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Without medication, what are some natural methods of pain relief for osteochondritis dessicans lesions (ocd) of the knee that i can do?

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Strengthening: Strengthening of the muscles around the knee can help. Omega-3's, which are found in fish oil, are natural anti-inflammatories and may help as well. The literature is mixed on glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate and msm, but you could try it. Platelet-rich plasma injections, which are made from your own blood may help as well. However, sometimes surgery is necessary.

Answered 1/4/2013

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