Joint
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definition: Arthritis
Degeneration and loss of the articular cartilage, with concurrent subchondral bony sclerosis, cartilage and bony proliferation at the joint margins, and the growth of osteophytes. Also called "the wear and tear disease"; "Degenerative joint disease: DJD"; and just "arthritis". -
etiology:
This is the most common form of arthritis and can affect all the joints, but has special affinity for the weight-bearing joints (knees, hip, spine). It is seen in all breeds small and large and onset can be as young as 4 if due to injury or autoimmune disorders. OA is universal and can have a hereditary tendency. The initiating factors include poor diet, trauma, and repetitive forceful stress to a joint. -
signs and symptoms:
Onset is gradual and begins in one or a few joints.
• Pain: deep, aching; worse movement and reducing barometric pressure, and better rest and warmth.
• Stiffness: worse morning upon rising, and after periods of rest during the day; lasts 15-30 minutes; better moving.
• Trouble sleeping at night from pain and stiffness.
• Joint crepitus with movement.
• Weakness of the joint on weight bearing.
• Chronic symptom picture may be punctuated by acute flare-ups of pain, swelling and stiffness. -
Recommended Products
• High Potency Vitamin C
• Omega Oil
• Joint and Ligament Support (practitioner only medication)
• Nature's Calcium
Joint & Ligament Support
RRP$50.00
For sale via practitioner only (Animal Naturopath) and export outside Australia.
Glucosamine and chondroitin may support the maintenance of healthy joints through their role in the synthesis of structural components of the joint.
Omega 3, 6 & 9 Oil for Cats
RRP$15.00
Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids are essential dietary nutrients, and are recognised to play an important role in maintaining skin and joint health.
High Potency Vitamin C
RRP$40.00
A gentle and tasty multi source vitamin C plus antioxidant resveratrol and mineral ascorbates. Low dosage, high absorbency formula.
Omega 3, 6 & 9 Oil for Dogs 500ml
RRP$25.00
Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids are essential dietary nutrients, and are recognised to play an important role in maintaining skin and joint health.
Omega 3, 6 & 9 Oil for Dogs/Horses 1 litre
RRP$35.00
Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids are essential dietary nutrients, and are recognised to play an important role in maintaining skin and joint health.
Nature's Calcium
RRP$14.00
Highly concentrated supplementation for deficiencies in a normal diet. The only calcium made from 100% organic ingredients. Free from limestone, chalk or bone meal. Suitable for dogs, cats and especially puppies, kittens and elderly pets