Xuanqi Jiangu Tablets Combined with Kinesiology Tape in the Treatment of Early-to-Mid-stage Knee Osteoarthritis

February 1, 2026Guangming Journal of Chinese Medicine

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To observe the clinical efficacy and safety of Xuanqi Jiangu tablets combined with kinesiology tape for early-to-mid-stage knee osteoarthritis.
Study with 60 patients suffering from knee osteoarthritis, divided into treatment and control groups.
Both groups received oral Xuanqi Jiangu tablets, while the treatment group additionally received kinesiology tape for 4 weeks.
Outcomes measured included VAS scores, WOMAC scores, and safety indicators at baseline, and after 2 and 4 weeks of treatment.
The treatment group showed a significantly higher total effective rate compared to the control group (P<0.05).
VAS scores, WOMAC total scores, and TCM symptom scores in the treatment group were lower than in the control group at 2 and 4 weeks (P<0.05).
Safety indicators showed fewer adverse reactions in the treatment group.

Demonstrates improved pain relief and function in early-to-mid-stage knee osteoarthritis patients, indicating a promising treatment option.

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