External therapy of traditional Chinese medicine for rheumatoid arthritis: An overview of systematic reviews

Key Points

• External therapy shows promise in improving treatment outcomes for rheumatoid arthritis, highlighting its potential benefits.
• The review covers various approaches within traditional Chinese medicine and their effects on rheumatoid arthritis.
• Analysis of systematic reviews identifies consistent evidence supporting the use of these therapies in managing arthritis symptoms.
• Further research might be necessary to confirm these findings and understand the full potential of traditional methods.