Volume 25, Issue 123 (4-2015)                   J Mazandaran Univ Med Sci 2015, 25(123): 208-211 | Back to browse issues page

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Rashidi Fakari F, Tabatabaeichehr M. Comparing the Effect of Geranium and Orange Essential Oils on Level of Anxiety During Delivery . J Mazandaran Univ Med Sci 2015; 25 (123) :208-211
URL: http://jmums.mazums.ac.ir/article-1-5223-en.html
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Background and purpose: Labor and specially giving birth is one of the most beautiful moments in the life of any woman. This big event is usually associated with anxiety and stress. The purpose of this study was to compare the inhalation of geranium and orange oil on anxiety during delivery. Materials and methods: In a clinical trial, participants were divided into two groups (n=50 per group) to receive either orange essential oil or geranium oil. Assessment of anxiety was the primary outcome which was done in both groups before and after the intervention. Data was analyzed using Chi square, paired t- test and Wilcoxon test. Results: Anxiety levels were found with significant reduction in the group inhaling geranium compared to the group that inhaled orange oil (-4.02 vs -3.08). Conclusion: This study showed that geranium scent is more effective in reducing anxiety and sedation.
Keywords: Anxiety, geranium, orange
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Type of Study: Brief Report | Subject: Midwifery

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