Devil’s claw is thought to relieve joint pain due to osteoarthritis. It has also been used to stimulate appetite and/or to relieve digestive problems.
Several studies have shown that when used alone or with other medications that have anti-inflammatory actions, devil’s claw reduced pain in people with osteoarthritis as well as general back pain. There is currently not enough research to confirm the effectiveness of devil’s claw in stimulating appetite or aiding in digestion.
Your health care provider may have recommended this product for other conditions. Contact a health care provider if you have questions.