Aromatherapy plus hypnosis for comfort during cancer care
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests whether aromatherapy (smelling essential oils) combined with hypnosis can improve comfort and well-being for people receiving cancer treatment. It focuses on patients at the start of chemotherapy, along with supportive cancer or palliative care needs.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older
- You’re currently being followed by oncology and a mobile palliative care support team
- You’re starting chemotherapy (from the first-line treatment)
- You need one of these care procedures: blood draws (central catheter or peripheral vein), dressing changes for a cancer lesion, or a full bed hygiene routine
- You can give consent and you have health coverage through a social security scheme
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
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