Joint ArmorTM Supports normal joint function
Features glucosamine and chondroitin
Provides 100 mg/dose of hyaluronic acid
Maintains healthy joints
Supports normal cartilage development
WHEN AND HOW TO USE
Joint Armor is a palatable powder that is top-dressed onto feed. Ingredients are
provided in concentrated form, so a maintenance amount can be offered once a
day if desired.
Directions for Use
For the first three to four weeks, 14 g (two scoops) should be offered daily.
Following this initial period, the amount can be
reduced to 7 g (one scoop) daily.
Joint Armor is appropriate for all classes of horses.
SCIENTIFICALLY FORMULATED
Joint Armor is a scientifically formulated combination of hyaluronic acid,
chondroitin sulfate, glucosamine, and manganese sulfate, ingredients believed to
maintain and support cartilage structure and optimal joint function.
The components of Joint Armor provide dual-action support to joints by supplying
the building blocks used for creation of healthy cartilage matrix, and supporting
regeneration of cartilage when damage occurs from trauma and normal wear and
tear.
In healthy joints, the ends of the bones are coated with a thin layer of
friction-reducing tissue known as articular cartilage. The articular cartilage
contains synovial fluid, a thick liquid that serves two primary functions: (1) as a
source of nutrients for the articular cartilage, and (2) as a lubricant and shock
absorber for the bones that form a joint. Lameness can result when damage occurs
to any joint tissue, whether it involves the bones, articular cartilages, or synovial
membranes.
Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate
Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are nutrients utilized in the maintenance of
normal joint function. Glucosamine is used as a substrate for certain components
of the cartilage matrix, while chondroitin sulfate plays an important role in
controlling the enzymes associated with inflammation and tissue destruction.
Numerous studies have documented the benefits of combining these two
ingredients to maintain joint health.
Studies using equine cartilage explants (small pieces of actual living tissue) have
shown these ingredients complement each other in inhibiting the production of
inflammatory cells. Interestingly, when these ingredients were used independently
of each other, they did not show similar benefits (Orth et al., 2002; Schlueter et
al., 2004; DeChant et al., 2005).
Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate have been evaluated in several field studies. In
one study (Hanson et al., 2001), a double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 14
horses with progressive forelimb lameness showed significant improvement
(evaluated by lameness specialists using standardized lameness scores) when
administered a treatment of glucosamine and chondroitin for a 28-day treatment
period when compared to the control group. In a more recent study (Rodgers,
2006), administration of glucosmaine and chondroitin significantly decreased the
necessity and frequency of intra-articular therapeutic injections of the hock joints
in working show hunters and jumpers.
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is an integral component of synovial fluid and articular
cartilage and is responsible for lubrication of the joint surfaces. While glucosamine
and chondroitin sulfate work mainly on the cartilage, HA is more beneficial to the
joint fluid. In a study conducted by Bergin and coworkers (2006), oral HA was
effective in reducing synovial effusion (an abnormal collection of fluid) following
arthroscopic surgery for removal of osteochondritis disseceans lesions in joints.
Manganese Sulfate
Manganese is an important component of the cartilage matrix and is essential for
growth of healthy connective tissue.
Provides 100 mg/dose of hyaluronic acid
Maintains healthy joints
Supports normal cartilage development
WHEN AND HOW TO USE
Joint Armor is a palatable powder that is top-dressed onto feed. Ingredients are
provided in concentrated form, so a maintenance amount can be offered once a
day if desired.
Directions for Use
For the first three to four weeks, 14 g (two scoops) should be offered daily.
Following this initial period, the amount can be
reduced to 7 g (one scoop) daily.
Joint Armor is appropriate for all classes of horses.
SCIENTIFICALLY FORMULATED
Joint Armor is a scientifically formulated combination of hyaluronic acid,
chondroitin sulfate, glucosamine, and manganese sulfate, ingredients believed to
maintain and support cartilage structure and optimal joint function.
The components of Joint Armor provide dual-action support to joints by supplying
the building blocks used for creation of healthy cartilage matrix, and supporting
regeneration of cartilage when damage occurs from trauma and normal wear and
tear.
In healthy joints, the ends of the bones are coated with a thin layer of
friction-reducing tissue known as articular cartilage. The articular cartilage
contains synovial fluid, a thick liquid that serves two primary functions: (1) as a
source of nutrients for the articular cartilage, and (2) as a lubricant and shock
absorber for the bones that form a joint. Lameness can result when damage occurs
to any joint tissue, whether it involves the bones, articular cartilages, or synovial
membranes.
Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate
Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are nutrients utilized in the maintenance of
normal joint function. Glucosamine is used as a substrate for certain components
of the cartilage matrix, while chondroitin sulfate plays an important role in
controlling the enzymes associated with inflammation and tissue destruction.
Numerous studies have documented the benefits of combining these two
ingredients to maintain joint health.
Studies using equine cartilage explants (small pieces of actual living tissue) have
shown these ingredients complement each other in inhibiting the production of
inflammatory cells. Interestingly, when these ingredients were used independently
of each other, they did not show similar benefits (Orth et al., 2002; Schlueter et
al., 2004; DeChant et al., 2005).
Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate have been evaluated in several field studies. In
one study (Hanson et al., 2001), a double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 14
horses with progressive forelimb lameness showed significant improvement
(evaluated by lameness specialists using standardized lameness scores) when
administered a treatment of glucosamine and chondroitin for a 28-day treatment
period when compared to the control group. In a more recent study (Rodgers,
2006), administration of glucosmaine and chondroitin significantly decreased the
necessity and frequency of intra-articular therapeutic injections of the hock joints
in working show hunters and jumpers.
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is an integral component of synovial fluid and articular
cartilage and is responsible for lubrication of the joint surfaces. While glucosamine
and chondroitin sulfate work mainly on the cartilage, HA is more beneficial to the
joint fluid. In a study conducted by Bergin and coworkers (2006), oral HA was
effective in reducing synovial effusion (an abnormal collection of fluid) following
arthroscopic surgery for removal of osteochondritis disseceans lesions in joints.
Manganese Sulfate
Manganese is an important component of the cartilage matrix and is essential for
growth of healthy connective tissue.
INGREDIENTS THAT WORK
Joint Armor features four elements utilized in the
maintenance of healthy joints including glucosamine,
chondroitin sulfate, hyaluronic acid, and manganese
sulfate. While other products feature one or two of
these ingredients, Joint Armor provides all four
elements at levels believed to support joint health, all
for the price of one supplement.
Joint Armor includes (per 7 g scoop):
glucosamine 5000 mg
chondroitin sulfate 1200 mg
hyaluronic acid 100 mg
manganese sulfate 100 mg
Compare Joint Armor with other joint supplements.
Joint Armor offers support at a price you can afford.
Joint Armor features four elements utilized in the
maintenance of healthy joints including glucosamine,
chondroitin sulfate, hyaluronic acid, and manganese
sulfate. While other products feature one or two of
these ingredients, Joint Armor provides all four
elements at levels believed to support joint health, all
for the price of one supplement.
Joint Armor includes (per 7 g scoop):
glucosamine 5000 mg
chondroitin sulfate 1200 mg
hyaluronic acid 100 mg
manganese sulfate 100 mg
Compare Joint Armor with other joint supplements.
Joint Armor offers support at a price you can afford.
