Great for Arthritis in the Hands
Recommended by an occupational therapist for Arthritis in my hands (fingers/thumb). Surprisingly, this seems to help a great deal
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The Benefits of Chondroitin, Arthritis Treatment
Chondroitin sulfate is a popular dietary supplement often used in combination with glucosamine for the management of Arthritis symptoms, particularly osteoarthritis. However, the effectiveness of Chondroitin in preventing or alleviating Arthritis symptoms is still a topic of debate in the medical community.
Several studies have been conducted to evaluate the potential benefits of Chondroitin in Arthritis management. While some earlier studies suggested that Chondroitin may help to reduce pain and improve joint function in individuals with osteoarthritis, more recent and rigorous scientific trials have provided mixed results.
A 2015 meta-analysis published in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases analyzed the results of 54 studies involving over 16,000 participants and found that Chondroitin had a modest beneficial effect on pain reduction and physical function improvement compared to a placebo. However, the effect size observed was small, which raises questions about the clinical significance of these findings. Furthermore, subsequent studies have provided conflicting results, with some suggesting no significant benefits of Chondroitin in Arthritis management. Therefore, although Chondroitin may still be considered by some individuals with Arthritis it is currently not universally accepted as an effective treatment option based on currently available medical research.
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