Question 1

how can glucosamine work on our bodies?

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See details: This is a substance naturally made in humans and is used by the body to make certain components of cartilage. It is marketed as a supplement to treat osteoarthritis and is often combined with chondroitin and msm. Its proponents believe it benefits cartilage structure and alleviates the pain of oa. The evidence for this remains controversial but many studies have shown positive results.

Question 2

does glucosamine works on 80+ years old lady?

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As well as anyone: Else.  Many physicians and patients think it is usefull in alleviating knee and other joint pain. The theory is the supplement provides building blocks for critical joint elements.

Question 3

could glucosamine work for osteoarthritis?

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Possible: While it is possible, i don't think there is any good scientific evidence than this makes any difference for osteoarthritis.

Question 4

could glucosamine and chondoiten work for arthritis ?

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It can be: There is evidence that those supplements help with arthritis pain.  My advice is always to try it for about 3 months.  If you have no relief in that time then there is no point to continue taking the supplement.  If it helps then continue.

Question 5

does glucosamine and chondroitin really work?

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Yes: The combination of glucosamine and chondroitin has been shown in studies to (1) provide a degree of pain relief in the short term, and (2) trigger growth of new cartilage when taken for at least two years straight.  So it can help you pain and reverse some of the chronic damage.  You can find this in the health food store.  MSM is not necessary and adds to the cost of the product.

Question 6

how does glucosamine for chondromalacia does it work?

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Probably not.: A recent cochrane inst. Report looking at all published scientific studies did not find any benefit for osteoarthritis of the knee.  I suspect the same is true for chondromalacia patellae.

Question 7

does glucosamine and chondroitin really work for everyone?

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No: Glucosamine and chondroitin are supplements that some believe help osteoarthritis pain; studies have shown mixed results; the american academy of orthopedic surgeons recommend against routine prescription of these for knee oa as a randomized controlled trial showed no benefit; believers recommend 1500 mg of glucosamine + 1200 of chondroitin daily for many weeks; maybe try + see if it works for you.

Question 8

can glucosamine supplements work and can they help rebuild damaged tissues?

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Maybe and no: It remains controversial if glucosamine has any real benefit. There have been studies that have drawn totally opposite conclusions. If you try it take at least 1, 500 mg daily for at least 3 months before deciding if it has value. No, it does not rebuild damaged tissues.

Question 9

advanced aged has caused my knees to function much slower. glucosamine is an option, does it work?

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Sometimes: Nothing is guaranteed to help. You must take at least 1,500 mg daily and give it a 3 month trial before you decide if it is doing any good.

Question 10

does glucosamine / chondroitin work as a preservative?

Accepted Answer

No evidence !: These substances are not preservatives.  Used for arthritis problems, primarily osteoarthritis. I, as are many others, skeptical of there benefit.  Nonethless, they are not preservatives.  Gin is!

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