Use of Aromatherapy and
Aroma Sticks – Willen
Hospice
Willen Hospice is situated in Milton Keynes and
provides specialist care for adults with life-
threatening illness. The services provided include;
In-Patient Unit, Day Hospice, Community Care
Team, Social Care and Lymphoedema Clinic.
The Day Hospice operates 3 days a week, on
these days patients are offered a range of
complementary therapies. “We have used
lavender and chamomile oils to relieve anxiety and
patients have reported that this helped them.
Another useful oil is ginger which when put into the
aroma stick, is beneficial to manage episodes of
nausea. Our community team have also used the
aroma sticks and found them to be effective.”
Melody Hornblow, Activity Co-ordinator, Day
Hospice.
Aromatherapy is also used within the in-patient unit
and the nursing team are able to formulate
individual blends of oils to meet the patient’s need,
which depends on their psychological and physical
requirements. A blend of oils used in the aroma
sticks is formulated following consultation with the
patient. The aroma sticks can also be used
between treatments such as chemo and patients
often take the aroma stick home when they are
discharged.
“We always stress that the aroma sticks are used
to complement conventional medication and
should not be used to replace medication. Our
patients have certainly found benefit since the
introduction of this complementary therapy.”
Badria Gates, Nursing Auxiliary, In-Patient Unit.
Aroma Sticks – Willen
Hospice
Willen Hospice is situated in Milton Keynes and
provides specialist care for adults with life-
threatening illness. The services provided include;
In-Patient Unit, Day Hospice, Community Care
Team, Social Care and Lymphoedema Clinic.
The Day Hospice operates 3 days a week, on
these days patients are offered a range of
complementary therapies. “We have used
lavender and chamomile oils to relieve anxiety and
patients have reported that this helped them.
Another useful oil is ginger which when put into the
aroma stick, is beneficial to manage episodes of
nausea. Our community team have also used the
aroma sticks and found them to be effective.”
Melody Hornblow, Activity Co-ordinator, Day
Hospice.
Aromatherapy is also used within the in-patient unit
and the nursing team are able to formulate
individual blends of oils to meet the patient’s need,
which depends on their psychological and physical
requirements. A blend of oils used in the aroma
sticks is formulated following consultation with the
patient. The aroma sticks can also be used
between treatments such as chemo and patients
often take the aroma stick home when they are
discharged.
“We always stress that the aroma sticks are used
to complement conventional medication and
should not be used to replace medication. Our
patients have certainly found benefit since the
introduction of this complementary therapy.”
Badria Gates, Nursing Auxiliary, In-Patient Unit.
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News from the
hospices
relieving
anxiety,
sleeplessness,
nausea and
common
ailments may
seem modest
tools but in a
care
environment
can make all
the difference,
cutting down
on medication,
and relieving
homesickness.
- Aromatherapy Sticks in
practice at the Willen Hospice
-Swine flu, how essential oils
can help to manage the risk of
serious co-infections
- Palliative Care Accredited
CPD with Kim Dolman on
Saturday 3rd October 2009
at the Shirley Price
International College of
Aromatherapy, About Kim:
below, Synopsis: below
Venue: Odstone Hall
Warwickshire
Charge: £80 - Book this
course
The Sp
newsletter is a
chance to
share
experience
with a
worldwide
audience.
Sp donate
aroma
products to the
hospices for all
articles
received
hospices
relieving
anxiety,
sleeplessness,
nausea and
common
ailments may
seem modest
tools but in a
care
environment
can make all
the difference,
cutting down
on medication,
and relieving
homesickness.
- Aromatherapy Sticks in
practice at the Willen Hospice
-Swine flu, how essential oils
can help to manage the risk of
serious co-infections
- Palliative Care Accredited
CPD with Kim Dolman on
Saturday 3rd October 2009
at the Shirley Price
International College of
Aromatherapy, About Kim:
below, Synopsis: below
Venue: Odstone Hall
Warwickshire
Charge: £80 - Book this
course
The Sp
newsletter is a
chance to
share
experience
with a
worldwide
audience.
Sp donate
aroma
products to the
hospices for all
articles
received
A honeybee harvesting lavender in the
College Garden July 2009
College Garden July 2009
Sp sampler Jars, purse sprays and the white blank
nasal inhaler. Originally Sp stocked this as a more
effecient sampler for essential oils. It is great to see
the nasal inhaler put to such effective use in practice
as well..
nasal inhaler. Originally Sp stocked this as a more
effecient sampler for essential oils. It is great to see
the nasal inhaler put to such effective use in practice
as well..
Simple Blank Nasal Aroma Inhalers
- add your oils to the pad, seal and unscrew the inhaler to use
To order
With the essential oils of your choice or with our Care For blends for symptoms of
headaches (Chear head) and colds and flu (Easy Breathe). Make your own aromatherapy
nasal inhaler or healthcare inhaler for different purposes with our blank Nasal Inhaler
Aroma Sticks. Extremely easy to use, the cotton stick absorbs the essential oils, simply
assemble the parts together. Each stick contains 4 parts:
1: Container (outer shell)
2: Inhaler (inner shell)
3: Highly absorbant cotton stick (for adding essential oils)
4: Seal cap (for sealing)
INSTRUCTIONS:
Step 1: Simply saturate the cotton stick with 10 - 20 drops of your favorite essential oil or
blend.
Step 2: Insert the saturated cotton stick into the inhaler (inner shell) and secure the seal
cap.
Step 3: Tightly screw on the container (outer shell) to keep scent from drying out.
TO USE YOUR AROMA NASAL INHALER STICKS:
Simply open the container and inhale the aroma from the small holes of the inhaler.
- add your oils to the pad, seal and unscrew the inhaler to use
To order
With the essential oils of your choice or with our Care For blends for symptoms of
headaches (Chear head) and colds and flu (Easy Breathe). Make your own aromatherapy
nasal inhaler or healthcare inhaler for different purposes with our blank Nasal Inhaler
Aroma Sticks. Extremely easy to use, the cotton stick absorbs the essential oils, simply
assemble the parts together. Each stick contains 4 parts:
1: Container (outer shell)
2: Inhaler (inner shell)
3: Highly absorbant cotton stick (for adding essential oils)
4: Seal cap (for sealing)
INSTRUCTIONS:
Step 1: Simply saturate the cotton stick with 10 - 20 drops of your favorite essential oil or
blend.
Step 2: Insert the saturated cotton stick into the inhaler (inner shell) and secure the seal
cap.
Step 3: Tightly screw on the container (outer shell) to keep scent from drying out.
TO USE YOUR AROMA NASAL INHALER STICKS:
Simply open the container and inhale the aroma from the small holes of the inhaler.
Accredited CPD
at The Shirley Price
International College of
Aromatherapy, Odstone Hall
Warwickshire
PALLIATIVE CARE
About the tutor Kim Dolman
Dates:
Saturday 3rd October 2009
Kim is an experienced trainer of
the 'M' technique massage for
the frail and elderly
Myton Hospice, Myton Lane,
Myton Road, Warwick. CV34
6PX
Tel: (01926) 492518 (ext 206)
E mail:
kim.dolman@mytonhospice.org
at The Shirley Price
International College of
Aromatherapy, Odstone Hall
Warwickshire
PALLIATIVE CARE
About the tutor Kim Dolman
Dates:
Saturday 3rd October 2009
Kim is an experienced trainer of
the 'M' technique massage for
the frail and elderly
Myton Hospice, Myton Lane,
Myton Road, Warwick. CV34
6PX
Tel: (01926) 492518 (ext 206)
E mail:
kim.dolman@mytonhospice.org
Nothing can compare with
the cleansing and
revitalising properties of
pure, natural essential oils
distilled from plants and
flowers.
Essentia combines the
essential beauty and power
of the plant or flower into a
range of specific, effective
and empowering products.
Essentia products do not
contain synthetic perfumes,
animal products or lanolin
and are not tested on
animals.
With our natural cream and
lotion bases essential oils
and herbal extracts are
combined to create a
specific range of remedies
for common ailments
Aromatic waters show
antiseptic, moisturising and
healing properties. They
encourage the skins pH
and play a role in
balancing a healthy skin -
the body's first line of
defence. Apply daily -
morning and night.
the cleansing and
revitalising properties of
pure, natural essential oils
distilled from plants and
flowers.
Essentia combines the
essential beauty and power
of the plant or flower into a
range of specific, effective
and empowering products.
Essentia products do not
contain synthetic perfumes,
animal products or lanolin
and are not tested on
animals.
With our natural cream and
lotion bases essential oils
and herbal extracts are
combined to create a
specific range of remedies
for common ailments
Aromatic waters show
antiseptic, moisturising and
healing properties. They
encourage the skins pH
and play a role in
balancing a healthy skin -
the body's first line of
defence. Apply daily -
morning and night.
The active part of lavender
is the volatile oil with
relaxing, sedative,
antispasmodic and antiseptic
and insect inhibiting
properties.
In aromatherapy the whole
oil shows synergies when
used with other oils for
particular specific effects in
skincare and in the
treatment of common
ailments.
The oil can be used
topically, used in baths or
inhaled from a diffuser or
aroma stick
It is advised that topical
preparations be tested on a
small area of skin before
widespread application.
Lavender has traditionally
been used for pleasure,
sleep disorders, anxiety, as
well as to treat minor cuts
and bruises and insect bites
and is commonly found in
cosmetics and toiletaries.
Lavender contains
substances which are being
tested for cancer prevention.
Source: Sp College Notes
is the volatile oil with
relaxing, sedative,
antispasmodic and antiseptic
and insect inhibiting
properties.
In aromatherapy the whole
oil shows synergies when
used with other oils for
particular specific effects in
skincare and in the
treatment of common
ailments.
The oil can be used
topically, used in baths or
inhaled from a diffuser or
aroma stick
It is advised that topical
preparations be tested on a
small area of skin before
widespread application.
Lavender has traditionally
been used for pleasure,
sleep disorders, anxiety, as
well as to treat minor cuts
and bruises and insect bites
and is commonly found in
cosmetics and toiletaries.
Lavender contains
substances which are being
tested for cancer prevention.
Source: Sp College Notes
Palliative Care CPD Course synopsis :
The course is aimed at Aromatherapists who are considering working in the field of
palliative care or those who are just embarking on such a course of action.
The mechanics of delivering aromatherapy to palliative care patients is not radically
different to conventional practice, but it is the aspect of patient care and understanding the
needs of individual patients that the course is centered on together with the synergy of
working alongside clinical care. The course will consider the following elements:
An overview of “End of Life” care (including Palliative Care)
The common symptons experienced in “End of Life” care
Dealing with Confidentiality issues, Boundaries that may be set and the Ethics of “End of
Life” care.
Managing the symptons experienced by use of Aromatherapy
Coping with the experiences of Loss, Death and Dying
The practical uses of Aromatherapy in “End of Life” care,
The course is aimed at Aromatherapists who are considering working in the field of
palliative care or those who are just embarking on such a course of action.
The mechanics of delivering aromatherapy to palliative care patients is not radically
different to conventional practice, but it is the aspect of patient care and understanding the
needs of individual patients that the course is centered on together with the synergy of
working alongside clinical care. The course will consider the following elements:
An overview of “End of Life” care (including Palliative Care)
The common symptons experienced in “End of Life” care
Dealing with Confidentiality issues, Boundaries that may be set and the Ethics of “End of
Life” care.
Managing the symptons experienced by use of Aromatherapy
Coping with the experiences of Loss, Death and Dying
The practical uses of Aromatherapy in “End of Life” care,
Swine flu - How essential oils can help you manage the risk of
serious co-infections
a personal note by Ian Brealey
I can say without fear of contradiction that certain essential oils have proven antimicrobial
properties.
Throughout history people have been encouraged to inhale aromatic substances at times
of infection. Aromatic plant material was burnt in public squares. The name perfume
comes from the latin per fumen (through fire). Today we have essential oils which contain
aromatic chemicals for us to inhale and essential oils components continue to provide the
basis for synthetic anti-flu medications.
My own household contains a happy smiling 4 month old baby and as you can imagine we
are taking every precaution to avoid infection and ensure we are in good shape to fight
the infection and combat co-infection leading to complications.
Personally I am taking a mix of 5 oils including peppermint, hyssop and thyme, pine and
eucalyptus. This mix was developed by Shirley Price and is called Easy Breathe Winter
Chills. I place two drops (no more, less is more in aromatherapy) in my morning and
evening cup of tea. The hot tea vaporises the oil so I get a good inhalation into my lungs.
I am not asthmatic or on medication nor am I an epileptic and I have access to the advice
of the Sp college principal Louise Carta who trains aromatherapists for IFPA membership.
Sp essential oils come with a safety leaflet advising on their use. In brief Always read the
leaflet.
I carry a nasal inhaler stick with drops of this mix for use in the day.
I also vaporise Star Anise, Pine and Lemon essential oils. Vaporisation is useful for
combating airborne infection.
Sp carry Star Anise oil which is a revered oil in China and Vietnam where it is made. This
oil is credited with anti-viral properties. The principal constituent (upto 85% is anethole
upto 85% in a good quality oil). .
Tamiflu® is reputedly made from starting materials derived from Star Anise. The obvious
question, whether there could be essential oils to protect from this condition, is not easily
answered. Tamiflu and Star Anise were key weapons in the fight against Bird Flu in
2005/6.
Certainly essential oils have proven effectiveness against common infections like strep
throat and a particular feature of a pandemic is for the flu virus to amplify the effects of
what are common ailments into complications and in a small number of cases potentially a
life threatening situation requiring hospitalisation. In one case in the UK this month a 15
year old girl with tonsilitis sadly died of swine flu. Therefore it is wise to have on hand
essential oils with a track record of effectiveness against both viral infection and bacterial
infection such as streptoccus.
Some facts:
The substance gained from Star Anise which serves as the starting material for
Oseltamivir (the active principle of Tamiflu®) is Shikimic acid. Shikimic acid itself is a key
precursor for the biosynthesis of the amino acid Phenyl alanine, which consequently is
further derivatized towards Cinnamic acid and the known Phenyl propanoids of essential
oils. (Pacific Institute of Aromatherapy 2006).
The efficacy of essential oil components and whole essential oils against many different
virions, including influenza, has been repeatedly documented and is part of the practical
experience of many aromatherapy practitoners. Because essential oils and their
constituents cannot be patented, large scale further research is not lucrative to 'for profit'
entities and therefore does not happen and we are left with small scale but nonetheless
compelling evidence.
Evidence of effectiveness against bacteria is based on a scientific research procedure
whereby bacteria are cultivated in agar dishes. Essential oils are dropped in the centre of
the dish and zones of inhibition are measured. Personally I put a microbial mix of
lavender, tea tree and lemon oil in an aromastream. These oils are specific, have a nice
aroma and are free of side effects in normal use making them suitable for vaporisation in
hospices and hospitals, offices and public places.
It is thought essential oils work by blocking the receptors microbes use to attack healthy
cells.
Conclusion:
In the long run those essential oils which are strongly antiviral (multi component
synergies) will provide better and better lasting protection against these conditions, as the
virus can quickly outwit the single substance drugs by slight changes in one or more of its
various components.
At Sp we are of the opinion that stocking essential oils which are antiviral and at the same
time very mild, so they can be used liberally and with care if needed without creating
irritation, is certainly a wise measure (Our preference is Thyme thuyanol and Hyssop
decumbens, (Pacific Institute of Aromatherapy 2006). For a vaporiser we would
recommend star anise, pine and lemon.
Ian Brealey
Director, Shirley Price Aromatherapy Ltd 23.7.09
serious co-infections
a personal note by Ian Brealey
I can say without fear of contradiction that certain essential oils have proven antimicrobial
properties.
Throughout history people have been encouraged to inhale aromatic substances at times
of infection. Aromatic plant material was burnt in public squares. The name perfume
comes from the latin per fumen (through fire). Today we have essential oils which contain
aromatic chemicals for us to inhale and essential oils components continue to provide the
basis for synthetic anti-flu medications.
My own household contains a happy smiling 4 month old baby and as you can imagine we
are taking every precaution to avoid infection and ensure we are in good shape to fight
the infection and combat co-infection leading to complications.
Personally I am taking a mix of 5 oils including peppermint, hyssop and thyme, pine and
eucalyptus. This mix was developed by Shirley Price and is called Easy Breathe Winter
Chills. I place two drops (no more, less is more in aromatherapy) in my morning and
evening cup of tea. The hot tea vaporises the oil so I get a good inhalation into my lungs.
I am not asthmatic or on medication nor am I an epileptic and I have access to the advice
of the Sp college principal Louise Carta who trains aromatherapists for IFPA membership.
Sp essential oils come with a safety leaflet advising on their use. In brief Always read the
leaflet.
I carry a nasal inhaler stick with drops of this mix for use in the day.
I also vaporise Star Anise, Pine and Lemon essential oils. Vaporisation is useful for
combating airborne infection.
Sp carry Star Anise oil which is a revered oil in China and Vietnam where it is made. This
oil is credited with anti-viral properties. The principal constituent (upto 85% is anethole
upto 85% in a good quality oil). .
Tamiflu® is reputedly made from starting materials derived from Star Anise. The obvious
question, whether there could be essential oils to protect from this condition, is not easily
answered. Tamiflu and Star Anise were key weapons in the fight against Bird Flu in
2005/6.
Certainly essential oils have proven effectiveness against common infections like strep
throat and a particular feature of a pandemic is for the flu virus to amplify the effects of
what are common ailments into complications and in a small number of cases potentially a
life threatening situation requiring hospitalisation. In one case in the UK this month a 15
year old girl with tonsilitis sadly died of swine flu. Therefore it is wise to have on hand
essential oils with a track record of effectiveness against both viral infection and bacterial
infection such as streptoccus.
Some facts:
The substance gained from Star Anise which serves as the starting material for
Oseltamivir (the active principle of Tamiflu®) is Shikimic acid. Shikimic acid itself is a key
precursor for the biosynthesis of the amino acid Phenyl alanine, which consequently is
further derivatized towards Cinnamic acid and the known Phenyl propanoids of essential
oils. (Pacific Institute of Aromatherapy 2006).
The efficacy of essential oil components and whole essential oils against many different
virions, including influenza, has been repeatedly documented and is part of the practical
experience of many aromatherapy practitoners. Because essential oils and their
constituents cannot be patented, large scale further research is not lucrative to 'for profit'
entities and therefore does not happen and we are left with small scale but nonetheless
compelling evidence.
Evidence of effectiveness against bacteria is based on a scientific research procedure
whereby bacteria are cultivated in agar dishes. Essential oils are dropped in the centre of
the dish and zones of inhibition are measured. Personally I put a microbial mix of
lavender, tea tree and lemon oil in an aromastream. These oils are specific, have a nice
aroma and are free of side effects in normal use making them suitable for vaporisation in
hospices and hospitals, offices and public places.
It is thought essential oils work by blocking the receptors microbes use to attack healthy
cells.
Conclusion:
In the long run those essential oils which are strongly antiviral (multi component
synergies) will provide better and better lasting protection against these conditions, as the
virus can quickly outwit the single substance drugs by slight changes in one or more of its
various components.
At Sp we are of the opinion that stocking essential oils which are antiviral and at the same
time very mild, so they can be used liberally and with care if needed without creating
irritation, is certainly a wise measure (Our preference is Thyme thuyanol and Hyssop
decumbens, (Pacific Institute of Aromatherapy 2006). For a vaporiser we would
recommend star anise, pine and lemon.
Ian Brealey
Director, Shirley Price Aromatherapy Ltd 23.7.09
Swine Flu Facts as at 23.7.09
Swine flu is fast becoming a global pandemic
The number of people consulting their GP in
the UK because they think they have swine flu
has almost doubled in one week.
The Department of Health say an estimated
100,000 people in England sought help in the
past week, up from 55,000 the previous week.
There are now 840 people in hospital with the
virus, of which 63 are in intensive care.
Most people with the virus in hospital are
aged 16 to 64, with 435 cases, followed by
the under-fives, with 169 cases.
Related Links
Department of Health
Among those aged over 65, 149 people are in
hospital and there are 87 cases among young
people aged five to 15.
The Government's National Flu Pandemic
Service for England is being staffed by more
than 1,500 call centre staff, with the option of
recruiting 500 more.
The initial 1,500 will be capable of more than
200,000 calls a day - or more than one million
calls a week.
The website address for the National
Pandemic Flu Service for England is
www.direct.gov.uk/pandemicflu and the phone
number is 0800 1513 100.
Swine flu is fast becoming a global pandemic
The number of people consulting their GP in
the UK because they think they have swine flu
has almost doubled in one week.
The Department of Health say an estimated
100,000 people in England sought help in the
past week, up from 55,000 the previous week.
There are now 840 people in hospital with the
virus, of which 63 are in intensive care.
Most people with the virus in hospital are
aged 16 to 64, with 435 cases, followed by
the under-fives, with 169 cases.
Related Links
Department of Health
Among those aged over 65, 149 people are in
hospital and there are 87 cases among young
people aged five to 15.
The Government's National Flu Pandemic
Service for England is being staffed by more
than 1,500 call centre staff, with the option of
recruiting 500 more.
The initial 1,500 will be capable of more than
200,000 calls a day - or more than one million
calls a week.
The website address for the National
Pandemic Flu Service for England is
www.direct.gov.uk/pandemicflu and the phone
number is 0800 1513 100.
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