There are many different treatment types for osteoarthritis and supplements are one of these.
Despite being a multi million dollar industry, there is little evidence supporting the use of either glucosamine or chondroitin (or a combination of both).
Another study was recently published that found no benefit in the use of these supplements.
http://www.nhs.uk/news/2010/09September/Pages/osteoarthritis-supplements-of-n...
There are many treatments that have good supporting evidence such as weight loss and exercise but they require more effort than taking a pill.
This is probably one of the reasons why the Unloader Knee Brace is becoming more popular. They are quick and easy to apply and don't require a lot of will power.
They are worth a try for anyone with an arthritic knee and can help achieve the other goals of less weight and more activity
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