Evidence supporting the use of: Slippery elm bark
For the health condition: Prolapsed Uterus

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Slippery elm bark (Ulmus rubra) has a long history of use in North American traditional herbal medicine, primarily for soothing mucous membranes in the digestive and respiratory tract. Its use for prolapsed uterus, however, is not widely documented in mainstream herbal literature but does appear in some traditional and folk remedies. In certain folk traditions and some older writings, slippery elm bark was used externally as a poultice or pessary with the belief that its mucilaginous and soothing properties could help "support" or "strengthen" pelvic tissues, including in cases of uterine prolapse. This application is primarily anecdotal and rooted in the empirical practices of herbalists rather than systematic clinical research. There is no scientific evidence—such as controlled studies or clinical trials—demonstrating that slippery elm bark can treat or reverse a prolapsed uterus. The condition is anatomical in nature, typically requiring pelvic floor exercises, pessary support, or surgical intervention. The traditional use of slippery elm may have provided temporary comfort or anti-inflammatory effects, but there is no evidence that it can address the underlying structural issues of prolapse. Overall, while there is some historical use in folk medicine, the evidence is minimal and not supported by modern research.

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