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Discussion on Propholactic use of glucosamine and chonDrOitin?
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fern281
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Posted on Friday, Dec 25, 2009 - 4:48 pm:
Dr O-
I currently give my competitive trail horse a daily glucosamine/chonDrOitin supplement. He will be 9 years old in a couple of months, and to date, shows no symptoms of arthritis. He is usually ridden 30-60 miles per week... sometimes a bit more, sometimes less.
My question: in your opinion, is there a benefit in giving this supplement on a preventative basis?
Thanks,
Mary
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DrO
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Posted on Saturday, Dec 26, 2009 - 9:42 am:
Mary, we have no direct evidence of such action but evidence continues to grow that these supplements have subtle but beneficial effects in cases of work induced joint pain (arthritis). I think there is a good chance it might ameliorate joint damage from hard work.
DrO
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fern281
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Posted on Saturday, Dec 26, 2009 - 2:30 pm:
Thanks for the quick reply! the supplement I give him has (per label):
Ingredient Per Serving
Vitamin C 5000mg
Glucosamine HCl 5000mg
ChonDrOitin Sulfate 4000mg
Collagen 500mg
Hyaluronic Acid 40mg
Does this look like appropriate amounts of active ingredients?
Thanks,
Mary
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DrO
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Posted on Sunday, Dec 27, 2009 - 9:52 am:
Hello Mary, we give ingredient and dosage recommendations in the article but these are always changing and important to remember is we really do not know.
DrO
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