U.S., April 8 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07513831) titled 'Effect of Lavender Aromatherapy on Preoperative Anxiety, Stress, and Depression in Orthopedic Surgery Patients' on March 31.
Brief Summary: This study evaluates whether inhalation aromatherapy with lavender essential oil can reduce anxiety, stress, and depression in adult patients before orthopedic surgery in Jordan. Orthopedic procedures are often associated with high levels of psychological distress, which may worsen pain, delay recovery, and prolong hospital stay. Aromatherapy is a simple, non-drug intervention that may help patients feel calmer and better prepared for surgery.
The study was conducted in two large public hospita...