, the body follows". His research postulates that positive psychological interventions can lead to significant improvements in health outcomes.

As healthcare professionals, our words carry immense weight. We must recognize the psychological state of our patients and deliver information with care and compassion.

It is imperative that we provide our patients with hope and support so they feel uplifted and understood. Let us remember that healing begins in the mind. Our approach to patient care must be holistic, addressing both physical and psychological needs.

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I'm Dr. Joseph Ntiamoah (PT), your health pulse companion.

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