Welcome to this week’s Monday Study Rundown! Today, we’re diving into an intriguing study on the use of lavender oil aromatherapy as a supportive treatment for pain management in children with burns.
Here’s what the research found:
“Effectiveness of Lavender Oil Inhalation Aromatherapy on Pain and Vital Signs in Children with Burns”
- Study Design: A randomized controlled trial conducted between May 2018 and May 2019, involving 108 children with burns.
- Groups: Children were divided into three groups:
- Lavender-15 Group: Inhaled lavender oil for 15 minutes before dressing changes.
- Lavender-60 Group: Inhaled lavender oil for 60 minutes before dressing changes.
- Control Group: Inhaled jojoba oil (placebo) for 15 minutes before dressing changes.
- Findings: While there was no significant difference between groups before dressing, post-dressing measurements revealed that children in the Lavender groups had significantly lower respiration rates, heart rates, mean arterial blood pressure, and pain levels compared to the placebo group.
Key Takeaways:
- Lavender oil inhalation before dressing changes can effectively reduce pain and stabilize vital signs in pediatric burn patients.
- This study supports the use of aromatherapy as a complementary, non-invasive treatment option in pain management for children.
This study offers a promising, natural alternative to help manage the pain associated with burns in children. Incorporating such interventions could make a significant difference in their overall treatment experience.
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