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A new curcuma extract (flexofytol(R)) in osteoarthritis: results from a belgian real-life experience.
Appelboom, Thierry; MAES, Nathalie; Albert, Adelin
2014In Open Rheumatology Journal, 8, p. 77-81
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Keywords :
Curcumin; osteoarthritis; real life experience
Abstract :
[en] This retrospective observational study summarizes the experiences of 820 patients treated with a new Curcuma extract (Flexofytol(R), 4-6 capsules per day), for more than 6 months for various forms of painful osteoarthritis. These experiences were reported by 110 Belgian general practitioners via a questionnaire that included quality-of-life parameters for assessing patient experience. Data were submitted to an independent statistician for analysis. Within the first 6 weeks, Flexofytol(R) improved patient pain, articular mobility, and quality of life. Excellent tolerance was reported, and more than half of these patients were able to discontinue analgaesic and anti-inflammatory drugs. Patient satisfaction was confirmed by their decision to maintain Flexofytol(R) therapy for more than 6 months. These data must be confirmed with randomized controlled studies. We currently conclude that Flexofytol(R) which is based on a new preparation of curcumin, is as a potential neutraceutical for the care of patients complaining of joint problems, with excellent tolerance and rapid benefits for articular mobility, pain, and quality of life.
Disciplines :
Rheumatology
Author, co-author :
Appelboom, Thierry;  Cliniques Universitaires de Bruxelles - Hôpital Erasme
MAES, Nathalie ;  Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Liège - CHU > Service des informations médico économiques (SIME)
Albert, Adelin  ;  Université de Liège > Département des sciences de la santé publique > Département des sciences de la santé publique
Language :
English
Title :
A new curcuma extract (flexofytol(R)) in osteoarthritis: results from a belgian real-life experience.
Publication date :
October 2014
Journal title :
Open Rheumatology Journal
eISSN :
1874-3129
Publisher :
Bentham Science Publishers, United Arab Emirates
Volume :
8
Pages :
77-81
Peer reviewed :
Peer reviewed
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