Aromatherapy Massage for Neuropathic Pain and Quality of Life in Diabetic Patients

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July 12, 2026

Diabetes can cause nerve damage called diabetic neuropathy that most commonly affects the legs and feet. A recent randomized controlled clinical study demonstrated that an essential oil massage (three times weekly, for four weeks) reduced diabetic neuropathy pain and improved quality of life.

The study used a blend of 1% rosemary, 1% geranium, 1% lavender, 1% lemon eucalyptus,1% chamomile (Roman or German not specified), and 95% coconut oil. 2 mL of the blend was massaged into each foot for 10 minutes and 1 mL was massaged into the hands for 5 minutes each (total of 30 minutes). This process was repeated three times per week for four weeks.

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Diabetes mellitus is affecting the health of millions. Diabetes can result in long-term microvascular and macrovascular complications. Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is one of the most common and painful microvascular complications. Poorly controlled diabetes often leads to disability.  Since diabetic neuropathy   has severe consequences, including impaired balance and gait, loss of sensation in the feet, severe injuries, diabetic foot ulcers, and lower-limb amputations, it is a significant challenge to the healthcare system. Neuropathic pain is considered one of the most debilitating neuropathy symptoms. Numerous studies have demonstrated that chronic painful diabetic neuropathy causes an impaired quality of life with declined physical activity, sleep disturbances, anxiety, depression, social isolation, and decreased adherence to management.