Evidence supporting the use of: Emu oil
For the health condition: Scratches and Abrasions

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Synopsis

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

Emu oil has been traditionally used by Indigenous Australians for its purported healing properties, including for cuts, scratches, and abrasions. In recent decades, some scientific studies have investigated its properties. Laboratory and animal studies suggest that emu oil possesses anti-inflammatory and moisturizing effects, which may support wound healing by reducing inflammation and providing a protective barrier. For example, several animal studies (primarily in rodents) have demonstrated enhanced wound healing and decreased inflammation with topical emu oil application compared to controls. These effects are thought to be due to the oil's fatty acid composition, particularly oleic and linoleic acids, which may modulate inflammatory responses and support skin repair.

However, the clinical evidence in humans is limited. There are a few small studies and anecdotal human reports suggesting benefits for minor wounds and abrasions, but the data are neither robust nor extensive. No large, well-designed clinical trials have definitively proven emu oil's effectiveness for treating scratches or abrasions. Thus, while some preliminary scientific data exist and animal models are promising, the evidence in humans remains inconclusive. More research is needed to fully validate emu oil’s efficacy for this purpose. Overall, its use for scratches and abrasions is supported by a combination of traditional use and limited scientific exploration, with a modest evidence rating.

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