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Sweet Violet (Viola odorata) as a tool for helping with Arthritis / joint pain
inferred from anti-inflammatory action
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1 source supporting Sweet Violet for Arthritis / joint pain. Includes scientific publications, books, monographs and traditional-use references.
Mechanistic basis
This use is associated with the plant's anti-inflammatory action. Further evidence for that pharmacology:
This critical review of sweet violet (Viola odorata) summarises its phytochemistry and pharmacology and its multiple uses in traditional Persian medicine, including demulcent, expectorant, anti-inflammatory and sedative applications for respiratory and nervous complaints.
In a randomized triple-blind placebo-controlled trial, topical Viola odorata oil produced a mild antipyretic effect for fever in children, supporting a soothing, anti-inflammatory application of sweet violet.