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