Aromatherapy for surgical anxiety and pain
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether breathing in relaxing scents before surgery can reduce anxiety and pain. If effective, it could offer a simple, drug-free way to help you feel calmer during your procedure.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are scheduled for surgery with general anesthesia
- You are comfortable reading and writing in English or Spanish
- You have no known allergies to aromatherapy ingredients (like essential oils)
- You do not have a history of chronic pain management
- You have a normal sense of smell
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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