kerryegg Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 I have been advised to try glucosamine for joint pain particularly in hands. Wondered if any one has any views or information, good or bad. Many thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 My husband has mild arthritis in his hands and wrists and he takes a Glucosamine and Chondroitin combination tablet, and also Cod Liver Oil Capsules and they help him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 I take the same as Space Chick's husband, when I can remember. They seem to help. I haven't taken any for a while and I do feel quite achey. My mum has terrible k"Ooops, word censored!"bly fingers and I'm trying to fight it off from happening to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 A definate thumbs up from me works a treat in animals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docsquid Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Glucosamine is as effective as anti-inflammatory medication in clinical trials, so is definitely worth considering if you have osteoarthritis or aches and pains due to over-use (like I have in my skiers knees). Some people think it is fantastic, but others do have problems with it, usually indigestion, flatulence or other digestive problems. The problem is that if a medication is effective it usually also has side-effects and this is not limited to conventional medications but is true of alternative therapies too. Personally I cannot tolerate it - I get much less problems from taking anti-inflammatory medication. Other people are completely the opposite. It is a case of try it and see. Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quickcluck Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Some people say to remove citrus from the diet and to have lots of ginger! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janty Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 My Dad was advised to take it with condroitin and it's has improved his arthritis amazingly. I'd really recommend it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 A definate thumbs up from me works a treat in animals I agree, my German Shepherd is like a puppy since being on this stuff. Tis magic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hazard Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 oil of evening primrose is good for joint problems too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WitchHazel Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 Read the labels carefully. Cheap products usually have less of the active ingredient in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..lay a little egg for me Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 Glucosamine is as effective as anti-inflammatory medication in clinical trials, so is definitely worth considering if you have osteoarthritis or aches and pains due to over-use (like I have in my skiers knees). Some people think it is fantastic, but others do have problems with it, usually indigestion, flatulence or other digestive problems. The problem is that if a medication is effective it usually also has side-effects and this is not limited to conventional medications but is true of alternative therapies too. Personally I cannot tolerate it - I get much less problems from taking anti-inflammatory medication. Other people are completely the opposite. It is a case of try it and see. Cheers! The clinical trials in which it was found to have a positive effect used a minimum dose of 1500mg daily. I tried it for 4 months and found no effect at all. Re chondroitin which others have mentioned, be aware that it comes from sharks many of which are now endangered species, so check labels carefully if you are concerned about the ingredients being obtained in this way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerryegg Posted October 12, 2009 Author Share Posted October 12, 2009 Thanks for all the feedback. I will continue taking it and fortunately Seven seas is on offer at my local tesco. Cod liver oil really helped our dog but gives me indigestion, so far so good with the glucosamine. If you are vegetarian I understand there is a version made from corn rather than shellfish. Thanks again for all the helpful comments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
