A team of researchers has discovered that an ancient Brazilian plant, Alternanthera littoralis — known as Joseph’s Coat — could hold promise for treating debilitating knee pain caused by osteoarthritis. In a study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology, scientists from the Federal University of Grande Dourados found that extracts from the plant significantly reduced swelling, inflammation, and stiffness in mice with arthritis.
Osteoarthritis, which affects millions worldwide, has limited treatment options beyond exercise, physiotherapy, or surgery. The study’s authors noted that while further clinical testing in humans is needed, their findings reinforce traditional uses of the herb and suggest potential for safe, effective pain relief.
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