What Does Doxycycline Do to Joints?
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In preclinical trials, doxycycline has been shown to improve healing in cartilage and tendons and to decelerate joint space narrowing in cartilage injuries. However, beyond its well-known role as an antibiotic, the question of what does doxycycline do to joints for conditions like osteoarthritis has produced conflicting clinical results. Its effects extend beyond simply treating infections, touching upon the very mechanisms of joint degeneration.
