Introduction
The study evaluates a highly concentrated ginger extract’s efficacy in alleviating knee pain in osteoarthritis patients.
Methodology
A double-blind, placebo-controlled trial with 261 patients assessed pain reduction over six weeks, comparing ginger extract’s effects against a placebo.
Results and Conclusion
Patients treated with ginger experienced notable pain relief and improved physical function compared to the control group. Despite more gastrointestinal side effects, ginger was well-tolerated, making it a viable treatment option for osteoarthritis knee pain.
For more detailed information, you can view the study on PubMed.
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11710709/
Reference: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2984544/