Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Guelder rose (Viburnum opulus) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine, especially for its perceived benefits in supporting the female reproductive system. Traditionally, the bark, also known as "cramp bark," has been used by herbalists to relieve menstrual cramps, uterine spasms, and other discomforts associated with menstruation and childbirth. The use of guelder rose for these purposes appears in various European and North American herbal traditions. It is often prepared as a decoction or tincture and valued for its supposed antispasmodic and muscle-relaxant properties, particularly on smooth muscle tissue such as that of the uterus.

Despite its traditional use, modern scientific validation is limited. A few in vitro and animal studies suggest that extracts of Viburnum opulus may have muscle relaxant effects, potentially supporting its traditional applications. However, robust clinical trials in humans are lacking, and its mechanisms of action remain inadequately characterized. The evidence therefore remains primarily historical and anecdotal rather than rigorously scientific. In conclusion, while guelder rose is traditionally used to support the reproductive system, especially for menstrual and uterine discomforts, scientific validation is minimal, and its efficacy has not been conclusively established by modern research.

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