Bedtime Inhalation-Based Relaxation for Sleep Quality and Depressive Symptoms in Institutionalized Older Adults: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial

Key Points

• To assess the impact of bedtime inhalation-based aromatherapy on sleep quality and depressive symptoms in institutionalized older adults.
• Pilot randomized controlled trial
• Incorporated bedtime inhalation aromatherapy into routine care
• Population included institutionalized older adults
• Preliminary findings indicate potential improvement in sleep quality
• Suggests a reduction in depressive symptoms among participants
• Further confirmation is needed through larger trials