Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy study: Lavender Aromatherapy
Official title Efficacy of Lavender Aromatherapy on Anxiety and Pain Reduction During Awake Otolaryngologic Procedures
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07299474
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether lavender scent reduces anxiety and pain. It also checks if you find the smell relaxing.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are an adult having a minor throat or nose procedure.
- What's involved
- You would smell lavender or a scentless liquid during your procedure. You would fill out a short survey before and after.
- Time commitment
- The study takes place during your scheduled procedure visit.
You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Adults ≥18 years old undergoing awake otolaryngologic procedures in the outpatient clinic
- Able to provide informed consent
You likely can't join if
- Hypersensitivity to fragrances
- Taking systemic NSAIDs or other systemic pain-relieving medications within 48 hours
- Taking anxiolytics, hypnotics, sedating antihistamines, antidepressants on regular basis within 4 weeks
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
- Participation in another clinical research study within the prior 30 days
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Los Angeles, California, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Los Angeles, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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