Oral NSAIDs and Glucocorticoids Effective Against Hand Osteoarthritis: BMJ
Written By : Jacinthlyn Sylvia
Medically Reviewed By : Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli
Published On 2023-10-14 04:45 GMT | Update On 2023-10-14 06:29 GMT
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A comprehensive analysis published in the British Medical Journal highlights the effectiveness of oral NSAIDs and glucocorticoids as pharmacological interventions for hand osteoarthritis (OA). While other treatments such as intra-articular therapies and topical NSAIDs showed some promise, they did not outperform placebos.
The research involved an extensive review of 72 trials with 7609 participants, aimed to assess the comparative benefits of these treatments. The study was conducted until December 26, 2021, systematically combed through databases, including Embase, MEDLINE, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials. It encompassed randomized trials of pharmacological interventions designed for individuals with hand OA.
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