Effectiveness of Boswellia and Boswellia extract for osteoarthritis patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Yu G, Xiang W, Zhang T, Zeng L, Yang K, Li J
Published in BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies
Abstract
Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials of Boswellia extracts in osteoarthritis.
Key Findings
Boswellia significantly reduced pain and stiffness and improved joint function versus placebo in osteoarthritis, with benefits observed from about 4 weeks of treatment.
Conclusions
Boswellia extracts appear effective for osteoarthritis symptoms over short-term use.
Limitations
Small trials, several industry-funded, limited long-term safety data.
Supplements Studied
Boswellia significantly reduced pain and stiffness and improved joint function versus placebo in osteoarthritis, with benefits observed from about 4 weeks of treatment.
Outcomes Measured
Boswellia significantly reduced pain and stiffness and improved joint function versus placebo in osteoarthritis, with benefits observed from about 4 weeks of treatment.
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