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Nn Glucosamine - Intro
Excerpts of clinical studies conducted from 1998 to 2000
Study on glucosamine in the treatment of osteoarthritis conducted in the U.S.A
Data suggested that glucosamine decreases pain and improves joint function in osteoarthritis. Glucosamine sulfate is shown to be as good as ibuprofen (an anti-inflammatory drug), for osteoarthritis of the knee.
Source: Rheum Dis Clin North Am 2000 Feb; 26(1): 1-11, Author: Delafuente JC., Dept of Pharmacy, Medical College of Virginia, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, USA.
Studies conducted in the U.S.A to show that glucosamine enhances production of hyaluronic acid in osteoarthritis
The concentration and molecular weight of hyaluronic acid (HA) in joint fluid are decreased in osteoarthritis. Several trials have shown that a high dose of glucosamine stimulates production of HA. This provides symptomatic relief, enhance shock-absorbing properties of cartilage and in the long-term, aid the repair of damaged cartilage.
Source: Med hypotheses 1998 June; 50(6): 507-10, Author: McCarty MF.
Study conducted in Belgium showing effectiveness of glucosamine for osteoarthritis
Several entities that have been carefully investigated demonstrated that glucosamine sulfate clearly relieved pain and improved functional disability.
Source: Curr Rheumatol Rep 2000 Dec; 2(6): 472-7, Authors: Reginster JY, Gillot V, Bruyere O, Henrotin Y. Bone and Cartilage Metabolism Research Unit, Liege, Belgium.
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Fast Facts
- Glucosamine has been shown to halt the progression of osteoarthritis.
- It provides pain reduction comparable to that provided by anti-inflammatory drugs.
- No serious side effects have been noted with the use of glucosamine in twenty years of scientific research.
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