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Wednesday, November, 25, 2009
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Have you been diagnosed with OA of the knee?  Get a FREE knee pain relief kit.Start here.

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Grant Cooper

Grant Cooper

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posted 04/28/2008, comments (0)

Should I take supplements for my hip and knee osteoarthritis? Which ones?

First, understand that there is no "magic supplement" that will cure osteoarthritis.  In this post, we'll talk about the real difference between supplements and arthritis medication, how to select a supplement to buy and about a few common osteoarthritis supplements, including glucosamine and chondroitin. Also, note that the most... Read moreChevron
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Matthew Thompson

Matthew Thompson

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Orthopedic Surgeon
posted 04/21/2008, comment (1)

Advanced Treatment of Osteoarthritis

"My doctor said to exercise and lose weight, but I can't exercise because it is too painful!"  This scenario highlights one of the difficulties of treating osteoarthritis.  We know that lifestyle changes can help, but they can be difficult to make when in pain.  As anyone who has dealt with chronic pain can attest to, pain can... Read moreChevron
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The breakdown of cartilage in the knee can lead to bony protrusions called spurs and considerable joint pain.

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