Fundamental aromatherapy practices, in the form of applying essential oil preparations topically, in bath treatments and via inhalation, can be utilised: In the practice of remedial and other massage techniques, essential oils can be utilised: in combination with massage oils for use during massage treatments in the creation of topical preparations for use during treatment or for home use between visits In Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, shiatsu and kinesiology, essential oils can be used: in the creation of a variety of topical preparations, bath preparations, etc., for use during treatment or for home use between visits By the application of essential oil preparations to acupressure/acupuncture points and/or meridians In naturopathic medicine, western herbal medicine, homeopathic medicine, nutritional medicine and ayurvedic medicine, essential oils and other aromatic extracts can be utilised as part of a treatment plan: in the creation of topical preparations, bath preparations, etc., for use during treatment or for home use between visits, where appropriate In yoga practice, essential oils and other aromatic extracts can be utilised as part of yoga practices: by diffusing essential oils into the room environment during yoga practice to enhance relaxation and breathing |