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Chondroitin for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Chondroitin: Multiple clinical trials have examined the use of oral chondroitin in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee and other locations (spine, hips, and finger joints). Most of these studies ....
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Willowbark for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Willowbark: Willowbark (Salix alba) that contains salicin has been used to treat many different kinds of pain. Willow bark is a traditional analgesic (pain relieving) therapy for osteoarthritis and joint, ....
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Glucosamine for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Glucosamine: Glucosamine is a natural compound that is found in healthy cartilage. Based on human research, there is good evidence to support the use of glucosamine sulfate in the treatment ....
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Psychotherapy for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Psychotherapy: Psychotherapy is an interactive process between a person and a qualified mental health professional. The patient will explore thoughts, feelings, and behavior to help with problem solving. Although group ....
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Physical therapy for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Physical therapy: The goal of physical therapy is to improve mobility, restore function, reduce pain, and prevent further injuries. Several techniques, including exercises, stretches, traction, electrical stimulation, and massage, are ....
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Omega-3 fatty acids (fish oils) for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Omega-3 fatty acids (fish oils): Multiple studies report improvements in morning stiffness and joint tenderness with the regular intake of fish oil supplements for up to three months. Benefits have ....
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Devils claw for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Devil's claw: Devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) originates from the Kalahari and Savannah desert regions of South and Southeast Africa.There is increasing scientific evidence suggesting that devil's claw is safe and ....
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Borage seed oil for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Borage seed oil: Borage (Borago officinalis) is an herb native to Syria that has spread throughout the Middle East and Mediterranean. Borage flowers and leaves may be eaten, and borage ....
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Avocado for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Avocado: A combination of avocado/soybean unsaponifiables (ASU) has been found beneficial in osteoarthritis of the knee and hip. Additional study using avocado (Persea Americana)
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Acupuncture for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Acupuncture: Acupuncture is commonly used throughout the world. According to Chinese medicine theory, the human body contains a network of energy pathways through which vital energy, called chi, circulates. These ....
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TENS for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
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SAMe for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
SAMe: SAMe has been studied extensively in the treatment of osteoarthritis. SAMe reduces the pain associated with osteoarthritis and is well tolerated in this patient population. Although an optimal dose ....
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Arnica for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Arnica: Arnica (Arnica montana) gel has been used on the skin for osteoarthritis pain and stiffness, due to its anti-inflammatory constituents. Although early study is promising, additional study is needed.Natural ....
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Yoga for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Yoga: Yoga is an ancient system of relaxation, exercise, and healing with origins in Indian philosophy. Yoga is often practiced by healthy individuals with the aim to achieve relaxation, fitness, ....
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Turmeric for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Turmeric: The rhizome (root) of turmeric (Curcuma longa Linn.) has long been used in traditional Asian medicine.Turmeric has been used historically to treat rheumatic conditions. Laboratory and animal studies show ....
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Thymus extract for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Thymus extract: Thymus extracts for nutritional supplements are usually derived from young calves (bovine). Thymus extract is commonly used to treat primary immunodeficiencies, bone marrow failure, autoimmune disorders, chronic skin ....
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Tai chi for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Tai chi: Tai chi is a system of movements and positions believed to have developed in 12th Century China. Tai chi techniques aim to address the body and mind as ....
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Relaxation therapy for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Relaxation therapy: Relaxation techniques include behavioral therapeutic approaches that differ widely in philosophy, methodology, and practice. The primary goal is usually non-directed relaxation. In a randomized study of patients with ....
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Probiotics for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Probiotics: Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that are sometimes called friendly germs. They help maintain a healthy intestine and aid in digestion. They also help keep harmful bacteria and yeasts in ....
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Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5): Pantothenic acid is found in many foods, including, meats, liver, kidney, fish/shellfish, chicken, vegetables, legumes, yeast, eggs, and milk. It has been reported that pantothenic acid ....
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Niacin for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Niacin: Vitamin B3 is made up of niacin (nicotinic acid) and its amide, niacinamide, and can be found in many foods, including yeast, meat, fish, milk, eggs, green vegetables, and ....
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MSM for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
MSM: Methylsulfonylmethane, or MSM, is a form of organic sulfur that occurs naturally in a variety of fruits, vegetables, grains, and animals. MSM is a normal oxidation product of dimethyl ....
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Magnet therapy for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Magnet therapy: Magnetic fields play an important role in Western medicine. For instance, they are used for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), pulsed electromagnetic fields, and experimental magnetic stimulatory techniques. Several ....
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Guided imagery for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Guided imagery: Guided imagery refers to a number of techniques, including metaphor, storytelling, fantasy, game playing, dream interpretation, drawing, visualization, active imagination, and direct suggestion using imagery. Therapeutic guided imagery ....
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Guggul for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Guggul: Guggul (gum guggul) is a resin produced by the mukul mirth tree. There is insufficient evidence to support the use of guggul or guggul derivatives for the management of ....
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Evening primrose oil for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Evening primrose oil: Evening primrose oil contains an omega-6 essential fatty acid called gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which is believed to be the active ingredient. Benefits of evening primrose oil in ....
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Chiropractic therapy for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Chiropractic: Chiropractic is a healthcare discipline that focuses on the relationship between musculoskeletal structure (primarily the spine) and body function (as coordinated by the nervous system), and how this relationship ....
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Cats claw for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Cat's claw: Cat's claw is widely used in the United States and Europe, and it is one of the top herbal remedies sold despite a lack of high-quality human evidence. ....
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Bromelain for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Bromelain: Bromelain is an herb that contains a digestive enzyme that comes from the stem and the fruit of the pineapple plant (Ananus comosus). When taken with meals, bromelain may ....
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Boswellia for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Boswellia: Resin extracts from the Boswellia serrata tree have been found to have anti-inflammatory effects. Due to boswellia's potential anti-inflammatory properties, boswellia has been suggested as a potential treatment for ....
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Boron for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Boron: Boron is a trace element, which is found throughout the global environment. Based on human population research, in a boron rich environment, people appear to have fewer joint disorders. ....
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Black cohosh for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Black cohosh: Although it has been suggested that black cohosh (Actaea racemosa) may help relieve joint pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, further research is needed. High doses ....
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Beta-sitosterol for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Beta-sitosterol: Beta-sitosterol is found in plant-based foods, such as fruits, vegetables, soybeans, breads, peanuts, and peanut products. It is also found in bourbon and oils, such as olive oil, flaxseed, ....
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Beta carotene for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Beta carotene: Beta-carotene is a member of the carotenoid family, which contains highly pigmented (red, orange, yellow), fat-soluble compounds naturally present in many fruits, grains, oils, and vegetables (green plants, ....
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Astaxanthin for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Astaxanthin: Astaxanthin is found in microalgae, yeast, salmon, trout, krill, shrimp, crayfish, crustaceans, and the feathers of some birds. Astaxanthin has been suggested as a possible treatment for rheumatoid arthritis ....
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Ashwagandha for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Ashwagandha: The use of ashwagandha in osteoarthritis has been suggested based on its reported anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic properties. Well-designed human research is needed to confirm these results.Natural Standard Monograph, Copyright ....
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Selenium for Joint, Tendon, and Muscle Pain
Selenium: Selenium is a trace mineral found in soil, water, and some foods. It is an essential element in several metabolic pathways. Selenium-ACE, a formulation containing selenium with three vitamins, ....
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