Inhalation aromatherapy during wound cleaning for leg ulcers
This study tests whether breathing in a special aromatherapy scent can help reduce pain and anxiety during a wound cleaning procedure (sharp debridement) for people with venous leg ulcers. It compares the aromatherapy to a placebo (a blank scent) to see if it makes the procedure more comfortable.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 21 years old.
- You must have a venous leg ulcer (a sore on your leg caused by poor blood flow in your veins) that needs sharp wound debridement (a type of wound cleaning).
- You cannot be allergic or sensitive to essential oils or any ingredients in the aromatherapy scent being used.
- You cannot have asthma, chronic lung disease, hay fever, or any condition that affects your ability to smell.
- You cannot be currently using any kind of aromatherapy or taking anti-anxiety or antipsychotic medications.
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