CH 23 Rehab And Alt Med Flashcards
TRUE OR FALSE
Complementary medicine is used in conjunction with conventional medicine.
true
Naturally occurring and biologically active products that can be supplemented in a patient’s diet to provide a health benefit
Nutraceuticals
Oral or injectable medications that can help maintain the health of cartilage cushions
Chondroprotectants
The practice of using plant materials to treat animals
Herbal medicine
Glucosamine
Inhibits enzymes that are responsible for cartilage degeneration and decrease the production of inflammatory mediators
Stimulates the production of of glucosaminoglycans, inhibits degrative enzymes, enhances production of hyaluronic acid.
Chondroitin
Decreases joint pain, inhibits inflammation (joints, skin, heart)
Omega 3 fatty acids