Krill oil for knee osteoarthritis: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Knee osteoarthritis, a prevalent musculoskeletal disorder, significantly impacts global health and quality of life. Unfortunately, there is no disease modifying osteoarthritis drugs until now. Krill oil is being explored as a potential alternative, however its efficacy in managing knee symptoms remains unclear. Therefore, the meta-analysis of krill oil in knee osteoarthritis would be interesting and useful.

Methods

We conducted a systematic search of PubMed, Cochrane Library, Embase, and Web of Science databases from their inception through November 28, 2024, employing predefined search terms, including "krill oil" and "knee osteoarthritis." We included all relevant randomized controlled trials to ensure a comprehensive analysis. Visual analog scale and Western On

SUBMITTER: Meng J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11835064 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature