Agarwood scent for hospital workers' fatigue and sleep
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether inhaling the scent of agarwood (a type of tree resin) can help reduce workplace fatigue and improve sleep quality in hospital employees. If you are a hospital worker feeling tired or having trouble sleeping, this aromatherapy might be a natural way to help you relax and rest better.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are at least 20 years old and work at a hospital, at least 30 hours a week, for at least 3 months.
- You are not taking sleeping pills or sedatives.
- Your sense of smell is normal (they will test this with coffee and vinegar).
- You can understand and read Chinese, and have no major communication issues.
- You are not participating in other aromatherapy or relaxation studies.
- You do not have health conditions like asthma, fragrance allergy, chronic rhinitis, or nasal surgery, and you are not pregnant. You also do not work permanent night shifts (midnight to 5 a.m.).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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