Effect of collagen supplementation on osteoarthritis symptoms: a meta-analysis of randomized placebo-controlled trials
Garcia-Coronado JM, Martinez-Olvera L, Elizondo-Omana RE, Acosta-Olivo CA
Published in International Orthopaedics, Vol. 43 (3), pp. 531-538
Methodology
Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials of oral collagen for osteoarthritis-related joint pain and function.
Key Findings
Collagen reduced pain scores modestly but did not significantly improve functional outcomes such as stiffness.
Conclusions
Collagen benefits for connective tissue pain are small and functional gains remain unproven.
Limitations
Heterogeneous collagen types and doses; short follow-up.
Supplements Studied
Collagen reduced pain scores modestly but did not significantly improve functional outcomes
Outcomes Measured
Collagen reduced pain scores modestly but did not significantly improve functional outcomes such as stiffness
Related Health Concerns
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