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Turmeric for Patients With Basal Joint Arthritis
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital
Summary
The aim of this study is to assess whether the use of a commercially available nutraceutical, turmeric, is an effective option to manage pain and stiffness in patients with basal joint arthritis. To conduct a pilot Randomized Controlled Trial evaluating the impact of turmeric on basal joint arthritis.
Official title: A Randomized Controlled Trial Using Turmeric for Patients With Basal Joint Arthritis
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
40 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2017-08-09
Completion Date
2028-01
Last Updated
2025-11-24
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Turmeric
Subjects will receive turmeric (100 mg pastille) 3 times per day for 6 weeks.
Placebo
Subjects in the control group will receive a placebo 3 times per day for 6 weeks.
Locations (1)
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, United States