Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
For the health condition: Burning Feet or Hands

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Synopsis

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

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) has a traditional association with the treatment of burning feet or hands, a condition historically known as "burning feet syndrome." This link originates mainly from observations during World War II, when prisoners of war in Asia developed severe burning sensations in their feet and hands, which were reportedly relieved by supplementation with pantothenic acid. Early studies and anecdotal reports suggested that diets deficient in B vitamins, including B5, could lead to peripheral neuropathy symptoms like burning sensations in the extremities.

However, the scientific evidence supporting the use of pantothenic acid for this condition is limited and primarily based on case reports and uncontrolled studies from the mid-20th century. Modern clinical trials or rigorous scientific investigations specifically examining pantothenic acid supplementation for burning feet or hands are lacking. While pantothenic acid deficiency can cause symptoms related to nerve dysfunction, such deficiency is rare in populations with adequate nutrition.

In summary, the use of vitamin B5 for burning feet or hands is rooted in historical tradition and early anecdotal observations, with minimal robust scientific evidence to support its effectiveness for this indication. Its use is therefore best categorized as traditional, with weak evidence (rated 2 out of 5) based mostly on older reports and not on contemporary clinical research.

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