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Date of Award
Spring 2020
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)
Department
Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences
First Advisor
Dr. Kevin Basile
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA) is most common joint complaint in the United States, and is the primary indication for knee replacement surgery each year. The mainstay of treatment includes long-term use of anti-inflammatories, often associated with toxicity with long-term use. Therefore, this review aims to answer the question: In patients with osteoarthritis (OA) [P], will curcuminoids [I] improve joint pain, function, and inflammation [O] compared to standard treatment or placebo [C]?
Recommended Citation
Malherbe, Suzanne, "The Efficacy of Curcuminoids in the Treatment of Osteoarthritis" (2020). Capstone Showcase. 2.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2020/pa/2
The Efficacy of Curcuminoids in the Treatment of Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA) is most common joint complaint in the United States, and is the primary indication for knee replacement surgery each year. The mainstay of treatment includes long-term use of anti-inflammatories, often associated with toxicity with long-term use. Therefore, this review aims to answer the question: In patients with osteoarthritis (OA) [P], will curcuminoids [I] improve joint pain, function, and inflammation [O] compared to standard treatment or placebo [C]?