Osteoarthritis Flashcards
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Osteoarthritis
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*wear and tear
degenerative joint disease characterized by swelling, pain and loss of shock-absorbing CARTILAGE
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Structure of Cartilage
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- collagen protein provides fibrous web
- proteoglycans GAGs
- water
- chondrocytes - responsible for manufacturing GAGs and collagen
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Causes & Contributors of Osteoarthritis
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- inflammatory diet
- gluten
- solanine in nightshades
- dehydration
- wear and tear, age related collaged degradation, insulin resistance, lack of exercise, fractures, mechanical damage
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NSAIDS & Osteoarthritis
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- address pain and inflammation but do not assist in regeneration, and may inhibit cartilage synthesis
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Nutrients for Osteoarthritis
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Glucosamine - stimulates production of GAGs, promotes incorporation of sulfur into joints, shown to work better than medications (over time)
SAMe - shown to reduce pain and clinical symptoms with similar efficacy as meds.
MSM - required for formation of cartilage
