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Healing Cartilage with Boswellia Extract in Special Gels to Reduce Inflammation
Jim Crocker
23rd July, 2024
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Key Findings
- The study developed a new hydrogel incorporating Boswellia serrata extract (BSE) to treat osteoarthritis
- The hydrogel showed enhanced mechanical stability and sustained release of BSE
- The hydrogel reduced inflammation and promoted cartilage repair by supporting stem cell growth and chondrogenesis
References
Main Study
1) Effectiveness of gellan gum scaffolds loaded with Boswellia serrata extract for in-situ modulation of pro-inflammatory pathways affecting cartilage healing.
Published 20th July, 2024
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.134079
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