The use of Sausage Tree (Kigelia africana) to support or treat abrasions is primarily based on traditional medicine practices, especially in various African cultures. Traditional healers have long used preparations made from the fruits, bark, and leaves of the tree to treat skin ailments, including wounds, abrasions, ulcers, and infections. The rationale for this historical use is tied to observations of the plant’s purported antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as its reported ability to promote wound healing.

Scientific studies on Kigelia africana have identified several bioactive compounds, such as iridoids, flavonoids, and naphthoquinones, which demonstrate antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects in vitro. However, most of these studies are preliminary, and robust clinical trials directly evaluating the effectiveness of Sausage Tree preparations in treating abrasions in humans are lacking. The evidence supporting its use for abrasions, therefore, remains limited to traditional knowledge and some laboratory findings, rather than definitive clinical validation. More rigorous research is required to confirm safety and efficacy for this specific indication.