Arthelio Joint Support 90 Capsules

Arthelio Joint Support 30 Capsules contain a unique patented combination of inactivated Bifidobacterium longum CBi0703 and Vitamin C, specifically formulated to support the joints. Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage.

What are the risk factors for osteoarthritis?

Bone Density: High bone density has been found to be associated with OA at the knee and hip.

Weight: Being overweight or obese puts more stress on joints, particularly weight bearing joints like the hips and knees.
Obesity may also have metabolic effects and cause low grade inflammation, a factor now thought to contribute to the
development of OA.

Joint injury: Injury, overuse of a joint causing repetitive stress, or joint surgery may lead to OA at that site later in life.

Occupation: Certain occupations that involve physically demanding work and repetitive movements can cause excessive stress on a joint and increase the risk of OA

Genetics: Genetics are a key risk factor for OA of the hands and play a smaller role in OA of the hips and knees

The Gut Microbiota and Osteoarthritis

In addition to mechanical and other risk factors, accumulating evidence suggests that the presence of chronic low-grade inflammation has a role in the development of osteoarthritis. This low-grade inflammation appears to be related to the composition of the gut microbiota. An imbalance of the gut microbiota, known as dysbiosis, can lead to increased permeability of the intestinal wall. This facilitates the movements of pro-inflammatory molecules such as endotoxins into the blood. These endotoxins can activate the immune system and cause systemic low-grade inflammation, which may ultimately lead to breakdown of the joint structure.

The link between dysbiosis and osteoarthritis offers new therapeutic opportunities to help patients manage the condition. By modulating the composition of the gut bacteria it may be possible to reduce the progression of osteoarthritis.

What are the stages of osteoarthritis?

Stage 1 Minor: Minimum loss of cartilage, doubtful narrowing of joint space

Stage 2 Mild: Cartilage beginning to break down, Joint-space narrowing, occurrence of bone spurs

Stage 3 Moderate: Moderate joint-space reduction, multiple bone spurs, possible deformity of bone ends

Stage 4 Severe: Joint-space greatly reduced, large bone spurs, definite deformity of bone ends