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For anyone facing surgery here is a good alternate to NSAIDS and other drugs that are hard on our systems, Serrapeptase, I have no side effects from this. I started to take this following my surgery with excellent results! In fact I continue to take it daily because I find it still helps my pain and inflammation. I also developed OA in my RSD foot.
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The enzyme Serratia Peptidase is marked under many different names, and is well researched in Europe and Japan. Most studies are based on treating pain and inflammation due to physical trauma, especially post-operative trauma. One German study followed 66 patients after knee surgery. Three days after the surgery the patients who took Serratia Peptidase showed a 50% greater reduction in post-operative swelling than the control group (2). Additional clinical studies cover treating sinusitis, respiratory ailments and breast engorgement, and show that this enzyme also induces anti-edemic activity (prevent fluid retention and swelling).
Logical extension of the anti-inflammatory benefits of this enzyme, have lead to such products being marketed for arthritic conditions. One study out of India confirmed its effectiveness on carpal tunnel syndrome (65% of cases showed significant clinical improvement) (3) and new studies are currently being undertaken to confirm its effectiveness in treating arthritic conditions. As well as reducing inflammation, Serratia Peptidase can block the release of the chemical messengers sent from inflamed tissue that signal pain, and so functions effectively as a pain-blocker.
Contraindications:
All variations of Serratia Peptidase will increase the concentration of antibiotics in the bloodstream. While this can allow for less antibiotics to be used, if they are properly prescribed together, it can be dangerous to mix the two without professional guidance. Because proteases reduce blood platelet aggregation they should not be combined with blood thinning medications, again unless under the supervision of a trained professional. All protein digesting enzymes can irritate existing ulcers and should be avoided by those with stomach or intestinal ulcers. And, as a general precaution, if you are pregnant or nursing, consult with a professional before using.
References:
1. Cichoke, Dr. Anthony J: The Complete Book of Enzyme Therapy. Avery Publishing, Garden City Park, NY, 1999, pp 46,52.
2. Esch PM, Gerngross H, Fabian A. Reduction of postoperative swelling. Fortschr Med. 1989; 197 (4):67-8, 71-2
3. Dept. of Neurology, SMS Medical College and Hospital, Jaipur. A prliminary trial of serratiopeptidase in patients with carpal tunnel syndrome. J AssocPhysicians India, 2000 Nov: 48(11):1130
4. Murray, Dr. Michael T: The Healing Power of Herbs. Prima Publishing, Rocklin, CA, 1995, pp 60,65,67.
5. Kee, W.H., Tan, S.L., Lee, V., Salmon, Y.M., "The treatment of breast engorgement with Serrapeptase (Danzen): a randomized double-blind controlled trial.", Singapore Med J., 1989;Feb 30:48-54.
6. Nakamura, S., et al., "Effect of the proteolytic enzyme serrapeptase in patients with chronic airway disease.", Respirology, 2003 Sep;8(3):316-20.
7. Mazzone, A., et al., "Evaluation of serratia peptidase in acute or chronic inflammation of otorhinolaryngology pathology: a multicentre, double-blind, randomized trial versus placebo.", J Int Med Res, 1990; Sept-Oct 18(5):379-88.
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