The effects of bromelain on osteoarthritis symptoms: A systematic review
Asgari Savadjani S, Yadollahi F, Khaghani A
Published in Journal of Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences
Abstract
Systematic review of clinical trials of bromelain for osteoarthritis symptoms.
Key Findings
Across included trials, bromelain reduced pain and improved function in mild-to-moderate osteoarthritis, but effects were absent in more severe disease and trial quality was variable.
Conclusions
Bromelain may help milder osteoarthritis symptoms; the evidence base remains small and mixed.
Limitations
Few trials, heterogeneous doses and enzyme activities, no pooled effect estimate.
Supplements Studied
Across included trials, bromelain reduced pain and improved function in mild-to-moderate osteoarthritis, but effects were absent in more severe disease and trial quality was variable.
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