Osteoarthritis, Glucosamine, Chondrotin - Conflicting Research
On 24th January in reply to my post on, “Flower Remedies For Arthritis Psoriasis”
health and diseases said...
"I think you also provide audience with some little clinical or trials that support with the efficacy. Although I agree most herbal are useful to keep the body strength with all meanings, however, to relief from any diseases, may be some evidence should be addressed to the benefits".
So for those who would like to read more about the research surrounding Bach flower remedies, I would like to point you to a good website at http://www.edwardbach.org/research/documentsHome.asp
‘Here we go again’...
So now, based on one single study, researchers want everyone to stop taking these supplements, regardless of the fact that uncountable arthritis sufferers have benefited from using them, the researchers even go so far as to suggest that health insurers and health authorities shouldn’t cover the costs of these dietary supplements. They put the positive experience by patients, down to the placebo effect.
Without considering factors such as:
* the different quality and type of supplement used by patients
* the different quality and type of supplement used by patients
* how long the supplement was taken
* the formula, composition or dosage
* how severe the Osteoarthritis was before supplementation started
On the other hand:
The meta-analyses of ten previous studies, which included over 3,800 people, were recently published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) showing positive
results .
* the formula, composition or dosage
* how severe the Osteoarthritis was before supplementation started
On the other hand:
The meta-analyses of ten previous studies, which included over 3,800 people, were recently published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) showing positive
results . Furthermore, a prior 2003 Belgian study at the University of Liège, which showed concluded that glucosamine demonstrated a highly significant efficacy in joint space narrowing and WOMAC — a pain assessment scale used to measure joint pain.
This is why I prefer not to get too bogged down with research and keep an open mind, if a supplement works for you, then I would say keep taking it. If you haven’t tried it yet, then you have nothing to lose in doing so.
It’s always wise to discuss any supplements with your doctor and remember that what’s good for the goose is not always good for the gander!
Let me know your thoughts on this.
17 comments:
great site.
I totally agree with your post. Taking supplements and following more natural, homeopathic treatments should always be consulted with a physician. However I would never tell no one not to go for BachFlowers or meditation just because there is no "scientific" proof of their being effective. If it works for you and makes you feel well, that's all you need to know.
Agreed with the first poster. You should do what makes you feel better, but I'd be relieved if shown more clinical evidence about product efficacy.
Glucosamine and Chondroitin in fact helpful in osteoarthritis (Degenerative arthritis). There are quite a few glucosamine chondroitin side effects; however most of them are not severe. Osteoarthritis supplementation with glucosamine sulfate may lag the degenerative process of joint cartilage and considerably decrease indications (pain and joint immobility) in the human body knee area or joints.
Management of osteoarthritis mayo clinic says investigation into whether glucosamine transforms blood sugar levels drawn has been contradictory. They also suggested that Glucosamine and chondroitin don't work for joint pain.
yes definitely every product is not suitable for everyone, it should consulted with the doctor before taking any drug. Self medication is always injurious to life.
Where do you purchase these herbal supplements?
Click on the Carol Bond or one of the other images above!
I like the flower remedies better, but if it works it works I guess.
It is best to consult a doctor before taking in any medication or supplements.
Thank you for sharing this information, I found it very helpful. I never knew this, you really updated my knowledge.
Thank you for sharing this information, I found it very helpful. I never knew this, you really updated my knowledge.
Before i take any medicines i consult a doctor, even if they are supplements.
In every treatment that involves medication a doctors consultations is always necessary, as much as we might be positive of how it works there should be guidlines on their use to avoid any possible misfortunes.
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Great information. Thank you very much for sharing!
Hi, i think that the importance of those pills, is not as i was thinking. Some of them if you are taking, can have negative impact.Though when you have problems , they are indicated.
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