Devil's Claw Can Help Ease Your Pain We begin our study of nutraceutical extract by looking at one of the chief components of A&R, known as Devil’s Claw. Let us get a good understanding of this extract to appreciate the supplement. Devil’s Claw A plant native to the Kalahari Desert in southern Africa, devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) was named for its long, tuberous roots that resemble claws. It has been used in traditional African medicine for centuries for concerns such as pain, arthritis, indigestion, and skin conditions. Why Do People Use Devil's Claw? Devil's Claw contains Harpagosides, part of a class of compounds known as iridoid glycosides. Harpagosides have been shown to possess anti-inflammatory properties. Since inflammation is linked to some forms of pain, some people use devil's claw to decrease pain from the following conditions: • Back pain • Joint pain (such as knee pain) • Osteoarthritis • Rheumatoid arthritis...