08-18-2006, 03:33 PM
A large (1200+ subject) study by NIH was far from positive. They determined that subjects who took glucosamine + condroitin for 6weeks for OA knee pain had no better results than those taking placebo. But, the study noted that there was a small group that did benefit, which could be worthy of further research.
Another study of longer-term use is in progress, of the effects of 2yrs use. -Should test the claim of Glu/condr's ability to build back up cartilage.
Another study of longer-term use is in progress, of the effects of 2yrs use. -Should test the claim of Glu/condr's ability to build back up cartilage.