Arthrohills Oil Study Review: Observations on Muscle and Joint Comfort Over 6 Weeks
By Herbal Hills Research Team | Medically reviewed by: Dr. Ajitkumar Mandlecha, BAMS, M.Phil (Musculoskeletal Disorder), Medical Director, Vishwanand Kendra, Pune
An Ayurvedic oil for joint pain is one of the most commonly dispensed products in Ayurvedic clinics and medical stores, yet few such oils have published study data. Arthrohills Oil from Herbal Hills was evaluated in 48 adults with chronic musculoskeletal pain over 6 weeks, and the results were published in a peer-reviewed journal in 2023.
Quick answer: In a study published in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences (June 2023), 48 adults with chronic musculoskeletal pain applied Arthrohills Oil once daily with a 15-minute gentle massage for 6 weeks. Mean pain scores fell 88.83%, swelling scores 94.48%, and tenderness and stiffness scores reached zero by week 6.
Key takeaways
- Published: JAIMS, June 2023, Vol 8, Issue 6 (DOI 10.21760/jaims.8.6.1).
- 48 adults aged 25–65 with chronic musculoskeletal pain; 6 weeks of once-daily external application.
- Mean score changes by week 6: pain −88.83%, swelling −94.48%, tenderness −100%, stiffness −100%, joint mobility score −84.38%.
- Study concluded Arthrohills Oil was safe and effective for musculoskeletal pain in participants.
- Recommended alongside Arthrohills capsule as an internal + external joint care approach.
In this article
- What is Arthrohills Oil, an Ayurvedic oil for joint pain?
- How common is chronic musculoskeletal pain?
- How was the Arthrohills Oil study conducted?
- What results did the study report?
- How quickly were changes observed?
- Who took part in the study?
- Can Arthrohills Oil be used with Arthrohills capsule?
- Study at a glance
- Frequently asked questions
What is Arthrohills Oil, an Ayurvedic oil for joint pain?
Arthrohills Oil is an Ayurvedic joint care oil for external application, formulated with oils such as Nirgundi (Vitex negundo), Nilgiri (eucalyptus) and lemongrass, along with camphor. Nirgundi is traditionally used in Ayurveda for Vata conditions of muscles and joints. It is applied with gentle massage over the affected area.
How common is chronic musculoskeletal pain?
According to the World Health Organization, 20% to 33% of the world's population lives with some form of chronic musculoskeletal pain, about 1.75 billion people. The most common forms are low back pain, neck pain and pain associated with osteoarthritis, and the risk rises with age. This makes external joint care oils one of the most frequently dispensed categories in Ayurvedic clinics and medical stores.
How was the Arthrohills Oil study conducted?
Outpatients aged 25 to 65 with chronic musculoskeletal pain applied Arthrohills Oil once daily for 6 weeks: a few drops for small joints and 2 to 3 ml for large joints, with gentle massage for 15 minutes. Pain, tenderness, swelling, stiffness and joint mobility were graded weekly, and results were analysed with the Wilcoxon signed-rank test.
What results did the study report?
By week 6, the mean pain score had fallen 88.83% from the first visit, swelling 94.48% and joint mobility score 84.38%, while tenderness and stiffness scores reached zero (100% change). The P value for every parameter was below 0.05, and the authors concluded that Arthrohills Oil was safe and effective in musculoskeletal pain in the study group.
How quickly were changes observed?
Changes built up steadily across the six weekly visits. Mean pain scores were 10.61% lower at week 2, 28.49% lower at week 3, 50.28% lower at week 4 and 76.54% lower at week 5, before reaching 88.83% at week 6. This gradual pattern is useful for practitioners setting follow-up schedules.
Who took part in the study?
Forty-eight participants took part: 26 men and 22 women, most aged 31 to 40, largely working professionals and students. People with gout, knee, hip or back deformity, uncontrolled hypertension or diabetes, recent joint surgery or injections, or pregnancy were excluded.
Can Arthrohills Oil be used with Arthrohills capsule?
Yes. The Arthrohills capsule study booklet recommends the oil for external use alongside the capsule, and Herbal Hills offers both together as the Arthro Joint Wellness Kit. The combination gives practitioners an internal plus external Ayurvedic approach to joint care.
Study at a glance
| Journal | JAIMS, June 2023, Vol 8 Issue 6 | DOI 10.21760/jaims.8.6.1 |
|---|---|
| Participants | 48 (26 M / 22 F), age 25–65 |
| Duration / use | 6 weeks | once daily, 15-min gentle massage |
| Pain score | −88.83% by week 6 |
| Swelling | −94.48% |
| Tenderness | −100% |
| Stiffness | −100% |
| Joint mobility score | −84.38% |
| Statistics | Wilcoxon signed-rank, P<0.05 all parameters |
About the research
Herbal Hills studies were conducted at Vishwanand Kendra, Centre for Integrative Medicine & Research, Pune, under Dr. Ajitkumar Mandlecha (Medical Director) and Dr. Gous Mujawar (Research Head), with Institutional Ethics Committee approval.
About Herbal Hills
Herbal Hills has spent over 25 years manufacturing Ayurvedic formulations in ISO and GMP certified facilities. Our ghee-based soft gel capsules are prepared with cow ghee from our own cow farm using the classical Siddha Ghruta method, and nine of our formulations have been evaluated in clinical studies, eight of them published in peer-reviewed journals. Doctors, clinics, distributors and medical stores can buy directly from the manufacturer in retail packs or value packs.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Arthrohills Oil clinically studied?
Yes. A study in 48 adults with chronic musculoskeletal pain was published in JAIMS in June 2023 (DOI 10.21760/jaims.8.6.1).
How was the oil used in the study?
Once daily, a few drops for small joints or 2 to 3 ml for large joints, with 15 minutes of gentle massage, for 6 weeks.
What change in pain scores was reported?
Mean pain scores were 88.83% lower at week 6 than at the first visit.
What are the main ingredients?
Nirgundi oil, eucalyptus (Nilgiri) oil, lemongrass oil and camphor, among others.
Can it be used with Arthrohills capsule?
Yes, the capsule study booklet recommends the oil alongside the capsule; both are available together as the Arthro Joint Wellness Kit.
Disclaimer
This article is for educational purposes and is intended for healthcare professionals, clinic owners and trade partners. The results described were observed in the study participants named above; individual results may vary. Herbal Hills products are Ayurvedic proprietary medicines and should be used under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner. The studies referenced were sponsored by Herbal Hills and conducted by an independent research centre.
References
- Mandlecha A, Mujawar GS. To evaluate safety and efficacy of Arthrohills oil in subjects with musculoskeletal pain. J Ayurveda Integr Med Sci. 2023;8(6). DOI: 10.21760/jaims.8.6.1
- World Health Organization. Musculoskeletal health fact sheet.
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