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By Laura Vignaroli, MD
Aromatherapy and
the Treatment of Pain
Welcome to the aromatherapy tutorial at the Creighton University School of
Medicine alternative medicine web site.
The purpose of this page is to provide a critical evaluation of aromatherapy
in general and to concentrate on its role in the treatment of pain for health
care providers, students, and the general public.
Aromatherapy is the art, and science, of using essential oils extracted from
aromatic plants to promote and enhance health and beauty. Essential oils are
believed to have physical benefits as well as subtle effects on the mind and
emotions
This page is for informational purposes only and the practices
described herein are not endorsed by Creighton University.
This page was last updated on
05/15/07.
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