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Teaching The Art Of Aromatherapy To Soothe And Heal
A bubble bath that improves memory. A
kitchen cleaner that wards off nausea and energizes. A scented handkerchief
that calms a patient entering the MRI. The benefits of aromatherapy are
real. Below, learn the uses, healing properties and how-tos of using
aromatherapy to heal and de-stress from The University of Texas M. D.
Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.
Scan the shelves of the local bath and body stores and one is sure to
find products labeled for aromatherapy. Many might be surprised to learn
the science behind it. So what is aromatherapy, how is it used and will
those products actually work?
Cherie Perez, a supervising research nurse in the Department of
Genitourinary Medical Oncology, teaches a monthly aromatherapy class to
answer those questions for cancer patients and caregivers undergoing
treatment at M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. Perez's classes are offered free
of charge through M. D. Anderson's Place...of wellness, a center within the
institution that focuses on helping patients and caregivers deal with the
non-medical issues of living with cancer, and is the first complementary
therapy facility to be built on the campus of a comprehensive cancer
center.
Perez, who first became involved with aromatherapy to help relieve the
physical pain and discomfort caused by fibromyalgia, shares her
professional knowledge of the basics of aromatherapy, safety precautions
and interactive demonstrations in each hour-long class.
Oils and healing
While essential oils may not directly stimulate the immune system, they
can complement cancer treatment by boosting the system's ability to fight
off infections, says Perez.
Certain oils can also stimulate lymphatic drainage or have
antibacterial properties. Since it has many potential uses ranging from
managing anxiety and nausea to helping with sleep, general relaxation,
memory and attention, many individuals, including cancer patients, can
benefit from aromatherapy. [See Sidebar 1: Five Oils to Reduce Stress and
Relieve Ailments]
There are a variety of different products and methods of diffusion to
obtain the healing benefits of oils. Some oils - like lavender, ylang ylang
and sandalwood can be applied directly to the skin - while others are too
concentrated and need to be diluted into carriers such as massage oils,
bath soaps and lotions. [See Sidebar 2: Everyday Uses for Aromatherapy]
Most typically, Perez advises patients to put a few drops of an oil, or a
combination of oils onto a handkerchief and "fan themselves like Scarlett
O'Hara." Burning oils or incense is not recommended because most are poorly
constructed and give off unhealthy fumes and soot.
Who should, or shouldn't, use oils?
Widely sold in health food stores and beauty chain stores, essential
oils do have chemical properties that can affect the brain and enter the
bloodstream, and for some patients may be toxic when combined with common
cancer therapies such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Perez says
essential oils, like many medicines, can increase a person's sensitivity to
the sun and should be used with caution. Patients should always inform and
discuss with their physicians before using aromatherapy oils to complement
a medical condition.
People with high blood pressure should avoid hyssop, rosemary, sage and
thyme, while diabetics should avoid angelica oil. Women who are pregnant or
nursing should avoid a number of oils that stimulate the uterus including
star anise, basil and juniper to name a few and should use with caution
peppermint, rose and rosemary in the first trimester. According to Perez,
pediatric patients can use aromatherapy essential oils in very low
concentrations. [See Sidebar 3: Tips for Buying Oils]
Aromatherapy's role in cancer treatment
"The nature of aromatherapy makes it challenging to study due to the
fact that it is difficult to create a placebo and every person is different
in their nasal sensitivities and skin absorption rates," says Perez. In the
future, however, she would be interested in designing research to examine
how aromatherapy can be used to treat/heal burns caused from radiation
treatment safely and effectively, soothe pre-treatment anxiety and manage
loss-of-memory issues in cancer survivors.
M. D. Anderson is located in Houston and was designated by the National
Cancer Institute as one of the first three Comprehensive Cancer Centers in
the United States. For 4 of the last 7 years, M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
has ranked number one in cancer care in "America's Best Hospitals," a
survey published annually in U.S. News & World Report. M. D. Anderson has
provided care for more than 600,000 cancer patients since 1944.
SIDEBAR 1: FIVE OILS TO REDUCE STRESS AND RELIEVE AILMENTS
-- Lavender - First used as perfume by ancient Egyptians 2,500 years ago,
lavender is now used to treat insomnia, migraines and
provide stress relief.
-- Rosemary - This fragrant plant relieves muscle pain, low blood
pressure and cold feet and hands.
-- Spearmint - The oil from spearmint aids digestion and eases nausea and
vomiting.
-- Masculine scents - Scents such as bay laurel and ylang-ylang appeal to
men for their deep scent. They also treat skin
rashes, rheumatism and stomach ailments.
Source: M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
SIDEBAR 2: EVERYDAY AROMATHERAPY USES
-- Muscle Relaxation Bath Salts - 2 cups of Epsom salts, 5 drops of each
oil - lavender, lemon grass, tea tree &
orange. Use 1/2 cup mixture per bath.
-- Room Spray Diffusion - Use any oil 5-20 drops along with 2 to 4 ounces
of distilled or spring water. Common sense
precaution - don't spray in your eyes.
-- Energizing Carpet Cleaner - Combine pink grapefruit oil with baking
soda and sprinkle before vacuuming.
-- Natural House Cleaner - Blend lemon and ravensara leaf oils with
distilled water and non-sudsing soap.
Source: M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
SIDEBAR 3: TIPS FOR BUYING OILS
When purchasing oils for themselves, Perez gives the following guidelines:
-- Essential oils from a bath or general store may be of questionable
quality; shop for oils in a specialty store, staffed by salespeople
with aromatherapy training.
-- Quality oils, which are light and heat sensitive, will be in a blue or
brown light protective glass.
-- Labeling on the bottle should provide should provide both the common
and botanical name for the oil.
-- Steer clear of concentrated oils with rubber eyedroppers since the
oils react with the rubber causing it to break down and contaminate
the oil.
Source: M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
This news release was issued on behalf of Newswise(TM). For more
information, visit http://www.newswise.com.
The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
http://www.mdanderson.org
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