Sniffing scents may ease hospital stress, small study suggests
NCT ID NCT06400979
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested whether aromatherapy can reduce pain, anxiety, and nausea in adults staying in an acute care hospital unit. 94 patients used an aromatherapy tab that releases a scent to inhale. Researchers measured changes in their symptoms and satisfaction. The goal is to see if this simple, drug-free approach can improve comfort during a hospital stay.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Elequil aromatab (aromatherapy device)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help hospitalized adults feel less pain, anxiety, and nausea.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 94 participants. Aromatherapy effects can be subjective, and results may not apply to all hospital settings.
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Locations
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UC Davis Medical Center
Sacramento, California, 95817, United States