Stinging nettle poultice for knee pain in young athletes
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests a plant-based poultice (a soft, wet dressing) made from stinging nettle to see if it safely helps relieve knee pain in young athletes with Osgood-Schlatter disease. It may offer a natural option for managing pain without medication.
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Who can take part
- Male children between 7 and 15 years old
- Play sports regularly (like football)
- Doctor-diagnosed Osgood-Schlatter disease
- No known allergy to stinging nettle (Urtica dioica)
- No skin problems or open wounds on the knees
- Not currently taking anti-inflammatory medications (like ibuprofen)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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