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Study on the effectiveness of treatment with marine products

Sung Ryul Shim et al.

November 2023

Peat & healing mud

Thalasso treatment

The aim of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of marine-derived resources in the treatment of specific conditions and to identify optimal treatment methods. Fifteen eligible studies with 1325 participants aged 42.7-63.0 years were included. Different types of treatment were analyzed, and significant improvements in osteoarthritis severity, osteoarthritis pain, fibromyalgia pain, and quality of life were found.

A subgroup analysis showed greater efficacy with sun exposure in combination with seawater and additional therapies such as mud packs and sulphur pool therapy. The results suggest that seawater therapy shows promise in treating chronic skin problems, relieving musculoskeletal pain and improving the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal pain.

The most important information on the study at a glance

Indications: Marine products, skin diseases, musculoskeletal system
Institution: Department of Biomedical Informatics, College of Medicine, Konyang University, Daejeon 35365, South Korea
Title: Study on the effectiveness of treatment with marine products
Brief description: Study shows that marine products improve osteoarthritis pain and quality of life in chronic musculoskeletal complaints.
Original title: Unveiling the Therapeutic Potential and Healthcare Applications of Marine Therapy: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis and Meta-Regression
Link to the study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38132925/