Use of Aromatherapy in Conjunction With Physical/Occupational Therapy in an Acute Care Setting

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

1. 1This trial looked at using aromatherapy alongside physical and occupational therapy in an acute care setting — given my current situation, is adding aromatherapy to my PT or OT sessions something worth considering, and are there any reasons it might not be appropriate for me?
2. 2Since this was a Phase 1 trial focused mainly on whether patients could complete their PT/OT sessions with aromatherapy involved, what do we actually know so far about whether it helped with symptoms like nausea or physical suffering, and are there stronger studies I should also be aware of?
3. 3The trial has been completed — do you know if the results have been published or shared anywhere, and would those findings change how you'd approach my rehabilitation or comfort care?
4. 4Are there any patients for whom aromatherapy during PT/OT could be a concern, such as people with respiratory conditions or certain sensitivities, and would I fall into that category?
5. 5Given that this was an early-phase study in an acute care setting, would you recommend I try aromatherapy as a complementary approach to my therapy now, or is it better to wait until more evidence from later-phase research is available?

Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.