Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for joint pain.
Disease symptoms: Stiffness, swelling, tenderness, limping
Ingredients: 100 g bark of Munga (
Moringa oleifera Lam), 100 g fruits of Jeera (
Cuminum cyminum L.) and 250 ml Coconut oil.
Preparation: Crush both the plant ingredients and boil them in Coconut oil.
Dosage/Application: Massage the prepared decoction on the affected joint twice daily till relief.
Ingredients'
availability: The plants are available in nearby places. Coconut oil is available in the local market.
Suggested Reading(s):
Mahajan, S. G., Mali, R. G., & Mehta, A. A. (2007). Protective effect of ethanolic extract of seeds of Moringa oleifera Lam. against inflammation associated with development of arthritis in rats. Journal of immunotoxicology, 4(1), 39-47.
Wei, J., Zhang, X., Bi, Y., Miao, R., Zhang, Z., & Su, H. (2015). Anti-inflammatory effects of cumin essential oil by blocking JNK, ERK, and NF-?B signaling pathways in LPS-stimulated RAW 264.7 Cells. Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM, 2015, 474509.
