Aromatherapy Useful in Treating Pain
A study published recently in the journal Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine showed that increasingly, aromatherapy has been used in integrated approaches to pain management. At minimum, aromatherapy may play a role in relaxation, which is then helpful in pain management. However, essential oils may also have harmacologically active ingredients that contribute to easing pain. The study reports that at least one state board of nursing has recognized aromatherapy as being part of holistic nursing care. Further study in this area is needed to clarify and punctuate the relationship between essential oils and pain management. Read More.
A study published recently in the journal Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine showed that increasingly, aromatherapy has been used in integrated approaches to pain management. At minimum, aromatherapy may play a role in relaxation, which is then helpful in pain management. However, essential oils may also have harmacologically active ingredients that contribute to easing pain. The study reports that at least one state board of nursing has recognized aromatherapy as being part of holistic nursing care. Further study in this area is needed to clarify and punctuate the relationship between essential oils and pain management. Read More.