Osteoarthritis
Try using analgesics like paracetamol (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), naproxen (Aleve), or aspirin to treat pain.
- Use topical ointment
Treat discomfort with an ointment or cream containing 0.025 to 0.075% capsaicin four times a day over painful joints: make sure not to let capsaicin come in contact with the eyes.
- Add antioxidants
Eat more fruits and vegetables and take 400 to 1,600 IU a day of vitamin E to put antioxidants to work protecting your joints.
- Help prevent joint damage with GS and CS
Take 1,500 mg a day of glucosamine sulphate, 800 to 1,200 mg a day of chondroitin sulphate, or a combination of both supplements, for pain and to protect joints.
- Get moving
Start a gentle programme of walking and strengthening exercise to reduce pain and improve joint function.
- Slim down
Achieve and maintain a healthy weight to reduce stress to joints and prevent osteoarthritis.
- Get moving
A gentle programme of walking and strengthening exercise has been shown to benefit people with osteoarthritis—so get a jumpstart by staying active before problems start.
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