2014-09-10 11:22:31
A new study evaluated the clinical relevance and efficacy of 3 plant extracts (Harpagophytum procumbens, Curcuma longa, and bromelain) (1). Harpagophytum is commonly known as Devil’s claw and Curcuma is commonly known as turmeric. The studied complex was called AINAT and the dose was 650mg. This was a multicenter, observational, prospective, open-label survey in 8 rheumatology centers. There were 2 groups: one suffering from chronic osteoarthritis pain, the other suffering from acute osteoarthritis pain. A total of 42 patients participated. They took two of these 650mg capsules three times per day for those with acute pain and twice a day for those with chronic pain. At baseline and during a follow-up visit at 15 days for the acute pain and at 60 days for the chronic pain, researchers obtained patient’s global assessment and their pain scores. The results showed that the pain score decreased significantly in both groups and they both reached the level of pain defined as PASS. No patients stopped using the treatment due to side effects. The researchers conclude that the improvement in joint pain was clinically relevant in patients treated with the AINAT capsules, for both acute and chronic pain, and that it may be a valuable and safe alternative to NSAIDs.
References
(1) Conrozier T, et al. A complex of three natural anti-inflammatory agents provides relief of osteoarthritis pain. Altern Ther Health Med. 2014;20Suppl1:32-7.