Table 1. Means and standard deviations of NRS intensity and unpleasantness scores of pain, itch, and fatigue during the respective tests.
| Condition/Sensation | Verbal suggestion | Imagery | Combination | Control |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (n = 30) | (n = 29) | (n = 28) | (n = 29) | |
| Pain intensity | 4.1 ± 1.9 | 4.9 ± 2.4 | 5.0 ± 2.2 | 4.3 ± 2.4 |
| Itch intensity | 4.1 ± 1.8 | 3.6 ± 2.3 | 3.0 ± 1.4 | 3.1 ± 1.8 |
| Fatigue intensity | 5.8 ± 2.1 | 6.1 ± 2.6 | 5.4 ± 1.9 | 5.2 ± 2.1 |
| Pain unpleasantness | 4.6 ± 2.3 | 5.3 ± 2.8 | 5.7 ± 2.4 | 4.8 ± 2.7 |
| Itch unpleasantness | 3.3 ± 2.0 | 3.2 ± 2.5 | 2.8 ± 1.7 | 2.6 ± 1.7 |
| Fatigue unpleasantness | 4.1 ± 2.5 | 3.9 ± 3.1 | 3.6 ± 2.3 | 3.8 ± 2.5 |