Evidence supporting the use of: Sausage Tree
For the health condition: Afterbirth Pain

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Synopsis

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

Sausage Tree (Kigelia africana) has a long history of use in traditional African medicine. It is primarily used for a range of gynecological and postpartum conditions, including afterbirth pain, among various communities. Traditional healers often prepare infusions, decoctions, or topical applications from different parts of the plant—most notably the fruit and bark—to support uterine recovery and reduce pain following childbirth. The rationale for its use is rooted in ethnobotanical practices, where anecdotal evidence and cultural transmission support its utility.

However, there is limited scientific validation for its effectiveness in managing afterbirth pain. A handful of laboratory and animal studies have explored the anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties of Kigelia africana extracts, but these studies do not specifically address postpartum or afterbirth pain, nor have there been any robust clinical trials in humans for this indication. The traditional use is documented in ethnobotanical surveys and some regional pharmacopoeias, but the evidence remains mostly anecdotal.

In summary, the use of Sausage Tree for afterbirth pain is supported by traditional medicine practices, with little to no direct scientific research substantiating its efficacy for this specific condition.

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