topicPine Bark Extract Supplement Circulation Randomized Trial
claimResults For all plant substances investigated, there are reports of anti-inflammatory or immunological effects in vitro and/or in animal models; however, the evidence for a clinically relevant benefit is very limited.
evidence level2
citationKeyßer G (2026)
source[Recommendations of the German Society for Rheumatology committee for complementary treatment and nutrition on phytotherapy : Supplement on the use of selected phytotherapeutic agents and herbal preparations in rheumatology: extension to include 13 medicinal plants].
topicPine Bark Extract Supplement Circulation Randomized Trial
claimConclusion The scientific analysis of a second series of herbal preparations has also shown that the confirmed value of phytotherapy for the field is limited; however, for the rheumatological practice a differentiated consideration is needed for the herbal preparations presented here.
evidence level2
citationKeyßer G (2026)
source[Recommendations of the German Society for Rheumatology committee for complementary treatment and nutrition on phytotherapy : Supplement on the use of selected phytotherapeutic agents and herbal preparations in rheumatology: extension to include 13 medicinal plants].
topicPine Bark Extract Supplement Circulation Randomized Trial
claimIntroduction Medicinal plants and their preparations are of great interest to many patients with rheumatic diseases.
evidence level2
citationKeyßer G (2026)
source[Recommendations of the German Society for Rheumatology committee for complementary treatment and nutrition on phytotherapy : Supplement on the use of selected phytotherapeutic agents and herbal preparations in rheumatology: extension to include 13 medicinal plants].
topicPine Bark Extract Supplement Circulation Randomized Trial
claimIn 2023 the German Society for Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology (DGRh) Committee for Complementary Medicine and Nutrition (KHE) began reviewing the scientific literature on selected phytotherapeutic agents and herbal preparations and examining their potential applications in rheumatology.
evidence level2
citationKeyßer G (2026)
source[Recommendations of the German Society for Rheumatology committee for complementary treatment and nutrition on phytotherapy : Supplement on the use of selected phytotherapeutic agents and herbal preparations in rheumatology: extension to include 13 medicinal plants].