Randomized Controlled Trial of Herbal Medicine Treatment for Chondromalacia Patella
Journal · Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2023)
Original authors · Song JM, Ahn CB, Lee SY, et al.
DOI · 10.1016/j.jep.2023.117128
Summary
Eighty-four patients with chondromalacia patella were randomly assigned to modified Guibi-tang and glucosamine groups and treated for 12 weeks. Anterior knee pain reduction and stair function were significantly more improved in the herbal medicine group.
Key figures
Pain Reduction Rate
71%
Participants
84 subjects
Conclusion
Modified Guibi-tang is an effective herbal medicine treatment for chondromalacia patella.
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