Complementary therapies in clinical practice
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Complement Ther Clin Pract · Feb 2012
Randomized Controlled TrialEpisiotomy pain relief: Use of Lavender oil essence in primiparous Iranian women.
Post-episiotomy discomfort and its consequences can affect maternal quality of life and mental health as well as the mother and baby relationship. Complementary medicine is increasingly used and Lavender oil is frequently prescribed due to its antiseptic and healing properties. ⋯ According to these findings, use of Lavender oil essence can be effective in reducing perineal discomfort following episiotomy. It is suggested that Lavender oil essence may be preferably to the use of Betadine for episiotomy wound care.