目的:观察通痹方内服加熏蒸治疗膝关节骨性关节炎的临床疗效。方法:将74例膝关节骨性关节炎患者,按照随机数字表法随机分为两组。对照组给予塞来昔布胶囊(辉瑞制药有限公司,批号H20120353)100 mg,1 d 2次,口服。治疗组给予通痹方(黄芪...目的:观察通痹方内服加熏蒸治疗膝关节骨性关节炎的临床疗效。方法:将74例膝关节骨性关节炎患者,按照随机数字表法随机分为两组。对照组给予塞来昔布胶囊(辉瑞制药有限公司,批号H20120353)100 mg,1 d 2次,口服。治疗组给予通痹方(黄芪、赤芍、当归、川芎、地龙、生地黄、炙甘草、柴胡、桃仁、红花、乳香、五灵脂、羌活、秦艽、川牛膝)早、晚各1次,水煎服;晚间服药后水煮药渣,将患侧膝关节伸置于药盆上方进行熏蒸,每次治疗30 min,1 d 1次。两组均治疗2周为1个疗程,2个疗程后判定疗效。结果:治疗组临床治愈21例,显效10例,有效5例,无效2例,有效率为94.73%;对照组临床治愈13例,显效9例,有效4例,无效10例,有效率为72.2%。两组对比,差别有统计学意义(P<0.01)。结论:通痹方内服加熏蒸治疗膝关节骨性关节炎疗效确切。展开更多
Objective:To observe the clinical effect of a modified Simiao Tang (加味四妙汤 Modified Decoction of Four Wonderful Drugs) for gouty arthritis and its influence on uric acid in blood. Methods: 120 cases of gouty arthr...Objective:To observe the clinical effect of a modified Simiao Tang (加味四妙汤 Modified Decoction of Four Wonderful Drugs) for gouty arthritis and its influence on uric acid in blood. Methods: 120 cases of gouty arthritis were randomly divided into the treatment group and control group with 60 cases in each group. Modified Simiao Tang (MST) was orally administered to the patients in the treatment group and allopurinol tablet was orally administered to the patients in the control group. The clinical effects of two groups were evaluated after one-week treatment and uric acid (UA) and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels in blood were determined after 1-month treatment. Results: The total effective rate in the treatment group was significantly higher than in the control group, 86.7% vs. 68.3% (P< 0.01). And the treatment group was also significantly better than the control group in decreasing UA and CRP (P<0.05 or P<0.01). Conclusions: MST can significantly improve the symptoms and signs of gouty arthritis and decrease the levels of UA and CRP. It is good for gouty arthritis.展开更多
Objective: The aim of this retrospective investigation was to explore the influence of femoral osteoporosis on short-term curative effects ofcementless hip arthroplasty and to evaluate the femoral metaphyseal bone mi...Objective: The aim of this retrospective investigation was to explore the influence of femoral osteoporosis on short-term curative effects ofcementless hip arthroplasty and to evaluate the femoral metaphyseal bone mineral density (BMD) for femoral osteoporosis in order to guide prosthesis choice and rehabilitation. Methods: We performed 127 total arthroplasty operations between June 1999 to February 2003 and investigated 49 cementless hip replacements with the Metalcancellous cementless Lubeck Ⅱ system being used in all hips. There were twenty men and twenty-nine women whose mean age at the time of the operation was 60 years (range, 52-81 years). The patients were divided into osteoporosis or normal groups according to the femoral metaphyseal BMD measured preoperatively. The average duration of follow-up was 30 months (range, 8-52 months). We evaluated all of the patients from a clinical standpoint with use of a standard-terminology questionnaire with respect to the short-term curative effects and patients' satisfaction. Hip pain status and functional ability were important indicators of treatment efficacy. Results: Harris hip score and patients' satisfaction in femoral osteoporosis patients who underwent noncemented hip arthroplasty were lower (P=0.004, P=0.03) while the incidence of thigh pain was higher (P=0.03) than the patients with non-osteoporosis. Conclusion: The higher incidence of pain, as well as the decrease in function experienced by the patients in osteoporosis group, supports the case that cementless arthroplasty is not a better choice for those patients and that we had better select prosthesis based on the femoral metaphyseal BMD.展开更多
We have successfully developed Fengshi Xiandan (风湿仙丹) and used it to treat 53 cases of rheumatoid arthritis (RA),with indomethacin used to treat another 53 cases of RA as the controls.The results showed that the r...We have successfully developed Fengshi Xiandan (风湿仙丹) and used it to treat 53 cases of rheumatoid arthritis (RA),with indomethacin used to treat another 53 cases of RA as the controls.The results showed that the rate of cure and obvious effect was 54.7% and the total effective rate was 92.4% in the treatment group,as compared to 26.4% and 66.0% respectively in the control group,with an obvious difference in curative effect between the two groups (P<0.01).The improvement of all the main clinical symptoms and signs except arthralgia in the treatment group was superior to that in the control group (P<0.05 or P<0.01). The improvement of erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR),rheumatoid factor (RF),C-reaction protein (CRP), immunoglobulin (Ig),T-lymphocyte subgroups,micro-circulation in nail fold,and red blood cell (RBC) and hemoglobin (Hb) of anemia patients in the treatment group was superior to that in the control group (P<0.05 or P<0.01).There was an obvious difference (P<0.05 or P<0.01) in superoxide dismutase (SOD) of RBC and lipid peroxide (LPO) of plasma before treatment in the two groups as compared to normal group (P<0.05 or P<0.01).The level of SOD and LPO after treatment in the treatment group obviously tended to normal as compared to that befbre treatment (P<0.05 or P<0.01).The reduction of LPO in the treatment group was obviously superior to that in the control group (P<0.01).The result shows that Fengshi Xiandan (风湿仙丹) with an obvious curative effect on RA can not only control the symptoms of RA but also improve its pathologic damage and prevent its development.展开更多
The purpose of this work was to explore the feasibility of ethosomes for improving the anti-arthritic efficacy of topically administered tetrandrine, a bisbenzylisoquinoline alkaloid. Ethosomes were prepared by using ...The purpose of this work was to explore the feasibility of ethosomes for improving the anti-arthritic efficacy of topically administered tetrandrine, a bisbenzylisoquinoline alkaloid. Ethosomes were prepared by using the transmembrane pH-gradient loading method and characterized by mean diameter, morphology and entrapment efficiency. The prepared tetrandrine-loaded ethosomes exhibited spherical shape with about 78 nm of average diameter and entrapment efficiency of (52.87±3.81)%, whereas the liposomes had bigger size (99 nm) and higher entrapment efficiency (98.80±0.01)%. In addition, ethosomes exhibited favorable and enhanced penetration behavior as compared with liposomes. More importantly, tetrandrine-loaded ethosomes had a significantly better anti-adjuvant arthritis efficacy in rats compared to liposomes formulation, but no significant difference in the anti-arthritic efficacy between tetrandrine-loaded ethosomes and commercial dexamethasone ointment was observed. These results suggest that ethosomes would be a promising nanocarrier for topical delivery of tetrandrine across skin.展开更多
OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to determine whether acupuncture is effective in reducing pain and swelling around the knee and improving range of motion(ROM) during the post-acute phase of rehabilitation afte...OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to determine whether acupuncture is effective in reducing pain and swelling around the knee and improving range of motion(ROM) during the post-acute phase of rehabilitation after total knee arthroplasty(TKA).METHODS:Following TKA,80 knees in 80 patients were randomly assigned to either an acupuncture treatment group(Group A) or a control group(Group C).In Group A,the complementary treatment of acupuncture was performed three times/week from postoperative day 7 until postoperative day 21.Outcome measures were:i) pain as assessed by a visual analog scale;ii) reduction of swelling around the knee as indicated by its circumference at the center of the patella;and iii) ROM of the affected knee.RESULTS:Group A patients had significantly reduced pain and swelling around the knees and earlier recovery of ROM than did those in Group C.CONCLUSION:Acupuncture provides effective treatment during the post-acute phase of rehabilitation after TKA with respect to pain relief,reduction of swelling around the knee,and early recovery of ROM.展开更多
Objective: To observe theclinical effect of tuina reduction manipulation on leg length discrepancy and lumbosacral pain due to sacroiliac joint subluxation. Methods: A total of 60eligible cases were randomly alloca...Objective: To observe theclinical effect of tuina reduction manipulation on leg length discrepancy and lumbosacral pain due to sacroiliac joint subluxation. Methods: A total of 60eligible cases were randomly allocated into an observation group and a control group, 30 in each group. Cases in the observation group were treated with conventional tuina plus reduction manipulation of sacroiliac joint subluxation; whereas cases in the control group were treated with conventional tuina plus acupuncture. The clinical effects were observed after 10 times of treatment. In addition, the relapse rates were observed 2 months after treatment. Results: The total effective rate in the observation group was 80.0%, versus 50.0% in the control group, showing a statistically significant difference (P&lt;0.05). The relapse rate of lumbosacral pain in the observation group was 12.5%, versus 66.7% in the control group, showing a statistically significant difference (P&lt;0.01). The relapse rate of leg length discrepancy in the observation group was 16.7%, versus 80.0% in the control group, showing a statistically significant difference (P&lt;0.01). Conclusion: Tuina reduction manipulation can obtain substantial therapeutic effect for leg length discrepancy and lumbosacral pain due to sacroiliac joint subluxation, coupled with a low relapse rate.展开更多
Objective: To observe the curative effect of high-frequency electric sparkle and point-injection therapy (HESPT) on knee osteoarthritis (KOA). Methods: Two hundred and five patients were randomly divided into a warmin...Objective: To observe the curative effect of high-frequency electric sparkle and point-injection therapy (HESPT) on knee osteoarthritis (KOA). Methods: Two hundred and five patients were randomly divided into a warming needle moxibustion group (68 cases), a HESPT group (68 cases) and a point-injection group (69 cases). In the warming needle moxibustion group, the main points of Xuehai (SP 10), Neixiyan (EX-LE4), Waixiyan (EX-LE5), Dubi (ST 35), Zusanli (ST 36) and Yanglingquan (GB 34), and the adjunct points of Yinlingquan (SP 9) and Sanyinjiao (SP 6), on the affected side, were chosen for stimulation. In the HESPT group, tenderness points, the main points of Liangqiu (ST 34), Xuehai (SP 10), Neixiyan (EX-LE4), Waixiyan (EX-LE5) and Zusanli (ST 36), and the adjunct points of Yinlingquan (SP 9), Weizhong (BL 40) and Chengshan (BL 57), were chosen. After proper manipulation, Corydalis decumbens Pers. liquid was injected into the points and a high-frequency electric sparkle was applied to stimulate the needles for 30 seconds. In the point-injection group, point injection was performed with the same method, but the patients did not receive electric stimulation. The Western Ontario and McMaster University Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC), the Lysholm Knee Score Scale (LKSS) and the ROM (Range of Motion) scale were used to evaluate the severity of KOA and the function of knee joints before treatment and 4 weeks after treatment. Finally, the Nimodipine method was used to assess the total curative effect. Results: After HESPT treatment, the scores for pain, morning stiffness and swelling were significantly lower (P<0.01) and LKSS index and ROM were much higher (P<0.01 and P<0.05 respectively) compared to the two other groups. The obviously effective rate and total effective rate were also significantly higher in the HESPT group than in the two other groups (P<0.01 or P<0.05). Conclusion: HESPT can improve joint function in KOA patients, and the curative effect is better than for warming needle moxibustion or point-injection only.展开更多
Objective:To observe the therapeutic effect of blood-letting cupping plus herbal medicine for acute gouty arthritis.Methods:The 34 cases of acute gouty arthritis were treated by blood-letting cupping plus herbal medic...Objective:To observe the therapeutic effect of blood-letting cupping plus herbal medicine for acute gouty arthritis.Methods:The 34 cases of acute gouty arthritis were treated by blood-letting cupping plus herbal medicine.Results:21 cases were cured and 13 cases improved.Conclusion:The therapeutic effect of this therapy was satisfactory for gouty arthritis.展开更多
OBJECTIVE: To observe the curative effect of Huqian Wan on liver and kidney-Yin deficiency knee osteoarthritis(KOA).METHODS: One hundred patients were randomly divided into a treatment(50 patients) and control group(5...OBJECTIVE: To observe the curative effect of Huqian Wan on liver and kidney-Yin deficiency knee osteoarthritis(KOA).METHODS: One hundred patients were randomly divided into a treatment(50 patients) and control group(50 patients). In the treatment group, patients orally took the Chinese medicine Huqian Wan. Control group patients orally took Votalin, 75 mg, once a day, for 8 weeks. The visual analog scale(VAS), Western Ontario and Mc Master University Osteoarthritis Index(WOMAC), and Medical Outcomes Study Short Form 36-Item Health Survey(SF36) were used to evaluate the curative effect before treatment and after 8 and 16 weeks of treatment.RESULTS: VAS and WOMAC scores significantly decreased and SF 36 scores significantly increased after treatment in both groups compared with before treatment(P < 0.05). There were significant differences in VAS, WOMAC, and SF 36 score changes between the two groups at week 16(P < 0.05).There was a significant increase in VAS and WOMAC scores in the control groups(P < 0.05) between weeks 8 and 16, but no significant difference was found in the treatment group(P > 0.05).CONCLUSION: Huqian Wan could effectively improve the clinical symptoms and quality of life in patients with KOA. It could also have a better and longer lasting curative effect without obvious adverse events compared with Votalin.展开更多
文摘目的:观察通痹方内服加熏蒸治疗膝关节骨性关节炎的临床疗效。方法:将74例膝关节骨性关节炎患者,按照随机数字表法随机分为两组。对照组给予塞来昔布胶囊(辉瑞制药有限公司,批号H20120353)100 mg,1 d 2次,口服。治疗组给予通痹方(黄芪、赤芍、当归、川芎、地龙、生地黄、炙甘草、柴胡、桃仁、红花、乳香、五灵脂、羌活、秦艽、川牛膝)早、晚各1次,水煎服;晚间服药后水煮药渣,将患侧膝关节伸置于药盆上方进行熏蒸,每次治疗30 min,1 d 1次。两组均治疗2周为1个疗程,2个疗程后判定疗效。结果:治疗组临床治愈21例,显效10例,有效5例,无效2例,有效率为94.73%;对照组临床治愈13例,显效9例,有效4例,无效10例,有效率为72.2%。两组对比,差别有统计学意义(P<0.01)。结论:通痹方内服加熏蒸治疗膝关节骨性关节炎疗效确切。
文摘Objective:To observe the clinical effect of a modified Simiao Tang (加味四妙汤 Modified Decoction of Four Wonderful Drugs) for gouty arthritis and its influence on uric acid in blood. Methods: 120 cases of gouty arthritis were randomly divided into the treatment group and control group with 60 cases in each group. Modified Simiao Tang (MST) was orally administered to the patients in the treatment group and allopurinol tablet was orally administered to the patients in the control group. The clinical effects of two groups were evaluated after one-week treatment and uric acid (UA) and C-reactive protein (CRP) levels in blood were determined after 1-month treatment. Results: The total effective rate in the treatment group was significantly higher than in the control group, 86.7% vs. 68.3% (P< 0.01). And the treatment group was also significantly better than the control group in decreasing UA and CRP (P<0.05 or P<0.01). Conclusions: MST can significantly improve the symptoms and signs of gouty arthritis and decrease the levels of UA and CRP. It is good for gouty arthritis.
基金Project (No. 419200-584602) supported by the Start Foundation for Introducing Talent of Zhejiang University, China
文摘Objective: The aim of this retrospective investigation was to explore the influence of femoral osteoporosis on short-term curative effects ofcementless hip arthroplasty and to evaluate the femoral metaphyseal bone mineral density (BMD) for femoral osteoporosis in order to guide prosthesis choice and rehabilitation. Methods: We performed 127 total arthroplasty operations between June 1999 to February 2003 and investigated 49 cementless hip replacements with the Metalcancellous cementless Lubeck Ⅱ system being used in all hips. There were twenty men and twenty-nine women whose mean age at the time of the operation was 60 years (range, 52-81 years). The patients were divided into osteoporosis or normal groups according to the femoral metaphyseal BMD measured preoperatively. The average duration of follow-up was 30 months (range, 8-52 months). We evaluated all of the patients from a clinical standpoint with use of a standard-terminology questionnaire with respect to the short-term curative effects and patients' satisfaction. Hip pain status and functional ability were important indicators of treatment efficacy. Results: Harris hip score and patients' satisfaction in femoral osteoporosis patients who underwent noncemented hip arthroplasty were lower (P=0.004, P=0.03) while the incidence of thigh pain was higher (P=0.03) than the patients with non-osteoporosis. Conclusion: The higher incidence of pain, as well as the decrease in function experienced by the patients in osteoporosis group, supports the case that cementless arthroplasty is not a better choice for those patients and that we had better select prosthesis based on the femoral metaphyseal BMD.
文摘We have successfully developed Fengshi Xiandan (风湿仙丹) and used it to treat 53 cases of rheumatoid arthritis (RA),with indomethacin used to treat another 53 cases of RA as the controls.The results showed that the rate of cure and obvious effect was 54.7% and the total effective rate was 92.4% in the treatment group,as compared to 26.4% and 66.0% respectively in the control group,with an obvious difference in curative effect between the two groups (P<0.01).The improvement of all the main clinical symptoms and signs except arthralgia in the treatment group was superior to that in the control group (P<0.05 or P<0.01). The improvement of erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR),rheumatoid factor (RF),C-reaction protein (CRP), immunoglobulin (Ig),T-lymphocyte subgroups,micro-circulation in nail fold,and red blood cell (RBC) and hemoglobin (Hb) of anemia patients in the treatment group was superior to that in the control group (P<0.05 or P<0.01).There was an obvious difference (P<0.05 or P<0.01) in superoxide dismutase (SOD) of RBC and lipid peroxide (LPO) of plasma before treatment in the two groups as compared to normal group (P<0.05 or P<0.01).The level of SOD and LPO after treatment in the treatment group obviously tended to normal as compared to that befbre treatment (P<0.05 or P<0.01).The reduction of LPO in the treatment group was obviously superior to that in the control group (P<0.01).The result shows that Fengshi Xiandan (风湿仙丹) with an obvious curative effect on RA can not only control the symptoms of RA but also improve its pathologic damage and prevent its development.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No. 81172990)National Development of Significant New Drugs of China (New Preparation and New Technology,Grant No. 2009zx09310-001)+1 种基金National Key Science Research Program of China (973 Program, Grant No. 2009CB930300)Innovation Team of Ministry of Education (Grant No. BMU20110263)
文摘The purpose of this work was to explore the feasibility of ethosomes for improving the anti-arthritic efficacy of topically administered tetrandrine, a bisbenzylisoquinoline alkaloid. Ethosomes were prepared by using the transmembrane pH-gradient loading method and characterized by mean diameter, morphology and entrapment efficiency. The prepared tetrandrine-loaded ethosomes exhibited spherical shape with about 78 nm of average diameter and entrapment efficiency of (52.87±3.81)%, whereas the liposomes had bigger size (99 nm) and higher entrapment efficiency (98.80±0.01)%. In addition, ethosomes exhibited favorable and enhanced penetration behavior as compared with liposomes. More importantly, tetrandrine-loaded ethosomes had a significantly better anti-adjuvant arthritis efficacy in rats compared to liposomes formulation, but no significant difference in the anti-arthritic efficacy between tetrandrine-loaded ethosomes and commercial dexamethasone ointment was observed. These results suggest that ethosomes would be a promising nanocarrier for topical delivery of tetrandrine across skin.
文摘OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to determine whether acupuncture is effective in reducing pain and swelling around the knee and improving range of motion(ROM) during the post-acute phase of rehabilitation after total knee arthroplasty(TKA).METHODS:Following TKA,80 knees in 80 patients were randomly assigned to either an acupuncture treatment group(Group A) or a control group(Group C).In Group A,the complementary treatment of acupuncture was performed three times/week from postoperative day 7 until postoperative day 21.Outcome measures were:i) pain as assessed by a visual analog scale;ii) reduction of swelling around the knee as indicated by its circumference at the center of the patella;and iii) ROM of the affected knee.RESULTS:Group A patients had significantly reduced pain and swelling around the knees and earlier recovery of ROM than did those in Group C.CONCLUSION:Acupuncture provides effective treatment during the post-acute phase of rehabilitation after TKA with respect to pain relief,reduction of swelling around the knee,and early recovery of ROM.
基金supported by Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine and the First Affiliated Hospital of Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine
文摘Objective: To observe theclinical effect of tuina reduction manipulation on leg length discrepancy and lumbosacral pain due to sacroiliac joint subluxation. Methods: A total of 60eligible cases were randomly allocated into an observation group and a control group, 30 in each group. Cases in the observation group were treated with conventional tuina plus reduction manipulation of sacroiliac joint subluxation; whereas cases in the control group were treated with conventional tuina plus acupuncture. The clinical effects were observed after 10 times of treatment. In addition, the relapse rates were observed 2 months after treatment. Results: The total effective rate in the observation group was 80.0%, versus 50.0% in the control group, showing a statistically significant difference (P&lt;0.05). The relapse rate of lumbosacral pain in the observation group was 12.5%, versus 66.7% in the control group, showing a statistically significant difference (P&lt;0.01). The relapse rate of leg length discrepancy in the observation group was 16.7%, versus 80.0% in the control group, showing a statistically significant difference (P&lt;0.01). Conclusion: Tuina reduction manipulation can obtain substantial therapeutic effect for leg length discrepancy and lumbosacral pain due to sacroiliac joint subluxation, coupled with a low relapse rate.
基金supported by Talents Startup Project of China Three Gorges University (No.0620070106)
文摘Objective: To observe the curative effect of high-frequency electric sparkle and point-injection therapy (HESPT) on knee osteoarthritis (KOA). Methods: Two hundred and five patients were randomly divided into a warming needle moxibustion group (68 cases), a HESPT group (68 cases) and a point-injection group (69 cases). In the warming needle moxibustion group, the main points of Xuehai (SP 10), Neixiyan (EX-LE4), Waixiyan (EX-LE5), Dubi (ST 35), Zusanli (ST 36) and Yanglingquan (GB 34), and the adjunct points of Yinlingquan (SP 9) and Sanyinjiao (SP 6), on the affected side, were chosen for stimulation. In the HESPT group, tenderness points, the main points of Liangqiu (ST 34), Xuehai (SP 10), Neixiyan (EX-LE4), Waixiyan (EX-LE5) and Zusanli (ST 36), and the adjunct points of Yinlingquan (SP 9), Weizhong (BL 40) and Chengshan (BL 57), were chosen. After proper manipulation, Corydalis decumbens Pers. liquid was injected into the points and a high-frequency electric sparkle was applied to stimulate the needles for 30 seconds. In the point-injection group, point injection was performed with the same method, but the patients did not receive electric stimulation. The Western Ontario and McMaster University Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC), the Lysholm Knee Score Scale (LKSS) and the ROM (Range of Motion) scale were used to evaluate the severity of KOA and the function of knee joints before treatment and 4 weeks after treatment. Finally, the Nimodipine method was used to assess the total curative effect. Results: After HESPT treatment, the scores for pain, morning stiffness and swelling were significantly lower (P<0.01) and LKSS index and ROM were much higher (P<0.01 and P<0.05 respectively) compared to the two other groups. The obviously effective rate and total effective rate were also significantly higher in the HESPT group than in the two other groups (P<0.01 or P<0.05). Conclusion: HESPT can improve joint function in KOA patients, and the curative effect is better than for warming needle moxibustion or point-injection only.
文摘Objective:To observe the therapeutic effect of blood-letting cupping plus herbal medicine for acute gouty arthritis.Methods:The 34 cases of acute gouty arthritis were treated by blood-letting cupping plus herbal medicine.Results:21 cases were cured and 13 cases improved.Conclusion:The therapeutic effect of this therapy was satisfactory for gouty arthritis.
基金Supported by Major Special Sci-tech Projects of Zhejiang Province(Study on the Early Diagnosis of Osteoarthritis and Intervention of Traditional Chinese Medicine,No.2012C13017-2)the Program for Zhejiang Leading Team of S&T Innovation(Role of Mmp13 and Admats5 in the TGF-βSignaling Pathway and Pathogenesis of Osteoarthritis,No.2011R50022-01)Key Laboratory of Zhejiang Province(Chinese Medicine Intervention for Bone and Joint Diseases,No.2013E10024)
文摘OBJECTIVE: To observe the curative effect of Huqian Wan on liver and kidney-Yin deficiency knee osteoarthritis(KOA).METHODS: One hundred patients were randomly divided into a treatment(50 patients) and control group(50 patients). In the treatment group, patients orally took the Chinese medicine Huqian Wan. Control group patients orally took Votalin, 75 mg, once a day, for 8 weeks. The visual analog scale(VAS), Western Ontario and Mc Master University Osteoarthritis Index(WOMAC), and Medical Outcomes Study Short Form 36-Item Health Survey(SF36) were used to evaluate the curative effect before treatment and after 8 and 16 weeks of treatment.RESULTS: VAS and WOMAC scores significantly decreased and SF 36 scores significantly increased after treatment in both groups compared with before treatment(P < 0.05). There were significant differences in VAS, WOMAC, and SF 36 score changes between the two groups at week 16(P < 0.05).There was a significant increase in VAS and WOMAC scores in the control groups(P < 0.05) between weeks 8 and 16, but no significant difference was found in the treatment group(P > 0.05).CONCLUSION: Huqian Wan could effectively improve the clinical symptoms and quality of life in patients with KOA. It could also have a better and longer lasting curative effect without obvious adverse events compared with Votalin.