I'd like to know the pros and cons of this if any.
2006-10-22 08:48:35 · 13 answers · asked by charm t 2 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
yes it works to repair, so the secondary response is no damage =no pain, the dosage is adjusted by body weight though, i can remember exactly what that is now though ( studies are probably done on higher dosages that what the manufactures are saying to take) taking these 2 in conjunction helps the repair, lubricate and keep the lubricant within the joint. For pain try a product called Kaprex it is made by metagenics, despite what it says on the label you can safely take 1 every hour.
2006-10-22 16:16:28 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have suffered from arthritis for years. I have also been taking glucosamine and chondroitin for years and it has helped me a lot. My doctor took x-rays of my joints and found that the progression of my arthritis has actually slowed down. The pros, it helps. The cons, can be quite expensive. Look for sales and coupons on the products.
2006-10-22 23:36:13 · answer #2 · answered by ironchain15 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My husband started taking both of those along with CMO and HA. His knee pain isn't nearly as intense as it used to be. He found everything he needs for about 15 bucks a month.
2006-10-23 17:59:57 · answer #3 · answered by curious 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Alot of people swear by it. It works to replenish the synovial fluid caused be arthritis and joint injuries.It is suppose to stop the joints from deteriating further. Add MSM for your pain. You cannot be allergic to shellfish though!
2006-10-22 15:55:22 · answer #4 · answered by Dawn K 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It really does work,,, my mom, has knee trouble she lives on it,,, what have you got to lose,,,, but alittle pain, it make take more than a few days to get in your system... once you start using, you can tell if you stop.
2006-10-22 15:50:55 · answer #5 · answered by avery 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
glucosamine is supposed to act as a joint lubricant I don't know about the other
2006-10-22 16:03:18 · answer #6 · answered by Norman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no good evidence to suggest that either of those things are effective for joint pain of any kind. That doesn't mean that they don't work, but there is no reason to believe that they do.
2006-10-22 15:51:40 · answer #7 · answered by The Doc 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Pros it works. Cons it's pricey.
2006-10-22 15:50:21 · answer #8 · answered by Tedi 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My mother has rheumatoid arthritis and she takes it to lubricate her joints. It is very effective for most people.
2006-10-22 22:31:24 · answer #9 · answered by YourHighness 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know how they work, but I do know they work. Try getting the liquid form of these supplements; they work faster and more efficiently.
2006-10-22 15:51:31 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋