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Analgesic effect of inhaled lavender essential oil for frenotomy in healthy neonates: a randomized clinical trial.

Author: Candel-PauJúlia, Fàbregas-MitjansMontserrat, Garcia-GarciaJordi, Llufriu-MarquèsRosa Maria, López-VílchezMaría Ángeles, Maya-EneroSilvia

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Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.

Overview

This study explores the effectiveness of inhaled lavender essential oil (LEO) for pain relief during frenotomy in neonates. LEO has shown promise in other painful procedures, but its efficacy in frenotomy requires further investigation.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Neonatal pain may affect long-term neurodevelopment and must be treated. Frenotomy is a painful procedure wherein a common strategy to relieve pain (sucking) cannot be used because the technique is performed on the tongue. Lavender essential oil (LEO) has sedative and antispasmodic properties and ha...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8978507/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Analgesic Effect of Inhaled Lavender Essential Oil for Frenotomy in Healthy Neonates: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Neonatal pain is a serious concern, as it can have long-term effects on neurodevelopment. Frenotomy, a procedure to release a tight frenulum (a small piece of tissue under the tongue), is particularly painful since the baby can't use their natural pain-relieving technique, sucking. Lavender essential oil (LEO) has calming and anti-spasmodic properties, and it's been used successfully to reduce pain during procedures like heel pricks and vaccinations. This research aimed to see if inhaled LEO can ease the pain of frenotomy in healthy, full-term babies.

Inhaled Lavender Essential Oil Shows Promise in Reducing Pain During Frenotomy

This clinical trial investigated the effectiveness of inhaled lavender essential oil (LEO) in reducing pain during frenotomy. The results showed that using inhaled LEO significantly reduced pain levels in neonates compared to the control group. This suggests that inhaled LEO could be a valuable tool in managing pain during frenotomy.

Lavender Oil for a Calm Baby: A Possible Alternative to Traditional Pain Management

If you're a parent facing the prospect of your little one needing a frenotomy, this research provides a glimmer of hope! The findings suggest that inhaled lavender essential oil might be a gentler and more natural way to manage pain compared to traditional methods. However, it's important to consult with your pediatrician before using any essential oils on your baby. This study gives us an idea of what might be possible, but more research is needed to confirm the effectiveness of LEO and explore different dosages and application methods.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

As a seasoned researcher who has spent years traversing the vast desert of scientific knowledge, I find these results fascinating. This study has provided us with a potential new tool to help our little ones navigate the sometimes painful world of medical procedures. Remember, a little bit of lavender goes a long way, and it might just help us create a more peaceful experience for our smallest patients.
Date :
  1. Date Completed 2022-05-26
  2. Date Revised 2022-07-07
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

35377106

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC8978507

SNS
PICO Info
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Languages

English

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