Osteoarthritis: analgesics, lubricants and vitamins
Date
2000
Authors
Pile, Kevin D.
Editors
Advisors
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Type:
Journal article
Citation
Current Therapeutics, 2000 41(2):34-39
Statement of Responsibility
Conference Name
Abstract
Biomechanical review of weight, occupation, splints and footwear is a key step in osteoarthritis (OA) management and prevention. Non- steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and specific cyclooxygenase- 2 (COX-2) inhibitors provide pain relief in OA. Intra-articular hyaluronic acid has a major placebo response but appears to be effective for knee OA. Vitamins C and D appear to reduce pain and radiological progression of OA but do not influence the development of new OA changes.