Aromatherapy oils for recovery after lung surgery
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This study tests whether using pleasant-smelling essential oils on the skin after lung surgery can help you feel better and recover more comfortably. The oils are applied topically and may reduce pain and improve your overall well-being during recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older
- You are having planned (not emergency) surgery to remove part or all of a lung
- You are not currently taking daily pain medication
- You do not have chronic pain before the surgery
- You have no history of allergy to essential oils, nuts, or asthma or atopic skin
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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