Potential Therapeutic Use of Aromatherapy for Insomnia

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February 13, 2025

Delayed treatment of insomnia-related symptoms can harm physical health and increase the psychological burden. In addition to oral medications and some physical therapies, aromatherapy can help overcome some treatment-related side effects. Currently, patients with insomnia often receive non-drug treatment options. Aromatherapy is considered a superior strategy to improve sleep quality in people with insomnia. Aromatherapy uses a pure plant essence, which has no drug side effects and is not addictive. In addition, it enters the body easily, and its use is simple and convenient. The effectiveness of aromatherapy has been widely confirmed, for example, psychological rehabilitation of American army members, treatment in children with autism, and strategy to improve the immunity of children with AIDS. Aromatherapy has been widely developed in Chile and Peru. In ancient times, people used natural plants to achieve health care and cure diseases. Gradually, these methods have evolved into the currently available aromatherapy.

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Fatigue is a subjective feeling of tiredness, weakness, or lack of energy and motivation. It is distressing and highly prevalent in adults, particularly in those diagnosed with cancer, receiving hemodialysis or suffering from chronic diseases. It has no specific mechanism and can occur at any disease stage.. Aromatherapy can be delivered by inhalation, massage, compression, or foot baths. Research indicates that aromatic inhalation stimulates the olfactory nerve cells and the integumentary and lymphatic systems, triggering the release of neurotransmitters, such as endorphins, peptides, enkephalin, serotonin, and noradrenaline, which can enhance wellbeing and relaxation, thus reducing chronic stress.  

Review of aromatherapy essential oils and their mechanism of action against migraines

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Migraine is a type of primary neurovascular dysfunction disease, that is characterized by unilateral or bilateral pulsatile pain, and is accompanied by photophobia, phonophobia, nausea, vomiting and other symptoms IHS. Studies have shown that several mental, environmental and genetics can influence or induce a migraine. Patients with migraine experience many social, physical and psychological problems, which seriously affect their quality of life. Currently, the treatment of migraine primarily includes drug therapy, acupuncture therapy, massage therapy and aromatherapy.

The Effectiveness of Aromatherapy in Reducing Pain.

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Aromatherapy refers to the medicinal or therapeutic use of essential oils absorbed through the skin or olfactory system. Essential oils, which are derived from plants, are used to treat illness as well as to enhance physical and psychological well-being. Although many claims have been made relating to the benefits of aromatherapy, most research has focused on its use to manage depression, anxiety, muscle tension, sleep disturbance, nausea, and pain. Some studies suggest that olfactory stimulation related to aromatherapy can result in immediate reduction in pain, as well as changing physiological parameters such as pulse, blood pressure, skin temperature, and brain activity.

Essential Oils for Ankle & Leg Swelling

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Edema Is a condition characterized by an excess of watery fluid collecting in the cavities or tissues of the body. It is most common in the legs and ankles, but it can also accumulate anywhere in the body. It can be the result of many causes, but is most commonly due to cardiovascular conditions and inactivity.

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