Technique	Comments
Autogenic training	Imagine a peaceful environment and comforting body sensations, such as warmth and heaviness in the limbs, warmth in the upper abdomen, and coolness on the forehead
Biofeedback training	Visual or auditory feedback is provided to the patient to control chosen physiologic parameters
Hypnosis	—
Imagery training	Visualization technique with focus on pleasant or neutral images
Meditation, abdominal Breathing	—
Paced respirations	Take a deep breath and hold for five seconds, repeat several times; focus on the sound of the breath
Progressive muscle relaxation	Tense and relax large muscle groups; usually begin with the feet and work your way up to the facial muscles
Repetitive focus	Focus on a word, sound, prayer, phrase, or muscle activity