Dishing The Science with Dr. Sue

Could metformin improve knee osteoarthritis pain?

Dr. Sue Pedersen

Metformin has lots of benefits, including a reduction in inflammation.  Is the reduction in inflammation enough to reduce pain in knee osteoarthritis? 

Learn more: https://drsue.ca/2025/09/could-metformin-improve-knee-osteoarthritis-pain/

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