Joint pain is something that is naturally going to come along with all the chemo - some just get it worse than others. I had to take Neurontin at times to deal with it, that was the best for short term relief.
Just to CLARIFY -
GLUCOSAMINE is something that helps to restrengthen connective tissues that help the joints move. When the Chondroitin is added it should be more effective in your body being able to use is as we need/want.
This supplement does NOT prevent neuropathy - but LISA may have been referring to the GLUTAMINE - a separate (usually powder) supplement that we spoon onto cereal or whatever to counteract the direct effects of the chemo on our nerve SHEATHS or coverings, damage that is more permanent.
Having had joint injuries over the years (especially shoulder due to car accidents) i had been using the Glucosamine successfully for years prior to cancer dx. Had full range of motion and this helped my reahab after lumpecotomy and nodes out.
MY DENTIST had also told me that it would assist in keeping my jaw and gums healthy as I had a couple of teeth receding! Those stabilized YEARS ago! So much for another side benefit!!
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