Chinese herbal medicine Du-Huo-Ji-Sheng-decoction for knee osteoarthritis: A protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis

BACKGROUND: As a classic prescription for treating knee osteoarthritis, Du-Huo-Ji-Sheng-decoction has been widely recognized for its clinical efficacy. The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis is to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of Du-Huo-Ji-Sheng-decoction in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis. METHODS: The following databases will be searched from January 2011 to December 2020: PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, Chinese Biomedical Medical Database, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Chinese Science and Technology Periodical Database, and Wanfang Database. Statistical analysis will be processed by RevMan V.5.3 software. RESULTS: This study will provide an assessment of the current state of DHJSD in the treatment of KOA, aiming to show the efficacy and safety of DHJSD. CONCLUSION: This study will provide evidence to judge whether DHJSD is an effective intervention for KOA.