Evidence supporting the use of: Thuja plicata
For the health condition: Abrasions

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Thuja plicata, commonly known as western red cedar, has a history of traditional use among Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest for various medicinal purposes, including the treatment of minor wounds and abrasions. The inner bark and leaves were at times used in poultices or washes applied directly to the skin to help promote healing and prevent infection. These applications were based on empirical observations and cultural practices rather than scientific validation. The tree contains compounds such as thujone and various phenolics, which may have mild antimicrobial properties, possibly providing some rationale for its traditional topical use. However, scientific studies directly evaluating the efficacy and safety of Thuja plicata preparations for abrasions are lacking, and its use is not part of mainstream modern wound care. While some in vitro studies suggest antimicrobial activity in extracts from related species, clinical evidence is absent. In summary, the use of Thuja plicata for abrasions is based primarily on tradition, with limited indirect support from its chemical constituents, but no rigorous scientific validation or clinical trials to substantiate its effectiveness or safety for this purpose.

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