Comparative Effectiveness of Nutritional Supplements in the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis: A Network Meta-Analysis. Yuntong Zhang, 2025, China, Australia. "Boswellia showed significant improvements in WOMAC pain (pain core). Bayesian rankings indicated Boswellia had the highest probability of being most effective for pain and stiffness" https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40806131/
Clinical Benefits of Boswellia Serrata (BOSMAX®) in Early Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Study. Manju Jayaram, 2025, India, South Korea BOSMAX® significantly improved knee-joint symptoms and inflammatory markers over 90 days in individuals with non/mild OA, supporting its potential as a safe therapeutic option. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41220252/
Efficacy of Boswellia serrata Extract and/or an Omega-3-Based Product for Improving Pain and Function in People Older Than 40 Years with Persistent Knee Pain: A Randomized Double-Blind Controlled Clinical Trial, Silvia Pérez-Piñero, 2023, Spain, "...effective in reducing pain and improving the QoL and functionality of subjects over 40 years with persistent knee pain." https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10490338/
Primary Uses and Benefits
Anti-Inflammatory Effects: Boswellia is best known for its anti-inflammatory properties. It may help reduce inflammation in conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
Joint Health and Pain Relief: Many people use Boswellia to help with joint pain, particularly in osteoarthritis. Some studies suggest it can improve pain and function in people with persistent knee pain
Asthma and Respiratory Health: There is some evidence that Boswellia may help with asthma by reducing inflammation in the airways
Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Its anti-inflammatory effects may also benefit those with inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis
Neurological Health: Preliminary research suggests Boswellia might support neurological health, potentially aiding in recovery from traumatic brain injury and stroke
Potential Cancer Support: Some studies indicate Boswellia may help inhibit cancer growth and reduce pain and swelling associated with cancer, though more research is needed
Other Uses
Menstrual Cramps: Some people use Boswellia for menstrual pain relief
Natural Painkiller: It is sometimes used as a natural alternative to NSAIDs (like ibuprofen) for pain management