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Also known as- Harpagophytum procumbens.
Introduction
Devil's claw is native to South Africa, named because of its peculiar appearance. Its claw-like roots are used in medicines after they are chopped and allowed to dry in the sun for at least 3 days.
The tribal herbal traditions of South Africa employed devil's claw to relieve pain and stimulate digestion. Devil's claw is one of the bitterest of all herbs, making a very good digestive stimulant. English and Dutch explorers traded for devil claw and sold it in Europe as a popular remedy for arthritis. Devil's Claw is named for its blossoms that turn into thorny pods with hook like projections, resembling claws.
It is found in the harsh Kalahari Desert of southern Africa and is used by natives for many purposes.
Herbalists consider devil's claw a nutritional aid for the structural and immune systems.
This valuable plant has been found effective in the treatment of some cases of arthritis. This action appears to be due to the presence of a glycoside called harpagoside that reduces inflammation in the joints. This plant also aids in liver and gall-bladder complaints.
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Constituents
Aluminum, calcium, chlorogenic acid, chromium, harpagide, kaempferol, luteolin, magnesium, oleanolic acid, selenium, tin, zinc.
Parts Used
Sun dried tuber. Most prefer secondary tuber, and this is the form offered by Mountain Rose Herbs.
Typical Preparations
Capsules, tinctures, teas.
Summary
Devil's claw offers slow but sure relief of joint pain caused by both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, and it can also relieve muscle pain and enhance mobility for people with either arthritis or muscle injuries. Scientists donÍt know exactly how devil's claw works, other than that it is not a COX-2 inhibitor like Celebrex or Vioxx, and therefore is not potentially injurious to the heart. Arthritis who take devil's claw usually find that they can taper off other pain remedies.
Precautions
Don't use devil's claw if you take Coumadin (warfarin) or Plavix. Tell your surgeon you have been taking devil's claw before you have surgery. Safety during pregnancy has not been established. Not recommended for those who suffer from stomach inflammation, ulcers, or digestive disorders.
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