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GLUCOSAMINE CHONDROITIN SULFATE
A DIETARY SUPPLEMENT FOR
TREATMENT OF OSTEOARTHRITIS
(Osteoarthritis, 2011, p. 1) (Osteoarthritis, 2012)
WHAT IS OSTEOARTHRITIS?
Inflammation of the bone and joint Primarily caused by “wear and tear” on a joint Cartilage, ligaments, and muscles
surrounding the joint are weakened
Key Risk Factors:Family History Lifestyle
Joint InjuryAdditional Risk Factors:
Obesity Age Muscle Weakness
(Osteoarthritis, 2011)
HOW IT AFFECTS JOINT FUNCTION:
Joint and muscle stiffness
Joint pain
Joint swelling
Crackling sound during joint movement
Reduced joint mobility
(NCCAM, 2012)
ARTHRITIS ILLUSTRATIONS
(Glucosamine Sulfate, 2011)
WHAT IS GLUCOSAMINE?
An amino sugar (monosaccharide); found in the human body; specifically in the synovial fluid around the joints
Glucosamine sulfate is a biological compound derived from shellfish in non-vegetarian based dietary supplements
It supports musculoskeletal health: tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and synovial fluid
(Jerosch, 2011, p. 5)
WHAT IS CHONDROITIN SULFATE?
Another sugar molecule found in the human body
Chondroitin sulfate (CS) is also a biological compound
It plays a fundamental role water retention of the cartilage
A FEW ALTERNATIVE TREATMENTS:
SAM-e (S-adenosylmethionine) A synthetic form of a chemical found in all human cells; a natural analgesic; anti-inflammatory action; promotes cartilage growth
Massage TherapyEases the arthritic pain
Meditation Helps with the stress and pain associated with arthritis
(Rath, n.d.) (Arthritis Foundation, 2014)
(Jerosch, 2011, p. 5, 7)
RESEARCH STUDIES INDICATE:
Glucosamine: Reduces pain Improves function/mobility of the joint Reduces osteoarthritis progression Reduces risk of total joint replacement
Chondroitin Sulfate: Reduces osteoarthritis progression Reduces the rate of decline in minimum joint space
width in osteoarthritis of the knee (structural changes)
GETTING A QUALITY SUPPLEMENT
Look for Independent Certification: NSF International Dietary Supplement
Certification U.S. Pharmacopeia Convention
Verified Dietary Supplements
Good Manufacturing Practices(GMP) Certification
RELIABLE RESOURCES FOR ARTHRITIS INFORMATION
Arthritis Foundation http://www.arthritis.org/ http://www.arthritistoday.org/ http://kidsgetarthritistoo.org/
Current news, FREE newsletters, games, diet information/recommendations, exercise videos, supplement guides, information on various treatments, and types of arthritis…can be accessed from these websites
RELIABLE RESOURCES FOR DIETARY SUPPLEMENT INFO.
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM)http://nccam.nih.gov/ http://nccam.nih.gov/health/chondroitin
National Institutes of Health: Office of Dietary Supplements http://ods.od.nih.gov/
SUPPLEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
NOW Foods Glucosamine & Chondroitin products http://nowfoods.com/
GMP Certified
SOLGAR Glucosamine Hyaluronic Acid Chondroitin MSM (Shellfish-Free) Tablets
http://www.solgar.com/SolgarProducts/
PRECAUTIONS
Check with your health care provider if you are interested in trying alternative treatments, especially if you are currently on any prescription medications and/or have other medical conditions (including food allergies). This is done to avoid any complications and to provide the best treatment for you.
Make sure that the dietary supplement is of good quality.
QUESTIONS…
REFERENCES
Arthritis Foundation. (2014). Retrieved from: http://www.arthritistoday.org/
Glucosamine Sulfate. (2011, December 9). Retrieved from:
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/807.html
Jerosch, J. (2011). Effects of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate on cartilage metabolism in OA: Outlook on
other nutrient partners especially omega-3 fatty acids. International Journal of Rheumatology, 2011, 1-
17. Retrieved from: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3150191/pdf/IJR2011-969012.pdf
NCCAM. (2012). Retrieved from : http://nccam.nih.gov/research/results/gait/enlarged.htm
Osteoarthritis page. (2011, September 26). Retrieved from Pub Med Health Web site:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001460/
Osteoarthritis page. (2012). What is it? What causes it? Treatment Options. Retrieved from Arthritis
Foundation Web site: http://www.arthritis.org/disease-center.php
Rath, L. (n.d.) Backed by science: 9 supplements for arthritis symptoms. Retrieved from:
http://www.arthritistoday.org/arthritis-treatment/natural-and-alternative-treatments/supplements-and-her
bs/proven-supplements-for-arthritis.php