Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate with ASU - Joint Health Beyond NSAIDs

摘要

Although NSAIDs are the cornerstone of osteoarthritis (OA) treatment in dogs, pet owners and veterinarians have continued to seek management options with fewer side effects that can improve long-term quality of life for patients with OA. A more progressive approach to OA management may include NSAIDs, weight loss, controlled exercise and physical therapy, environmental modifications, and the use of disease-modifying chondroprotective agents such as oral glucosamine hydrochloride-chondroitin sulfate (GC) products. Incorporating GC into a multimodal management plan can improve long-term joint function for patients with OA.