The effectiveness and application of Urtica dioica (stinging nettle) for musculoskeletal disorders: a systematic review and meta-analysis

• Main Authors: Ahmad Zawawi, Sahira Syamimi, Zamli, Zaitunnatakhin, Saad, Nurulwahida
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: IIUM Press, International Islamic University Malaysia 2023
• Subjects: R Medicine (General)
• Online Access: http://irep.iium.edu.my/106781/7/106781_The%20effectiveness%20and%20application%20of%20Urtica%20dioica.pdf; http://irep.iium.edu.my/106781/; https://journals.iium.edu.my/ijahs/index.php/IJAHS/article/view/755
• Institution: Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are injuries of muscles, bones, tendons, joints, and ligaments commonly treated with medications like non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and analgesic. However, undesired adverse effects with prolonged use have been reported. Urtica dioica (stinging nettle) has be...