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Arthritis and Glucosamine Articles and Resources

Articles & Resources

The Latest Clinical Study Results on Glucosamine and Chondroitin
Review the results of the landmark Glucosamine/Chondroitin Arthritis Intervention Trial (GAIT).

Glucosamine Product Guide
A review of the leading commercial products available today. Each product is evaluated by type, method of delivery, quality, any additional ingredients and price.

Glucosamine Primer: What to look for in a Glucosamine Product
Important things that you should know prior to buying glucosamine and important considerations if you are already taking some of the less effective forms out there.

10 Arthritis Fighting Suggestions
Do you suffer from arthritis and joint pain? If so, we highly suggest you read these 10 suggestions.

General Glucosamine Information
Explore general information on glucosamine, from its early origins in 1980s, to why it is better than most over-the-counter and prescription medicines for arthritis.

Glucosamine for Arthritis
What types of arthritis should you use glucosamine for? Does it work? How much should I take?

Glucosamine Side Effects
Read all about the side effects of glucosamine, including when you should and should not take glucosamine.

Glucosamine and Diabetics
Read about the latest July 2003 report about glucosamine’s effect on glucose levels.

Glucosamine for Osteoarthritis: Is It For Real?
Can glucosamine live up to the hype? Is it for real? Will it actually help you?

How NSAIDs (such as Ibuprofen, Aspirin, and Naproxen) can breakdown your joints.
Did you know that many of the common over the counter drugs used to treat inflammation and minor aches and pains, when used for certain types of arthritis can actually cause destruction of your cartilage?

Information about Osteoarthritis
Everything you wanted to know about the most common form of arthritis – osteoarthritis.

Information about Rheumatoid Arthritis
Everything you wanted to know about the “systemic” kind of inflammatory arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis.

A Comprehensive List of the Different Types of Arthritis
There are over 100 different types of arthritis. Take a look at our list of the more common types.

Detailed Information on the Common Arthritis Types
Explore the common types of arthritis and even explore joint replacement. A great overall arthritis resource.

X-rays of Common Types of Arthritis
Dr. Brandser has been kind enough to provide you with X-rays of what arthritic jounts look like.

Handout on Health: Osteoarthritis
This National Institute of Health (NIH) booklet is a MUST read for anybody who wants to know more about osteoarthritis.

Handout on Health: Rheumatoid Arthritis
This National Institute of Health (NIH) booklet is an absolute MUST read for to learn about rheumatoid arthritis.

Comprehensive Exercises for Arthritis
This National Institure of Health (NIH) booklet outlines many different exercises for arthritis.

Tips for Arthritis Exercises
Quickly explore some of the exercises designed specifically for and to help arthritis.

Tips for Arthritis Management
Donnica L. Moore, MD suggests some quick tips to manage your arthritis pain.

Arthritis in Pets
Is your dog, cat or horse exhibiting symptoms that you think might be the result of arthritic pain?

Arthritis in Athletes
Explore the many options available to athletes with arthritis. Everything from cycling to running to ironman competitions is covered here.

Glucosamine Information
Everything you need to know about glucosamine – from its effects, to its effectiveness.

The Arthritis Center
Explore scores of articles on arthritis, readup on new developments and get some superb tips.

Glucosamine Research
Read up on actual scientific studies on glucosamine, with a plain text summary of each one.