Dialysis patients find relief: geranium oil eases fatigue and boosts sleep

NCT ID NCT07273825

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether smelling geranium essential oil can help reduce tiredness and improve sleep in people receiving dialysis for kidney failure. 90 adults on dialysis took part in a crossover trial where they received both the aromatherapy and a placebo at different times. The goal was to see if this simple, non-drug approach could offer a safe way to feel better during treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic kidney disease end stage renal failure Fatigue insomnia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta

    Sukoharjo, Centre Java, 57169, Indonesia