Nutraceuticals and osteoarthritis pain: Impact of Artropol

Major Gheorghe GIURGIU¹,Prof. dr. Manole COJOCARU², SciRes I, EuSpLM

¹Deniplant-Aide Sante Medical Center, Biomedicine, Bucharest, Romania

deniplant@gmail.com; Telephone: +4 0744 827 881

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5449-2712

²Titu Maiorescu University, Faculty of Medicine, Bucharest, Romania

Romanian Academy of Scientists

cojocaru.manole@gmail.com; Telephone: +4 0723 326 663
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7192-7490

Background The prevalence of osteoarthritis increases not only because of longer life expectancy but also because of the modern lifestyle, in particular physical inactivity and diets low in fiber and rich in sugar and saturated fats, which promote chronic low-grade inflammation and obesity. The gut microbiome may shed light on this possible common pathogenesis. 

Objectives Nutraceuticals have recently been shown to have potential in relieving osteoarthritis pain. The purpose of this study was to review the association between gut microbiome and pain in the osteoarthritis population. This study designed to evaluate the effect of nutraceutical supplementation on pain intensity and physical function in patients with knee/hip osteoarthritis.  The objective of this review is to discuss the scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Artropol. 

Materials and methods Nutraceuticals refer to compounds or materials that can function as nutrition and exert a potential therapeutic effect, including the relief of pain, such as pain related to arthritis, of which osteoarthritis is the most common form. We will overview osteoarthritis pain and the use of Artropol in osteoarthritis pain management, focusing on those that have been evaluated by clinical trials.

Results Our study opens new horizons for the managing of degenerative joint diseases. Nutraceuticals and dietary supplements derived from herbs have long been used in traditional medicine and there is considerable evidence that nutraceuticals may play an important role in inflammation and joint destruction in osteoarthritis.

Conclusion The study indicates Artropol may represent promising alternative for the relief of osteoarthritis pain. Such prevention and alternative/adjunct therapies could come from nutraceuticals.

Keywords: osteoarthritis, pain management, nutraceuticals, Artropol