Alzheimer’s & Dementia

Alzheimer’s/Dementia

Recently, the importance of non-pharmacological therapies for dementia has come to the forefront. Aromatherapy/massage therapy with lavender essential oil has been found to have positive results in improving cognitive function in many Alzheimer/Dementia patients.  For example, a regular program of aromatherapy hand massage with lavender oil is effective in calming emotions and aggressive behavior of the elderly with Alzheimer's type of dementia.

Don't just take our word for it, according to Alzheimers.net, lavender is thought to be calming and able to balance strong emotions. It has also been used to help with depression, anger and irritability, and can help in some cases of insomnia. Lavender can be directly inhaled, used in a massage oil, or sprayed on linens.