Nurs Times. 2002 May 28-Jun 3; 98(22): 36-7.

Aromatherapy massage: its use in a ward setting.

Mullins P.

Acute Stroke Rehabilitation Unit, Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital NHS Trust, London.

This article describes the properties of essential oils and the use of aromatherapy in a ward setting to treat patients with a variety of conditions. It outlines some of the benefits and risks to patients.