Can the 'Love Hormone' ease arthritis pain? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT03878589
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a self-administered oxytocin nasal spray could reduce pain and improve function in older adults with knee osteoarthritis. Over 4 weeks, 83 participants used either the spray or a placebo. The goal was to see if oxytocin, a natural pain-relieving hormone, could safely ease arthritis pain and help understand how it works in the aging brain.
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Department of Community Dentistry and Behavioral Science
Gainesville, Florida, 32603, United States
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UF Health of University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida, 32610, United States
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