Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Teasel (commonly Dipsacus fullonum or Dipsacus sylvestris) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly in Europe and parts of Asia. In folk medicine, teasel root has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including musculoskeletal complaints such as backache, joint pain, and general stiffness. There are references in traditional Chinese medicine (where Dipsacus asper is known as Xu Duan) to its use for "tonifying the liver and kidneys" and "strengthening bones and tendons," which may be interpreted as addressing back pain or weakness. Despite these historical uses, there is little to no robust scientific evidence supporting its effectiveness for backache. Modern clinical studies are lacking, and the available research primarily focuses on its potential antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory properties rather than its impact on musculoskeletal pain. Thus, while teasel is traditionally used to support backache, the evidence base is weak, with most support coming from anecdotal use rather than rigorous scientific validation.

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