Lavender or pressure points: Drug-Free pain relief for kids after surgery?
NCT ID NCT07157501
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether aromatherapy (breathing lavender oil) or acupressure (gentle thumb pressure on specific points) could reduce pain and improve sleep in 100 children aged 6-12 after abdominal surgeries like appendix or hernia repair. The goal was to find simple, non-drug ways to help kids recover more comfortably. The study is already completed, and results will show which approach worked better.
What this could mean
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Active substance
lavender oil (aromatherapy) and acupressure (behavioral technique)
What this could lead to
If effective, these simple, drug-free methods could help children feel less pain and sleep better after abdominal surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with 100 children. Results may not apply to all surgeries or ages, and the effects might be modest.
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Locations
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Faculty of nursing - Mansoura university
Al Mansurah, Egypt