Devil's Claw Gel 98% Extra Strong, 500 ml, Made in Italy for Massage to Joints and Muscles, Natural Formula and Dermatologically Tested on Sensitive Skin - Dulàc Pharma

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Mahomed IM, Ojewole JAO. Oxytocin-like effect of Harpagophytum procumbens [Pedaliacae] secondary root aqueous extract on rat isolated uterus. Afr J Trad CAM 2006;3(1):82-89.

When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if devil's claw is safe or what the side effects might be. Pregnancy: Devil's claw is possibly unsafe when used during pregnancy. It might harm the developing fetus. Avoid use. Chrubasik S and Eisenberg E. Treatment of rheumatic pain with Kampo medicine in Europe. The Pain Clinic 1999;11:171. Teut, M. and Warning, A. [Bone metastases in breast carcinoma]. Forsch Komplement.Med (2006.) 2006;13(1):46-48. View abstract. More high-quality studies are needed, but current research suggests that devil’s claw may be effective at reducing pain associated with osteoarthritis.There are also specific exercises that you can do. Walking, swimming, yoga and pilates can be helpful, and exercises that help with posture, muscle tone, balance, and joint mobility can help in both the short and long term, while also potentially relieving stress and tension. Mahomed IM, Ojewole JAO. Oxytocin-like effect of Harpagophytum procumbens [Pedaliacae] secondary root aqueous extract on rat isolated uterus. Afr J Trad CAM 2006;3:82-89. Stomach ulcers: Production of acid in the stomach can increase with the use of devil’s claw, which may aggravate peptic ulcers. Spelman, K., Burns, J., Nichols, D., Winters, N., Ottersberg, S., and Tenborg, M. Modulation of cytokine expression by traditional medicines: a review of herbal immunomodulators. Altern.Med.Rev. 2006;11:128-150. View abstract.

After 2 days of using this 3 times a day for the first time since I can remember I woke up with out any pain in my feet, I am amazed that after spending so many years in pain I now with regular use have at least a 70% reduction in pain and most days can now walk without limping.Most commonly devil’s claw is used for pain relief relating to muscles and joints. What’s the history of devil’s claw? Baghdikian, B., Guiraud-Dauriac, H., Ollivier, E., N'Guyen, A., Dumenil, G., and Balansard, G. Formation of nitrogen-containing metabolites from the main iridoids of Harpagophytum procumbens and H. zeyheri by human intestinal bacteria. Planta Med 1999;65(2):164-166. View abstract. Similarly, a 2-month study in 42 individuals with chronic osteoarthritis found that supplementing daily with devil’s claw in combination with turmeric and bromelain, which are thought to have anti-inflammatory effects as well, reduced pain by an average 46% ( 18). Summary

Ernst, E. and Chrubasik, S. Phyto-anti-inflammatories. A systematic review of randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind trials. Rheum.Dis Clin North Am 2000;26:13-27, vii. View abstract.

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Soulimani R, Younos C, Mortier F, Derrieu C. The role of stomachal digestion on the pharmacological activity of plant extracts, using as an example extracts of Harpagophytum procumbens. Can J Physiol Pharmacol 1994;72:1532-6. View abstract. How long will it take before I experience a benefit for my joints if I am using Atrosan ® Devil’s Claw?