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ARTHRITIS

Davis, Robert H., Leitner, Mark G., Russo, Joseph M., & Matro, Nicholas P. (1987). Biological activity of Aloe vera. Med. Sci. Res, 15, 235.

Abstract: Our laboratory has shown that Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis) was effective against adjuvant induced arthritis. There are no known side effects of the plant gel. In the present study, we attempted to show the comparative biological activity of Aloe vera as measured by standard anti-inflammatory tests: polymorphonuclear leukocyte infiltration, mustard induced edema, anti-fibrosis and wound healing.

Hanley, Denice C., Solomon, William A. B., Saffran, Barry, & Davis, Robert H. (PhD). (1982, June). The evaluation of natural substances in the treatment of adjuvant arthritis. Journal of the American Podiatry Association,72(6), 275-284.

Abstract: This work may provide effective treatment modalities for preventing and treating rheumatoid arthritis.

The Aloe Vera Information Centre. (N.D.). Aloe vera and digestion, irritable bowel and arthritis. Positive Health.

Abstract: Aloe is now widely used to help a variety of conditions of the digestive tract. Aloe vera may be taken both internally as a juice or as a gel applied to the painful joint.

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