Systematic Review of Herbal Medicine Treatment for Ankle Osteoarthritis
Journal · Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (2022)
Original authors · Han YJ, Park DS, Kim JK, et al.
DOI · 10.1155/2022/93517284
Summary
Fourteen studies investigating the effect of herbal medicine on ankle osteoarthritis were systematically reviewed. The herbal medicine group demonstrated equivalent or superior pain reduction effects compared with the NSAID group.
Key figures
Number of Included Studies
14 studies
Total Participants
892 subjects
Conclusion
Herbal medicine may be considered as an alternative conservative treatment for ankle osteoarthritis, although high-quality additional studies are required.
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