rct
    2006

    Efficacy of methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) in osteoarthritis pain of the knee: a pilot clinical trial

    Kim LS, Axelrod LJ, Howard P

    Published in Osteoarthritis and Cartilage

    Key Findings

    MSM 3 g twice daily improved WOMAC pain and physical function versus placebo without notable adverse events.

    Conclusions

    Pilot-level supportive evidence.

    Limitations

    Pilot design, 12 weeks only.

    Supplements Studied

    MSM
    Compound

    MSM 3 g twice daily improved knee osteoarthritis pain and physical function versus placebo.

    Sulfur
    Mineral

    MSM 3 g twice daily improved WOMAC pain and physical function versus placebo without notable adverse events.

    Related Health Concerns

    Osteoarthritis

    Study Details

    Year:2006
    Sample Size:50
    Duration:12 weeks
    Quality Score:5/10

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