Supportive TherapyAromatherapyNCT07437781
Chakra Aromatherapy for Nurses
A study testing Aromatherapy in people with Supportive Therapy, run by Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital at 1 site in Taiwan.
Trial summary
This randomized controlled trial investigates the effects of chakra-based aromatherapy on stress, mental state, and sleep quality among nurses. Participants in the intervention group will receive chakra-based essential oil inhalation and massage, while the control group will receive routine care. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 20 to 65 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Supportive Therapy
- What is being tested?
- Aromatherapy
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 69 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTaiwan
- Study dates
- 22 Aug 2024to 31 Oct 2025
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 20 to 65 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Registered nurses working in hospital settings
- Willing to participate and provide written informed consent
Who cannot join
- Atopic dermatitis
- Respiratory disease
- Pregnancy or lactation
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Taiwan1 site
Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital
New Taipei City, Taiwan (r.o.c.), 24352
About this study
Official title: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Chakra-Based Aromatherapy Intervention for Stress Reduction, Mental Well-being, and Sleep Quality in Healthcare Workers
This randomized controlled trial investigates the effects of chakra-based aromatherapy on stress, mental state, and sleep quality among nurses. Participants in the intervention group will receive chakra-based essential oil inhalation and massage, while the control group will receive routine care.
Read the detailed description
Intervention measures in the experimental group:Chakra-based Aromatherapy: Participants will receive chakra-based aromatherapy using essential oils applied with inhalation and massage, 30 minutes per session, 5 times per week, for 4 weeks.The control group wasRoutine Care: Participants will continue with routine care and will not receive aromatherapy intervention.
- Conditions
- Supportive Therapy
- Being tested
- Aromatherapy
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
AromatherapyBehavioural
Chakra-based Aromatherapy: Participants will receive chakra-based aromatherapy using essential oils applied with inhalation and massage, 30 minutes per session, 5 times per week, for 4 weeks.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| experimental group | Experimental | Chakra-based Aromatherapy: Participants will receive chakra-based aromatherapy using essential oils applied with inhalation and massage, 30 minutes per session, 5 times per week, for 4 weeks. Receives: Behavioral: Aromatherapy |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
1.Chinese version of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Scale 2.Stress index measuring table
- The Chinese version of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Scale is a self-report questionnaire with nine questions. It primarily assesses sleep quality and sleep volume over the past month. The questionnaire content is copyrighted by Professor Liu Pei-Shan of the Graduate Institute of Nursing, Taipei Medical University. The questionnaire cons
- This stress scale contains 12 questions. Please answer "yes" or "no" based on your current situation. Stress index answers: 3 "yes": Your stress level is still within a manageable range. 4-5 "yes": Stress is quite bothering you. Although you can manage it, you need to seriously learn stress management and talk to good mentors and friends. 6-8 "yes": Your stress is very high. See a mental health professional as soon as possible for systematic psychotherapy. 9 or more "yes": Your stress is very serious. You should see a psychiatrist and follow their prescription for medication and psychotherapy to help your life return to normal as soon as possible.
Measured: 4 weeks
Secondary outcomes (1)
Brief Symptom Rating Scale
This scale includes a set of five symptom items. The "suicidal ideation" item is assessed separately, with a score of 6 or higher being the cutoff for screening.
The Short Form Health Scale (BSRS-5) asks patients to recall the degree of distress or anxiety they have felt over the past week (including the day of assessment). A total BSRS-5 score of ≤3 may rule out suicidal risk. It is recommended to first inquire about the presence of symptoms, and then determine the severity if present. The BSRS-5 score ranges from 0 to 20, and is categorized into several levels based on the score:
<6 points: Normal range, indicating a good mood. 6-9 points: Mild, stress management is recommended; talk to family or friends to express emotions.
10-14 points: Moderate, professional counseling is recommended; seek psychological counseling or receive professional help.
15 points or above: Severe, requires high level of care; seek professional guidance or psychiatric treatment.
Measured: 4 weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted27 Feb 2026
- Study start22 Aug 2024
- Primary completion31 Oct 2024
- Study completion31 Oct 2025
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (1)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Supportive TherapyStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Other
- Allocation
- Not applicable
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 69 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, chung hui ting, Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07437781
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- FJUH113388
- Other IDs
- PL-202408015-M
- Acronym
- Aromatherapy
- Status last verified
- Feb 2026
- First submitted
- 13 Feb 2026
- Last updated
- 27 Feb 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Yes: All collected IPDs, and all IPDs that contribute to the publication results
Publications
Thangaleela, S., Sivamaruthi, B. S., Kesika, P., Bharathi, M., Kunaviktikul, W., Klunklin, A., Chanthapoon, C., & Chaiyasut, C. (2022). Essential oils, phytoncides, aromachology, and aromatherapy-A review. Applied Sciences, 12(9), 4495. https://doi.org/10.3390/app12094495
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 27 Feb 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- A Randomized Controlled Trial of Chakra-Based Aromatherapy Intervention for Stress Reduction, Mental Well-being, and Sleep Quality in Healthcare Workers
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07437781
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- Aromatherapy / FJUH113388
- Conditions
- Supportive Therapy
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 69 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Fu Jen Catholic University HospitalUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 22 Aug 2024 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 31 Oct 2024 (actual)
- Study completion
- 31 Oct 2025 (actual)
- First posted
- 27 Feb 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This randomized controlled trial investigates the effects of chakra-based aromatherapy on stress, mental state, and sleep quality among nurses. Participants in the intervention group will receive chakra-based essential oil inhalation and massage, while the control group will receive routine care.
Detailed description
Intervention measures in the experimental group:Chakra-based Aromatherapy: Participants will receive chakra-based aromatherapy using essential oils applied with inhalation and massage, 30 minutes per session, 5 times per week, for 4 weeks.The control group wasRoutine Care: Participants will continue with routine care and will not receive aromatherapy intervention.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Other
- Allocation
- Not applicable
- Intervention model
- Single group
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 1
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| experimental group | Experimental | Behavioral: AromatherapyChakra-based Aromatherapy: Participants will receive chakra-based aromatherapy using essential oils applied with inhalation and massage, 30 minutes per session, 5 times per week, for 4 weeks. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 20 to 65 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Registered nurses working in hospital settings
- Willing to participate and provide written informed consent
Key exclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Atopic dermatitis
- Respiratory disease
- Pregnancy or lactation
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| AromatherapyChakra-based Aromatherapy: Participants will receive chakra-based aromatherapy using essential oils applied with inhalation and massage, 30 minutes per session, 5 times per week, for 4 weeks. | Behavioural | experimental group |
Primary outcome
1.Chinese version of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Scale 2.Stress index measuring table
Time frame: 4 weeks
1. The Chinese version of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Scale is a self-report questionnaire with nine questions. It primarily assesses sleep quality and sleep volume over the past month. The questionnaire content is copyrighted by Professor Liu Pei-Shan of the Graduate Institute of Nursing, Taipei Medical University. The questionnaire cons 2. This stress scale contains 12 questions. Please answer "yes" or "no" based on your current situation. Stress index answers: 3 "yes": Your stress level is still within a manageable range. 4-5 "yes": Stress is quite bothering you. Although you can manage it, you need to seriously learn stress management and talk to good mentors and friends. 6-8 "yes": Your stress is very high. See a mental health professional as soon as possible for systematic psychotherapy. 9 or more "yes": Your stress is very serious. You should see a psychiatrist and follow their prescription for medication and psychotherapy to help your life return to normal as soon as possible.
1 secondary outcome
Brief Symptom Rating Scale
Time frame: 4 weeks
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 27 Feb 2026.
- Results publicationThangaleela, S., Sivamaruthi, B. S., Kesika, P., Bharathi, M., Kunaviktikul, W., Klunklin, A., Chanthapoon, C., & Chaiyasut, C. (2022). Essential oils, phytoncides, aromachology, and aromatherapy-A review. Applied Sciences, 12(9), 4495. https://doi.org/10.3390/app12094495
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Yes. All collected IPDs, and all IPDs that contribute to the publication results
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Aromatherapy in people with Supportive Therapy, run by Fu Jen Catholic University Hospital at 1 site in Taiwan.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 2 inclusion and 3 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 27 Feb 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Taiwan. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
1.Chinese version of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Scale 2.Stress index measuring table (time frame: 4 weeks). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07437781, which also lists 1 linked publication.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 27 Feb 2026.