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Can acupoint stimulation and lavender oil acupressure relieve low back pain?

In a recent randomized controlled trial conducted at the Women Workers Association in Hong Kong, researchers aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a combination therapy involving relaxation acupoint stimulation and acupressure with lavender essential oil for individuals suffering from sub-acute or chronic non-specific low back pain (LBP). Led by Y.B. Yip and S.H.M. Tse, (2004) the study recruited adult participants experiencing non-specific LBP and divided … Continue reading Can acupoint stimulation and lavender oil acupressure relieve low back pain?

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How does aromatherapy impact knee osteoarthritis patients’ quality of life?

In 2021, Hasanpour, et. al., conducted study about Knee osteoarthritis, which is the most prevalent joint disorder, has become a subject of keen interest for non-medical treatment research. In a clinical trial conducted at Imam Ali Hospital’s Physical Therapy Clinic, researchers sought to compare the impact of aromatherapy and massage therapy on knee pain, morning stiffness, daily life function, and overall quality of life in … Continue reading How does aromatherapy impact knee osteoarthritis patients’ quality of life?

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