shark cartilage?

[Armykid93]

Anybody used it? Is it a valid joint supplement?

[testfeind123]

There are many components of shark cartilage that are known to exert beneficial effects on bone and joint health. Shark cartilage is a rich source of chondroitin and glycoaminoglycans (glucosamine-like compounds), both of which have been described as natural anti-inflammatory agents. In the case of glucosamine-like compounds, prospective clinical trials in humans have shown evidence of cartilage renewal in joints with advanced changes of osteoarthritis. The role of type II collagen of foreign origin (shark, chicken or bovine) in the induction of oral tolerization in immune types of arthritis (e.g. rheumatoid disease) has been well documented. Excellent clinical results in the improvement of inflammatory arthritis with type II collagen have been reported.

Various types of arthritis may be amenable to therapy with antiangiogenic compounds such as shark cartilage. Animal studies show it has major potential application in the treatment of pain and inflammation associated with arthritis. Several researchers have reported a clear association between neovascularization and osteoarthritis, adding weight to the rationale of using cartilage to treat arthritis. Shark cartilage is also a rich source of bioavailable calcium, which is beneficial for patients with osteoporosis who require calcium supplementation.

Animal Studies

Studies in animals have shown quite promising results with the use of cartilage for the treatment of arthritis of diverse forms. Rauis presented important data to the British Small Animal Veterinary Association Congress in 1991 on the beneficial effects of a prototype preparation of Cartilade for the treatment of secondary arthritis in the dog. Several beneficial outcomes were noted in these animal studies. Rauis (1991) utilized the prototype Cartilade brand of shark cartilage in 10 dogs with lameness due to the following disorders alone or in combination: joint fracture, hip dysplasia, joint dislocation, spondylopathy and rupture of the cruciate ligament.

The main beneficial effect in the study seemed to be reduction in the local swelling and inflammation in the joints of the dogs. Rauis described the overall effect on functional parameters in the dogs as "impressive." In this nonlabel, non-blinded study, Cartilade appeared effective and safe to administer in the treatment of canine osteoarthritis.

Human Studies

Dr. Robert Greenberg, DC showed a statistically significant benefit of the administration of Cartilade for osteoarthnitis in seven patients who tolerated the therapy well (Table 3). The successful use of shark cartilage (Cartilade), in the treatment of osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease in six patients have been reported by Dr. I.W. Lane. These six patients underwent nine outpatient visits during which 9g/day of shark cartilage were administered orally for the first four weeks of therapy and 4.5 gm/day were administered for the second four-week period. Assessments were undertaken of the patient symptoms and the tolerability of the shark cartilage. Of the six patients in the study, three completed the entire assessment, whereas one patient attended for several visits and two patients were seen on only one occasion. Lane reports Orloff's observations (Orloff, 1989, reported as a personal communication to Lane, 1991) as showing an approximate 50% decrease in pain in the three patients completing the study and varying degrees of amelioration of symptoms in others. In this study, there was a confirmed reduction of pain during physical exercise in two patients.

Dr. John F. Prudden (1985) is to be credited with pioneering studies of the use of bovine cartilage in the treatment of arthritis of varying type and degree of severity. These studies were based on the reasoning that abnormalities of the polysaccharide component of cartilage was a key abnormality in the joints of patients with osteoarthritis. This notion is supported to some degree by the findings that a stimulation of protein-chondroitin sulfate synthesis occurs as a consequence of the oral administration of articular cartilage. Prudden (cited by Kirchhof and Kirchhof, 1995), performed studies on patients with rheumatoid arthritis and reported favourable responses on the subcutaneous administration of bovine cartilage suspensions for periods up to 35 days. Thereafter, "booster" doses of cartilage were given at intervals of approximately three to four weeks in a manner determined by the therapeutic response of the patient. Patients with rheumatoid arthritis showed progressive improvement in joint symptoms aft er three months of therapy. Furthermore, Rejholec undertook a five year, double-blind study of the effect of cartilage on 147 patients with osteoarthritis, showing improved symptoms compared with placebo. One year following the studies of Rejholec, Brown and Weiss published their findings of angigenic stimulators in the joint fluid of patients with osteoarthritis. These findings added weight to the rationale for the use of cartilage and other "antiangiogenic" compounds in the treatment of osteoarthritis.

Source: The Glucosamine Foundation

[Armykid93]

dang man thanks haha
It will be really great if they find out it actually helps prevent cancer to

[lovbyts]

Lots of things HELP prevent cancer but so far nothing prevents it or will cure it. If there were such a cure Steve Jobs would still be among us dont you think?

[Armykid93]

Lots of things HELP prevent cancer but so far nothing prevents it or will cure it. If there were such a cure Steve Jobs would still be among us dont you think?

Yeah but if they find out something can actually help to prevent it I'll take it. Either way i'm still taking this shark stuff

[liberybell]

Right after my clavicle soldered, around 2 and 1/2 weeks later, I started to take shark cartilage.
Well my personal experience is that the shark cartilage has help to reduce pain and increase elasticity in the area, allowing me to start the movement of my arm much sooner.
Also, a couple years ago I twisted my ankle really bad, and the ankle has never been the same until I started taking the shark cartilage.
I also notice that my knees do not crack and hurt like before when I do my squats.
Recently I had purchase also shark cartilage cream. I notice this products is very effective on reducing inflammation and helps sore joints to recuperate much faster.

All and all a very good supplement for anybody that due to their activity inflicts a lot of damage and wear in their joints.
Also very helpful for those that suffer of arthritis or other joint disorders.

[liberybell]

Regarding the talk about cancer I have to mention my 14 years of research on this area:
low nourishment + high toxins = cancer
If You are interested on finding the truth about cancer it will be of great surprise to You that many therapies, of course known as 'alternatives' therapies which I refuse to call them, have had a much greater success that our conventional surgery, radiation and/or chemotherapy.
Just check the two most interesting on my opinion:
gerson.org/gerpress/the-gerson-therapy/
burzynskiclinic.com/
Hope this helps

[Armykid93]

Regarding the talk about cancer I have to mention my 14 years of research on this area:
low nourishment + high toxins = cancer
If You are interested on finding the truth about cancer it will be of great surprise to You that many therapies, of course known as 'alternatives' therapies which I refuse to call them, have had a much greater success that our conventional surgery, radiation and/or chemotherapy.
Just check the two most interesting on my opinion:
gerson.org/gerpress/the-gerson-therapy/
burzynskiclinic.com/
Hope this helps

what do you do that makes you know do much on the subject?

[Armykid93]

I also found out recently that it can set off shellfish allergies so I won't be taking it

[Jonnyg419]

My friend messed his shoulder up and started using it regularly and after a few weeks of daily use, his shoulder finally did get better. He had shoulder pain for almost 2 months before using the cartilage..and then it got better. Although time may have played a role as well.

[Ashop]

Right after my clavicle soldered, around 2 and 1/2 weeks later, I started to take shark cartilage.
Well my personal experience is that the shark cartilage has help to reduce pain and increase elasticity in the area, allowing me to start the movement of my arm much sooner.
Also, a couple years ago I twisted my ankle really bad, and the ankle has never been the same until I started taking the shark cartilage.
I also notice that my knees do not crack and hurt like before when I do my squats.
Recently I had purchase also shark cartilage cream. I notice this products is very effective on reducing inflammation and helps sore joints to recuperate much faster.

All and all a very good supplement for anybody that due to their activity inflicts a lot of damage and wear in their joints.
Also very helpful for those that suffer of arthritis or other joint disorders.

Ive never tried it so thanks for sharing your feedback.