Pain Studies

Comparing the effect of aromatherapy with breast milk, Lavandula stoechas, and Rosa damascena on venipuncture pain in preterm infants.

This study compared the effects of aromatherapy with breast milk, Lavandula stoechas, and Rosa damascena on reducing venipuncture pain in preterm infants, who frequently undergo painful procedures. Finding effective non-pharmacological pain management methods is important for their well-being.

Askarinia S et al (2023).
Explore (NY).
PubMed:
37635050

Development and evaluation of a Chinese herbal gel for analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects.

This study developed a gel containing three Chinese herbal extracts and tested its pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory effects. Results showed that the gel effectively reduced pain and inflammation. It could be beneficial for developing pain medications or treatments for rheumatoid arthritis.

Yang C et al (2023).
Pak J Pharm Sci.
PubMed:
37606015

Diterpenes of Pinus pinaster aiton with anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antibacterial activities.

Researchers conducted a study on the P. pinaster species and found that it possesses therapeutic potential for various respiratory conditions. This information can be valuable for the development of effective treatments in the lab.

Michavila Puente-Villegas S et al (2024).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
37567424

Comparative analysis of antioxidant, antidiabetic and analgesic activity of Callestemon viminalis L. and Alcea rosea L. leaves extracts.

The study compared the antioxidant, antidiabetic, and analgesic activities of extracts from C. viminalis and A. rosea leaves. Both extracts showed significant effects, making them potential treatments for hypercholesteremia, neuropathic pains, and diabetes.

Zafar Ahmed K et al (2023).
Pak J Pharm Sci.
PubMed:
37530154

Saffron (Crocus sativus) and its constituents for pain management: A review of current evidence.

Saffron has shown analgesic activities in preclinical and clinical studies. It affects various pain-related targets and has been beneficial in chronic pain conditions as an adjunct therapy to commonly used analgesics.

Pourbagher-Shahri AM and Forouzanfar F (2023).
Phytother Res.
PubMed:
37528638

Modulation of the Proliferative Pathway, Neuroinflammation and Pain in Endometriosis.

Administration of the natural compound AR reduced the size and histological morphology of endometriosis lesions in an in vivo model. AR also reduced hyperproliferation, restored the impaired apoptosis pathway, and exhibited antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and pain-reducing effects.

Interdonato L et al (2023).
Int J Mol Sci.
PubMed:
37511500

The Effect of Aromatherapy with Citrus aurantium Aroma on Pain after Orthopedic Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

This study investigates how aromatherapy with essential oils affects pain levels after orthopedic surgery, offering potential alternative methods for pain management.

Bargi S et al (2023).
J Caring Sci.
PubMed:
37469751