Turmeric compound tested for cancer drug joint pain
NCT ID NCT03865992
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tests whether curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, can reduce joint pain caused by aromatase inhibitors in breast cancer survivors. 42 postmenopausal women will receive either curcumin or a placebo for 3 months. Researchers will measure changes in pain and overall well-being using standard questionnaires.
What this could mean
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Active substance
curcumin (a dietary supplement from turmeric)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a natural way to reduce joint pain in breast cancer survivors taking aromatase inhibitors.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study (42 people) with no phase, so results are preliminary. Curcumin may not work better than placebo, and side effects are possible.
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Conditions
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Locations
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City of Hope Medical Center
Duarte, California, 91010, United States
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City of Hope Rancho Cucamonga
Rancho Cucamonga, California, 91730, United States
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City of Hope South Pasadena
South Pasadena, California, 91030, United States
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Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center
Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States