Angelica gigas Nakai, also known as Korean angelica, has a long history of use in traditional Korean and East Asian medicine. It is commonly used for a variety of conditions, including supporting women's health, improving circulation, and managing pain. In the context of joint health and the musculoskeletal system, Angelica gigas is sometimes included in herbal formulations intended to alleviate symptoms of rheumatism, arthritis, and general joint discomfort. These uses are primarily based on historical and empirical evidence from traditional medicine, rather than on robust modern scientific validation.

The root contains active compounds such as decursin and decursinol angelate, which have been studied for their anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects in cell and animal models. However, direct clinical evidence supporting Angelica gigas specifically for joint health in humans is currently limited. Most available studies have focused on its general anti-inflammatory properties, not specifically on joint diseases like osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. Thus, current support for its use in joint health is rooted in traditional usage, with limited scientific corroboration.