repairing the joints

so about a year ago I got knee surgery and my knee is fully functional, but I get artheritis-like pain and it pops a lot (painless) when I walk. I mean it doesen't keep me from doing jitz but it would be nice to have it be the way it used to be.

So I was wondering, are there any prescriptions that I can talk to my doc about to help my knee repair itself back to how it used to be? I mean you hear about pro athletes healing in record times and the only explanation to that is that they must be using some kind of drug.

I heard something about GHRP-6 working miracles on people, getting them back to perfect condition in a matter of weeks.

But I'm not sure if I can get it as a prescription. So my question is, is there anything I can get to repair my joints? I do not want to do anything illegally because I would feel like a cheater, and it's really against my values to be that kind of person.

I have had joint problems for the last 13 years...I have not had any real significant results with anything really. =/

GLucosamine condroitin or proline helps along with fish oil. PM Conor Huen. He is a guru

http://www.vitacost.com/vibrant-heal...u=074306800084 that's what I take for my joints and I feel great when I'm using it.

i take one glucosamine tablet a day.. its probably doing something good. i rarely get injuries these days. you can get them from supermarkets i think.

but you should prob be rehabilitating - knee excercises like squatting and whatnot

First off, just a word about pro athletes, make no mistake that during the rehab process or post-op these guys are in therapy for HOURS daily working with top therapists and docs, not to mention the best meds (legal and sometimes illegal) that money can buy. So the miraculous recovery times in most cases are impossible to replicate by the general public.

But, there are things you can do to help. Not sure about the GHRP-6 but like Frank said, glucosamine chondroitin and fish oil can be helpful to fight off joint inflammation which are both over-the-counter.

One question I'm curious about is the nature of your previous knee surgery? Was it a total knee, arthroscopy, ACL repair, etc.? Arthritis-like symptoms (which are usually described as "achiness") are rare to find in patients post-total knee arthroscopies. On the other hand, if you were scoped or had a ligament repair, certainly there's a possibly that there's other damage in your knee which is now catching up with you.

I do notice that you're looking for a pill or something like that to repair your knee. If the muscles surrounding the knee aren't sufficiently strong and flexible, medication for pain, inflammation or repair won't do you a whole lot of good in the long run as structurally, your knee still won't be sound.

Since you mention going to see a doctor anyway, I would recommend either following up with a reputable orthopedic physician in your area, or better yet the doctor that performed the original surgery to discuss options, which of course supplementation or medication may be a part of. I also think physical therapy would certainly be viable and couldn't hurt. IMO, if you practice jitz on more than a purely recreational basis (say, 1-2x a week) then you need to essentially consider yourself an athlete and treat your body accordingly - in your case meaning that the strength you may need in your core, legs, etc. in order to avoid future injury would be greater than someone leading a sedentary lifestyle.

I from experience, acl reconnection to bone one leg. then year later blowing out the other knee twice,no surgery. Strengthen those muscles around the knees, they will keep everything tight. pills are useless and those joint stuff made mine feel soft so I quit taking that. Regular strength exercise & stretching is about the only thing that will get you close to Original but it will never be the same after an injury. I'm still nervous about jumping off high objects. I used to be able to jump off buildings 20' high no problem :( now 5' is sketchy.

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Originally Posted by Rick Weise

First off, just a word about pro athletes, make no mistake that during the rehab process or post-op these guys are in therapy for HOURS daily working with top therapists and docs, not to mention the best meds (legal and sometimes illegal) that money can buy. So the miraculous recovery times in most cases are impossible to replicate by the general public.

But, there are things you can do to help. Not sure about the GHRP-6 but like Frank said, glucosamine chondroitin and fish oil can be helpful to fight off joint inflammation which are both over-the-counter.

One question I'm curious about is the nature of your previous knee surgery? Was it a total knee, arthroscopy, ACL repair, etc.? Arthritis-like symptoms (which are usually described as "achiness") are rare to find in patients post-total knee arthroscopies. On the other hand, if you were scoped or had a ligament repair, certainly there's a possibly that there's other damage in your knee which is now catching up with you.

I do notice that you're looking for a pill or something like that to repair your knee. If the muscles surrounding the knee aren't sufficiently strong and flexible, medication for pain, inflammation or repair won't do you a whole lot of good in the long run as structurally, your knee still won't be sound.

Since you mention going to see a doctor anyway, I would recommend either following up with a reputable orthopedic physician in your area, or better yet the doctor that performed the original surgery to discuss options, which of course supplementation or medication may be a part of. I also think physical therapy would certainly be viable and couldn't hurt. IMO, if you practice jitz on more than a purely recreational basis (say, 1-2x a week) then you need to essentially consider yourself an athlete and treat your body accordingly - in your case meaning that the strength you may need in your core, legs, etc. in order to avoid future injury would be greater than someone leading a sedentary lifestyle.

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My knee was scoped a year ago. The doctor diagnosed me with plica syndrome and said he had never seen so much buildup of inflamed plica in his life. He said I may never be able to do jitz again. I am now.

I leg press 350 lbs, do leg extensions of 140 lbs, inner thigh press of 260 lbs, outer thigh press of 175 lbs, hamstring flexion of 130, do 30-50 body squats in varying stances (wide stance to shoulder width) and work these muscle 1-2 times a week (I weigh 150), and once in a while at jitz they throw a 200 pound dude on my back and have me do 6 sets of 10 squats so it's safe to say the muscles around my knee are pretty strong.

I also did physical therapy post surgery for about 3 months.

Hm in that case I wouldn't call it arthritis like symptoms, more like pain in the inner left portion of the knee when doing leg extension-like exercise. The pain improved dramatically over a 6 month period, then just plateaued. these days the pain does not improve or get worse with exercise it just kind of stays the same. I have taken glucosamine, fish oil, and ibeprofin, none of which made much difference.

The pains not unbearable, and doesen't limit me, I'd just like a way for it to go away completely. I'm only 21 after all.

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Originally Posted by Brian Morency

I from experience, acl reconnection to bone one leg. then year later blowing out the other knee twice,no surgery. Strengthen those muscles around the knees, they will keep everything tight. pills are useless and those joint stuff made mine feel soft so I quit taking that. Regular strength exercise & stretching is about the only thing that will get you close to Original but it will never be the same after an injury. I'm still nervous about jumping off high objects. I used to be able to jump off buildings 20' high no problem :( now 5' is sketchy.

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hahaha I feel you bro.

Isaiah,

Find a Joint Soother with Glucosamine, Chondroiton, and MSM; as these will help lubricate your joints. I personally use Shark Cartilage to help repair my Cartilage, but a combination of the following might help relieve pain and repair cartilage.

Omega-3 Fish Oil - Dosage: (between 1,000 and 1,360mg; 900 and 950 active EPA/DHA)
The best way to obtain Omega-3 fatty acids is from a rich and healthy diet; eating fish 2-3 times a week, but because most people don't, (or can't afford this) so we can use supplements to obtain these good, healthy, and essential fatty acids. Omega-3 can help support healthy joints, heart health, add an increase in energy, eliminate mercury, protect our immune system, regulate molecule production to protect joint health, circulatory health, and may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.

Bromelain - Dosage: anywhere between 500-1,000mg (600GDU/gram)
Bormelain is a natural pineapple enzyme that can help in the aid of joints and help create joint comfort. It's also a natural pineapple enzyme that helps treat and care for your digestion.

Joint Soother - Dosage: Varies between brands.
A Joint Soother will help lubricate your joints, create flexibility, comfort, and will help your joints from the inside-out. Make sure it contains:

a) Glucosamine, as this will help nourish your cartilage and support joint relief, in lamen terms. It's also an amino sugar.
b) MSM. It relieves pain and inflammation.
c) Chondroitin is a huge part of your cartilage and will help repair and rebuild them as well as help treat arthritis.
1) These three combined can be pictured like this, forming a water barrier between your outer layer-joints and under your skin. Together they also promote lubrication for your joints.

Shark Cartilage - Dosage: Between 740mg and (at most) 4,440mg a day.
This is a natural source of many of the key nutrients necessary in rebuilding cartilage and is a anti-inflammatory that helps your joints and wounds heal and may prevent some cancers as well. It contains a natural source of Chondroitin Sulfate.

Other ways you can look into are wrapping your joints in moistured heat, as this will allow more comfort. Also, you will need alot of rest for the specific area.


Hope this helps and sorry to hear about your knee pain.

P.S.
In no way, shape, or form am I a doctor. I've just had alot of personal experience with similar symptoms you've described and work in a field to help aid people with similar problems; like yours.

Rick

Take animal flex, all your joint needs in one pack and its about as strong as you will find anywhere
http://www.discount-supplements.co.u...tem=uni0-01662

What's your guys take on kre-celazine ?
Ive been using it and it feels more effective than glucosamine

Ive not heard of it before it sounds prety good though. I like the alkalizing effect that it had. Ive read in a few places that a lot of injuries and illness in the body are caused by excess acidity in the body and neutralizing you ph levels can help with alot of things.

I may order some next time i run out of flex

I prefer to stick to natural stuff here is a great link with all kinds of foods
http://healthybodydaily.com/dr-oz/dr...lammatory-diet

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ra-jDVoDDk&sns=em