Abstract:Background
Sigesbeckia glabrescens Makino (SG) has been traditionally used for rheumatism and joint protection. However, the anti-arthritic effects and underling mechanisms of SG have not been demonstrated. In this study, we investigated the anti-arthritic effects and mechanisms of SG extract (SGE) on collagen-induced arthritic rats and interleukin (IL)- 1β-stimulated human synovial SW982 cells.
Methods
Rats were induced to arthritis by collagen for 15 days and then received SGE treatment for 35 days. The b… Show more
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