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Primary Research · 2019

Effect of collagen supplementation on osteoarthritis symptoms: a meta-analysis of randomized placebo-controlled trials

García-Coronado JM, Martínez-Olvera L, Elizondo-Omaña RE, et al. · International Orthopaedics, 2019

Key finding

Meta-analysis of 5 RCTs (n=519) found collagen hydrolysate reduced WOMAC stiffness and pain scores in osteoarthritis — small but significant effect supporting its use for joint support.

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https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30368550/

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