Dear Canuck Physio & Friends, Thank you for the reply. I'm from Ont but live in the UK so it sounds that we might have a similar history? I've got a few questions regarding your reply.
*I'm trying glucosamine sulfate. Is there any evidence that chondroitin is impt? Hard to see how such a large molecule like chondroitin would work? Similarly is there any evidence/reference for MSM, and cetyl myristoleate?
*Can you recommend book or type of professional for nutritional aspects of OA?
Thank you. Happy to hear from others too.
Ted
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Originally Posted by Canuck Physio
I would be inclined to mention that it may be useful to look into nutritional supplements. Although there is much debate about this, glucosamine sulfate and chondroitin appear to at the very least delay the onset of OA. Additionally synergy may be created when MSM, and cetyl myristoleate are added.
However, I believe that you may want to look at your general nutritional status. There are many factors related to proper nutritional status and certain nutritional compounds that may aid in delaying the progression of OA. Examples include low levels of Vitamin D.
Additionally I believe it is necessary to adopt an appropriately tailored physiotherapy based exercise resistance program. Mal-alignment is known to contribute to medial or lateral progression of the disease. JAMA 2001 Aug 15;286(7):792.
I believe that these 2 key aspects (nutrition & muscular balance and strength) are interventions that you can consult about with appropriately qualified professionals in your area so that you can manage your problem, and continue doing what you love to do.
Regards
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