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Effects of Rosa Damascena and Frankincense Essential Oils in Labor
Led by Balikesir University · Updated on 2025-06-18
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Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
1 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are studying the effects of different essential oils on labor pain, anxiety, and comfort during childbirth. This randomized controlled trial compares the use of rosa damascena oil and frankincense oil to evaluate which one is more effective in improving these experiences for pregnant women. The study focuses on women in labor and aims to provide better understanding of how aromatherapy might influence labor outcomes. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: rosa damascena oil, frankincense oil, or a placebo solution (0.9% NaCl isotonic solution). The essential oils will be administered by inhalation during labor. The study is single-blinded, meaning the participants do not know which treatment they receive. The trial includes women who are in the latent phase of labor and aged between 18 and 49 years. Women in the study will be monitored for labor pain, anxiety, and childbirth comfort over a three-hour period. These outcomes will be measured to assess the effects of the oils during labor. The research team will collect data during this time to compare the experiences of the different groups. The study is sponsored by Balikesir University and aims to contribute valuable information on non-pharmacological approaches to managing labor discomfort and anxiety.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Effects of Rosa Damascena and Frankincense Essential Oils in Labor
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Pregnant women who are at latent phase of labor
You will not qualify if you...
- Complicated pregnancy such as preeclampsia, hypertension, or diabetes
- Planned cesarean section
- Asthma or any other respiratory disease
- Allergies to Rosa Damascena or Frankincense oil
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - Up to 3 hours during labor
Participants receive inhalation of essential oils during labor to assess effects on pain, anxiety, and comfort.
1 visit (in-person during labor)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Balikesir University Hospital
Balıkesir, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Research Team
T
Tuba Kızılkaya, Asst.Prof.
E
Esra Cevik, Asst.Prof.
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
3
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