Arthritis is a very common condition that can affect any joint in the body. It most commonly affects joints that bear most of our weight such as knees and feet, as well as joints we use a lot in everyday life, such as those in our hands. It can lead to difficulties in moving joints normally as symptoms can develop such as pain, swelling and stiffness. There are several types of arthritis, the main types being osteoarthritis, gout and rheumatoid arthritis. It can affect anyone regardless of age, although some types are more common in older people. Although there is no cure there are some treatments that can provide relief from symptoms and allow you to live a more comfortable life, including lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise, pain relief medication, physical therapies, complementary treatments and supplements.
There are many supplements that have been widely explored for the purpose of joint care, and also in the treatment of arthritis. Supplements such as Glucosamine and Chondroitin are widely known, and particularly popular for the maintenance of healthy joints and mobility. They can work well when combined with other supplements that aim to decrease inflammation and provide pain relief. One of these popular and well researched supplements that has been used in clinical studies is Celadrin®.
Celadrin® is a natural product that has been developed to support joint function and relieve pain. It is made from a patented blend of esterified fatty acids and works similar to but more effectively than the essential fatty acids from fish oils - EPA and DHA.
Available as a topical cream or a daily capsule, Celadrin® induces changes in the cell membranes to assist healthy joint function. It decreases inflammation and lubricates cell membranes throughout the body to restore the fluid cushioning bones and joints and promotes flexibility and mobility. It is fast acting, reducing discomfort in joints quickly and long term the reduction of inflammation achieved by using Celadrin® positively helps towards healthy joint function.
You can even combine taking Celadrin® with Glucosamine for dual action benefits in joint health, and it is suitable for athletes as well as the elderly.
Widely used and a natural alternative to NSAIDs there is also plenty of science behind Celadrin®, with numerous clinical studies showing positive results. A 2001 study was conducted on 64 patients with osteoarthritis of the knee, and it was determined that Celadrin® when taken orally provided improvements to knee range of motion, and overall function over a placebo.
Both oral and topical applications of Celadrin have been shown to be suitable and effective in studies.
In another study with 40 patients suffering with osteoarthritis of the knee, those treated with Celadrin® cream for 30 days showed increased standing stability over treatment with a placebo.
Although it may not seem possible, incorporating exercise into your daily life can actually make the symptoms such as pain and swelling seem much better. As a natural anti-inflammatory Celadrin® can provide pain relief allowing sufferers to engage in a regular routine of low-impact exercises such as swimming, cycling, brisk walking, yoga and pilates which are most commonly recommended. If you persevere with them then muscles can become much stronger to provide better support around the joints, as well as helping the joints to become supple and maintain their range of movement, it can reduce the likelihood of them becoming stiff.
As well as this, the overall improvements to health and fitness are beneficial – exercise can help you to maintain a healthy weight, which can also reduce the pressure on joints to ease pain. The natural endorphins that are released into the blood through exercise can also benefit you as they can reduce our perception of pain and can help you to feel good, boosting positivity levels. This is also an important factor in managing symptoms as low mood and depression can often accompany other arthritic symptoms, significantly affecting daily life. Exercise has been widely known to help combat depression. Exercising regularly can also help you to get a good night’s sleep, which can help give the body longer to repair itself.
Unfortunately, conditions such as arthritis are all too common, particularly as we age. We have a wide selection of high quality natural supplements specifically for joint care including celadrin® cream and capsules to help protect, support and maintain them.
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