Aromatherapy and Massage After Cesarean Delivery: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Recruiting now · Not applicable · Has a placebo group

Conditions studied: Postoperative Pain, Anxiety, and Postpartum Comfort After Cesarean Delivery

In brief

Cesarean delivery is a common surgical procedure associated with postoperative pain, anxiety, and reduced maternal comfort during the early postpartum period. Non-pharmacological interventions such as aromatherapy and massage have been suggested as supportive approaches for improving maternal well-being; however, further evidence is needed regarding their effectiveness after cesarean delivery. This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effects of aromatherapy inhalation and aromatherapy-assisted back massage on postoperative pain, anxiety, and postpartum comfort in women after cesarean delivery. Participants who meet the eligibility criteria will be randomly assigned to three groups: an aromatherapy inhalation group, an aromatherapy-assisted back massage group, and a placebo group receiving sterile water inhalation as a simulation. Interventions will be initiated after cesarean delivery, and outcomes will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale for pain intensity, the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for anxiety level, and the Postpartum Comfort Scale for comfort level. This study is expected to provide information about the potential contribution of complementary non-pharmacological interventions to maternal recovery after cesarean delivery.

Key facts

Study ID
NCT07743736
Run by
Uşak University
People needed
90
Starts
2026-02-23
Expected to finish
2026-07-31
Last updated by the study team
2026-08-04

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 40. Sex: female. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

Where it is running

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