Aromatherapy for burn dressing changes
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether aromatherapy can help reduce pain or anxiety during your first burn dressing change. It is for people with small, second-degree burns that do not need surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are being seen at an outpatient burn center.
- Your burn covers no more than 7.5% of your body surface area.
- This is your first burn dressing change.
- You have second-degree burns from scalding, flame, or contact.
- You do not have allergies to essential oils or fragrances, and you do not have asthma or other breathing problems.
- Your burn is not on your face, does not need special Acticoat dressing, and has not been treated elsewhere before.
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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