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The effect of nutritional supplements on osteoarthritis

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posted on 2023-05-17, 20:09 authored by Wang, YY, Louise PrenticeLouise Prentice, Vietta, L, Wluka, A, Cicuttini, F
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of joint disease and cause of musculoskeletal disability in the elderly. Conventional management of OA primarily focuses on the relief of symptoms, using agents such as analgesics and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). These drugs, however, are associated with significant side effects and fail to slow the progression of OA. Several nutritional supplements have been shown to be at least as effective as NSAIDs at relieving the symptoms of OA, and preliminary evidence suggests several of these supplements may have a role in influencing the course of OA. The purpose of this article is to review the available literature on the effectiveness and safety of nutritional supplements for the treatment of OA.

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Publication title

Alternative Medicine Review

Volume

9

Pagination

275 - 296

ISSN

1089-5159

Department/School

Tasmanian School of Medicine

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Clinical health not elsewhere classified

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