Evidence supporting the use of: Boswellic Acid
For the health condition: Bursitis

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Boswellic acid, derived from the resin of the Boswellia serrata tree (commonly known as Indian frankincense), has a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for various inflammatory conditions. Bursitis, an inflammation of the bursae (fluid-filled sacs that cushion joints), is among the ailments for which Boswellia has been traditionally recommended, primarily due to its perceived anti-inflammatory properties. The resin, and by extension boswellic acids, have been used in India and surrounding regions for centuries to address joint pain and swelling, though not always specifically termed as "bursitis."

From a scientific perspective, boswellic acids have shown anti-inflammatory activity in vitro and in animal models, partly by inhibiting 5-lipoxygenase, an enzyme involved in leukotriene synthesis and inflammation. Limited clinical studies suggest Boswellia extracts may help alleviate symptoms in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, both inflammatory joint conditions. However, direct clinical evidence for the efficacy of boswellic acid in treating bursitis specifically is lacking. Most human studies focus on arthritis or general joint pain, not bursitis as a distinct diagnosis. Thus, while its use is rooted in traditional practice for inflammatory joint conditions, robust scientific validation for bursitis per se is currently limited.

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