Effect of Herbal Medicine Treatment for Periarthritis of Shoulder: A Meta-Analysis
Journal · BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies (2025)
Original authors · Lim CS, Ahn CB, Song HS, et al.
DOI · 10.1186/s12906-2025-04912
Summary
A meta-analysis of 20 RCTs evaluating herbal medicine treatment for periarthritis of shoulder. The herbal medicine group showed significant improvements compared to controls in SPADI scores (MD=-11.2), VAS (MD=-1.87), and ROM (external rotation MD=14.3 degrees).
Key figures
SPADI score difference
11.2 points
Total participants
1,678 patients
Conclusion
Herbal medicine shows significant efficacy for pain reduction and functional recovery in periarthritis of shoulder.
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