A critical scoping review of external uses of comfrey (Symphytum spp.)
Meta-analysis / review
Abstract
A critical scoping review of the external (topical) uses of comfrey (Symphytum spp.) summarised the clinical evidence for comfrey preparations in pain, inflammation and musculoskeletal complaints such as sprains, bruises and osteoarthritis.
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How to cite
Frost, R., MacPherson, H. and O'Meara, S (2013) 'A critical scoping review of external uses of comfrey (Symphytum spp.)', Complementary Therapies in Medicine, 21(6), pp. 724-745. doi:10.1016/j.ctim.2013.09.009
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