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Effectiveness of Peloid Therapy in Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Controlled Trial

rct Grade A 2007
Authors: Karagülle, M., Karagülle, M.Z.
Journal: Rheumatology International 27 (6) : 521–527
DOI: 10.1007/s00296-006-0253-9

Key Findings

  • Peloid therapy showed significant improvement in WOMAC pain and function scores vs. control
  • Effects sustained at 3-month follow-up
  • Thermal and chemical properties of peloid contributed to therapeutic effect

Randomized controlled trial comparing peloid (peat/mud) therapy to hot pack therapy for knee osteoarthritis. 60 patients randomized to peloid or control group, treated daily for 2 weeks. Peloid group showed significantly greater improvement in WOMAC pain, stiffness, and function scores. Effects were maintained at 3-month follow-up, suggesting sustained benefit beyond the thermal component alone. One of the stronger RCTs supporting peat-based peloid therapy for musculoskeletal conditions.

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