Nutritional Supplements

Some patients use nutritional supplements such as glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM for osteoarthritisOsteoarthritis
Arthritis typically with onset during middle or old age that is characterized by degenerative (gradual deterioration of joint) and sometimes abnormal growth in the bone and cartilage of one or more joints and a progressive wearing down of opposing joint surfaces with consequent distortion of joint position and is marked symptomatically especially by pain, swelling, and stiffness; abbreviation (OA) knee treatment. These supplements are treated by the Food and Drug Administration as food items and are not controlled in the way that medicines are. Talk to your doctor to see if nutritional supplements are recommended or if their side effects might interact with other medicines you may be taking.

Glucosamine

Glucosamine is an amino sugar that aids in repair of cartilageCartilage
A usually translucent somewhat elastic tissue that composes most of the skeleton and other body tissues. Glucosamine supplements are derived from shellfish and are often combined with chondroitin for osteoarthritis knee treatment.

Chondroitin

Chondroitin is a naturally occurring sugar that joins with protein to help the body’s cartilage maintain its stability. Chondroitin supplements are obtained from animal sources such as cattle, pigs and sharks.

MSM

MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) is a natural sulfur thought to have anti-inflammatory effects. MSM is found in some plants, foods and beverages.

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