sheep ghee

Sheep ghee is a clarified butter derived from sheep's milk, traditionally utilized in various medicinal practices for its purported anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. In the context of musculoskeletal health, it is applied topically as a non-pharmacological intervention for knee osteoarthritis. The substance contains bioactive lipid components that are thought to penetrate the skin and modulate local inflammatory responses, thereby reducing joint pain and stiffness. Clinical studies in elderly populations have demonstrated that regular topical application of sheep ghee can significantly improve the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Arthritis Index (WOMAC) scores, specifically enhancing range of motion and physical function compared to placebo treatments like Vaseline.

Other names

gheeclarified sheep butter