The Immediate Effects of Nam Prung Scented Lotion (Aromatherapy) on Heart Rate Variability and Stress Reduction

Peerada  Damapong; Pongmada  Damapong; Yaowana  Wongthaijaroen

Peerada Damapong Department of Public Health and Health Promotion, College of Allied Health Sciences, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Samut Songkhram, Thailand
Pongmada Damapong Department of Public Health and Health Promotion, College of Allied Health Sciences, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Samut Songkhram, Thailand
Yaowana Wongthaijaroen Department of Public Health and Health Promotion, College of Allied Health Sciences, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Samut Songkhram, Thailand

Keywords: Immediate, Effects, Nam Prung Scented Lotion

Abstract

Namprung Scented Lotion is a modern innovation derived from Namprung, an ancient Thai perfume traditionally used by members of the royal court. A total of 10 participants, targeting ages more than 18 years, who were tested using the Suan Prung Stress Test -20 (SPST-20) to assess perceived stress levels of tension is moderate to high . Participants applied the lotion behind both ears and inhaled the fragrance for 10 minutes. The tools for outcome measurement in this study consist of SPST-20 and heart rate variability-HRV. Repeated measures ANOVA was used to assess the average score on the outcome measurement . The results show a statistically significant between time points (P<0.05) the following: There was a statistically significant reduction in mean stress scores after using the product (x ̅(sd)pre=54.2(6.3), x ̅(sd)post=27.7(3.5)). Additionally, SDNN increased significantly from 62 .3 (31.5) to 114.8 (44.1), indicating improved parasympathetic nervous system activity and reduced stress levels.