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If you become a follower of this blog it will usually be for one of two reasons. The first would be that you suffer from Osteoarthritis (OA) and you want to do something about arthritis pain. Or, if you do not have Arthritis but would learn how to keep your joints healthy. Either way, you are in the right place.

Table of Contents: Stretching for Success Body Focus: Proper Lifting Technique Understanding & Dealing with Arthritis Pain     Stretching for Success Here are some tips for osteoarthritis pain and increasing your mobility through stretching. We have discussed the importance…

Table of Contents: 1. Living Life Out of Alignment 2. Beating Fatigue     Living Life Out of Alignment There are simple things that we do in everyday life just because we become accustomed to doing them. You walk with…

Table of Contents: The Arthritis Diet: Foods to Avoid Celebrex and Vioxx Potentially Fatal How to Evaluate a Glucosamine Product   The Arthritis Diet: Foods to Avoid Let’s begin by listing some food items that you should avoid. While there…

When we experience pain, it is nature’s way of telling us that something is wrong with our bodies. Pain comes in two different forms: Acute pain is that which generally lasts less than 5-6 weeks. Chronic pain is the kind that seems to go on forever and is the most typical for those suffering from osteoarthritis.

The reason your joints develop osteoarthritis is that it has stopped producing the elements necessary to maintain them. What is happening is really a two-fold problem. First, your body is not maintaining healthy joints, and secondly, “cartilage-chewing” enzymes are working to destroy the cartilage that is still present.

If you suffer from arthritis, you will be familiar with NSAIDs. They have become a part of American life. Some examples are Aspirin, Advil, Aleve, Excedrin, and Motrin just to name a few. They are a favorite of doctors when prescribing osteoarthritis pain relief.

Approximately 25-30% of family pets suffer from osteoarthritis. Stiffness, pain, and swelling that your pet experiences, is really no different than what you as a human being would. Although there are some differences that go to the cause of the disease, that is really not the important issue here.

Using premium-quality liquid glucosamine like Synflex®, the clinical studies state that users report pain relief. But, perhaps, more importantly, the clinical studies of glucosamine make clear that the product will “assist in rebuilding damaged cartilage.” That is a major point and there are decades of clinical studies that support it. 

It’s a fact of life as a dog owner that we’ll need to help our dogs deal with numerous health problems over the years. Many will only be temporary, while others will endure. One of the problems that dogs often…

For those suffering from diabetes, there has been a lot of misinformation about how Glucosamine Chondroitin might affect them. Frankly speaking, the use of Glucosamine for diabetics will not have a negative impact on them. This fact is surprising to…

By now most of us know that Glucosamine is a healthy alternative to using prescription drugs for our arthritis (osteoarthritis). And, the same is true of dogs and other family pets. But what about Glucosamine Chondroitin and what are the…

For a long time I shopped at a national drugstore chain in the small town I lived in. And, I knew most of the employees on sight since I was in there regularly. The reason I am mentioning this I…

So, if you have read our report about foods that are bad for arthritis it is natural that you would also want to know which foods are going to help you.  In general, the first article focused on “bad foods”…

Foods that increase arthritis pain If you suffer from Osteoarthritis (OA) and the pain that goes along with it, there are some things that you need to learn about food. That’s right. Food can affect your arthritis. In fact, I…

Got Arthritis? How about lifting weights? Well, that sounds challenging. I mean, who would expect that someone who suffers from Osteoarthritis would be interested in lifting weights? The answer may surprise you. Not only those who have used weights before…

So, your doctor has just told you that you have some arthritis to deal with. (Osteoarthritis) And of course, your primary concern is pain management. Let’s take a look at what some of the “medications” that may be recommended by…

Let’s get the facts straight As you may or may not know, dogs (and other animals) have natural Glucosamine in their bodies. And, just like humans do, they lose some of that Glucosamine as they get older. So, the result…

There is nothing more depressing than some doctor telling you that you have arthritis. You kind of know that just from the things you hear that this is not good news. The truth is that it is definitely not good…

How Glucosamine works Liquid Glucosamine vs. Pills/Capsules, Ingredients, & using the internet wisely to purchase Glucosamine When the adult population of the United States was surveyed about their supplement use, the results showed a significant number of them used supplements. In…

Of course, all of us are looking to buy the very best product of its kind. It doesn’t matter if it is computer; a tire for our car; or any other type of product, including Glucosamine.  What is troubling is…

Chondroitin Sulfate (CS) in fact plays a very big role in products that use Glucosamine. In fact, clinical trials indicate that Chondroitin Sulfate strengthens the power of Glucosamine. So, let’s take a look at this to understand how your joints…

In most European countries, Glucosamine requires a prescription That’s right. In a great many European countries you have to present a medical prescription in order to purchase a Glucosamine product. Yet in the United States, Glucosamine is sold in retail…

In 2001, the Glucosamine world was rocked by the introduction of Synflex Original Formula. It was the first major internet presence for a liquid Glucosamine formula and it was an enormous success. So, you have to be asking yourself “what…

Liquid Glucosamine for Cats We’ve talked about dogs and how Winter weather can cause them to have joint problems. Of corse, they often are out running in the bad weather and it seems inevitable that this would happen. But, what…

By now you should know that even our furry friends need Glucosamine. And, much like humans, they may need it even before they are showing signs of Osteoarthritis. The question then becomes, what is the best Glucosamine for them? Vet’s…

One of the biggest fears for most animal owners is their pet having arthritis.  The most common of these issues is feline arthritis. Arthritis can be very simple, depending on how advanced it is. It is never too late to…

Many vets today are taking a more conservative approach to feline arthritis. This approach may provide a more effective and less expensive approach when dealing with feline arthritis. The supplements that are most widely used are glucosamine and chondroitin. (combined)…

Do you want less Arthritis Pain? Let me show you how to do it Lack of sleep and increased pain “What I wouldn’t give for a good night’s sleep.” Wherever you may live in the world, I am certain you…

Wrist Arthritis – It’s a tough one Arthritis in your wrist is no laughing matter. You use your hands which of course means your wrists all day long. So, if OA makes your wrists a target it is not only…

It is hard to believe but true. Nearly 25% of the bones in your body are found in your ankles and feet. So, you can likely see the big problem potential here. If you have a problem even with one…

That is a good question. Most people are familiar with Osteoarthritis (OA) and with good reason. That is the most common type of “arthritis” that we deal with. That is far from the only kind of arthritis that can affect…

Synflex® offers two liquid Glucosamine products that are used specifically for dogs. Synflex® 1500 should (not) be used for family pets. Yes, there is slightly more Glucosmine in that formula but it also contains White Willow Bark. White Willow Bark…

Pet owners who have had Rimdayl® prescribed for their arthritic dog has heard the stories. Rimadyl® can cause internal bleeding, liver failure, and bloody diarrhea. There is no denying that these severe side effects may occur in your pet. There…

Pills and Capsules Pills and capsules use fillers and binders. Many of these products use very low-quality Glucosamine in their blends. The clinical testing shows us that only about 13-14% of the Glucosamine is actually effective when you take it…

30 minutes of exercise a day and Liquid Glucosamine According to federal health officials, we should all engage in at least 30 minutes of exercise a day. That is a moderate amount of exercise activity. So if you do that,…

Certainly, there is no shortage of joint products on the market that only have Glucosamine in them. And, many sell for less money than combination formulas that have Chondroitin Sulfate in them. Let’s talk about the addition of CS to…

Yes indeed. If you have any form of Osteoarthritis in your back, you have to be very careful when engaging in some activities. Just a few simple tips can give your back a break. Tips that can help you on…

This is a difficult thing to comprehend but “if you think you are going to have pain, you are indeed going to have pain.” So, there is part of your brain that takes your thoughts and turns them into actual…

New clinical findings find that Glucosamine is just as good as the prescription medication. For all the talk about Glucosamine in recent news articles, a new clinical study has demonstrated that high-quality Glucosamine formulas may be just as effective as…