stinging-nettle-symptoms-of-osteoarthritis

この研究の注釈：

A topical cream formulation with 13.33% Stinging Nettle Root extract in a Lipobase oil-in-water emulsion was used on 23 radiology confirmed patients of osteoarthritis.

From a baseline WOMAC score of 17.22, a mean reduction of 4.17 was seen with usage of the cream; many subjects reportedly asked for continued usage of the cream.

Study was not blinded, thus placebo may contribute.

この研究の注釈：

When interviewing persons using stinging nettle to alleviate symptoms of osteoarthritis, 17/18 persons reported that they found it to be beneficial.

Only side effect reported in this group was transient rashes that occurred after topical application of the leaves, that faded relatively quickly.

この研究の注釈：

A single blind study used for exploratory research was used in investigating whether or not Urdica Dioica (Stinging Nettle) was effective in reducing joint pain.

The application method was to take home a pretty plant, and press the leaves into the knees that hurt for 7 seconds.

There were no significantly different effects compared to placebo (simialrily looking plant), although patients did improve via placebo and did not mind the stinging sensation of the leaves.

この研究の注釈：

Pressing the leaves of the Urdica Dioica plant (Stinging Nettle) into the base of the thumb where pain existed in a double-blind manner (compared to another plant that was seen as inert) was more effective than placebo in reducing symptoms of osteoarthritis.