How well are the beneficial effects of leeches documented?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18258401
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Abstract

The beneficial effects of leeches are reasonably documented for conditions like osteoarthritis and chronic pain, though current evidence is limited by study quality and size. Further research is needed to confirm findings and long-term efficacy.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Leech Biology and Applications Complementary and Alternative Medicine Studies Healthcare and Venom Research

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
15 January 2026