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Essential oils for exhausted nurses: aromatherapy trial shows promise

NCT ID NCT07437781

Symptom relief Sponsor: Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether chakra-based aromatherapy (using essential oils through inhalation and massage) could reduce stress, improve mental well-being, and boost sleep quality in nurses. Sixty-nine hospital nurses took part, with one group receiving the aromatherapy five times a week for four weeks and the other getting usual care. The goal was to see if this simple, non-drug approach could help ease the strain of demanding healthcare work.

What this could mean

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Active substance
chakra-based essential oils (inhalation and massage)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help healthcare workers manage stress and sleep better.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study with only 69 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and the effect may be due to relaxation rather than the specific oils.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

69 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Aug 2024

Finished

Oct 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

20 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Registered nurses working in hospital settings * Willing to participate and provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Atopic dermatitis * Respiratory disease * Pregnancy or lactation

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital

    New Taipei City, Taiwan (r.o.c.), 24352, Taiwan