The Effect of Clove Essential Oil (Syzygium aromaticum) Therapy on Reducing Gout Pain among Community Members in Negeri Rumahsoal, Taniwel District
Kata Kunci:
community health, complementary therapy, clove essential oil, gout, pain scaleAbstrak
Background: Gout is an inflammatory joint disease caused by the deposition of monosodium urate crystals due to elevated uric acid levels in the blood. This condition often results in severe joint pain, swelling, and reduced physical function, which can interfere with daily activities and quality of life. Pain management in gout patients can be carried out through pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches. One complementary therapy that has potential benefits is clove essential oil (Syzygium aromaticum), which contains eugenol known for its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. Objective: This study aimed to determine the effect of clove essential oil therapy on reducing the gout pain scale among community members in Negeri Rumahsoal, Taniwel District. Methods: This study employed a quasi-experimental design using a one-group pretest–posttest approach. A total of 27 respondents were selected using a total sampling technique. Pain intensity was measured using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS). The intervention consisted of applying clove essential oil therapy three times a week for two weeks. Data analysis was conducted using the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test to examine differences in pain scores before and after the intervention. Results: Prior to the intervention, the majority of respondents experienced severe pain (88.9%). After receiving clove essential oil therapy, most respondents showed a reduction in pain intensity, with 85.2% reporting mild pain. Statistical analysis demonstrated a significant decrease in pain scores after the intervention (p = 0.000; p < 0.05). Discussion: The reduction in pain intensity is associated with the eugenol content in clove essential oil, which exerts analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects by inhibiting inflammatory mediators, reducing prostaglandin synthesis, and promoting local vasodilation and muscle relaxation. Conclusion: Clove essential oil therapy is effective in reducing gout pain and can be considered a complementary non-pharmacological intervention for pain management in community settings.
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