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Aromatherapy Honolulu HI

Local resource for aromatherapy in Honolulu. Includes detailed information on local businesses that provide access to massage therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, aroma candles, incense, spas, shiatsu massage, acupuncture and tensions relief, as well as advice and content on tension relief therapies and practices.

Pritam Tapryal
(808) 537-3311
50 South Beretania Street
onolulu, HI
Pritam Tapryal, M.D.
808-537-3311
Kailua, HI
Linda Fickes, DC, CCT, CCN
808-395-6800
Fickes Holistic Care,824 Hahaione St.
Honolulu, HI
Michael Kau'i Ihara, DC
(808) 221-1063
1650 Liliha St. #107
Honolulu, HI
Maui Holistic Pain Care
808-250-1128
335 Kuikahi Drive
Wailuku, HI
Pritam Tapryal, M.D.
808-537-3311
50 South Beretania Street, C119a,Kukui Plaza
Honolulu, HI
Elizabeth Chen Christenson, MD, FAAMA, FCAP, ABHM, L.Ac.,Associate Clinical Professor, UH
808-261-7801
CHI Medical Center,Comprehensive Health Innovations
Kailua, HI
Chiropractic Oahu
(808) 699-9322
1314 S King Street, Suite 1562
Honolulu, HI
Michael Traub
(808) 329-2114
73-5618 Maiau St. Ste A204
Kailua Kona, HI
Laurie Teitelbaum, M.S.
808-896-8658
76-6326 Kaheiau St
Kailua-Kona, HI
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Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy

Summary  

Aromatherapy is a form of alternative medicine that uses volatile liquid plant materials, known as essential oils (EOs), and other aromatic compounds from plants for the purpose of affecting a person's mood or health.

The modes of  application of aromatherapy include:

  • Aerial Diffusion for environmental fragrancing or aerial disinfection

  • Direct Inhalation for respiratory disinfection, decongestion, expectoration as well as psychological effects

  • Topical Application for general massage, baths, compresses, therapeutic skin care

  • Oral, Rectal and Vaginal Interfaces for infection, congestion, parasites, perfumery for body fragrancing, anointments

Aromatherapy and Sleep

All stress related conditions, including insomnia, respond well to aromatherapy.

Essential Oils for Sleep

Relaxing baths with essential oils of Roman camomile and geranium will help a person to unwind before sleep. A glass of camomile tea will complete the process.  Relaxant effects may be provided by oils of camomile, lavender, neroli, rose and marjoram. Add a few drops to your bathwater or sprinkle a few drops on a handkerchief and inhale.

The following essential oils may be useful for management of sleep....

Benzoin (Styrax benzoin)

Benzoin is a sedative, warming, and relaxing.

It is useful for: Sleeplessness caused by worry, emotional exhaustion, tension, bronchitis, and coughs.

Caution: Some people may be sensitive to this oil.

German and Roman Chamomile (Matricaria Chamomilla and Chamaemele Nobile)

Chamomile calms nerves and stomach, induces sleep, and is especially good for children.

Useful for: Insomnia and anxiety.

Caution: Can cause dermatitis in some people.

Lavender (Lavendula Officinalis)

Lavender is calming, soothing to nerves and digestion, anti-depress...

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