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Emerg Med J 2008;25:285-287 doi:10.1136/emj.2008.059386
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BET 1. THE EFFECTS OF GLUCOSAMINE ON OSTEOARTHRITIS OF THE KNEE JOINT

  1. Michael Callaghan, Physiotherapist,
  2. Stephanie Pye, Physiotherapist
  1. Manchester Royal Infirmary, Manchester, UK

      Written and checked by Michael Callaghan and Stephanie Pye, Physiotherapists

      Institution: Manchester Royal Infirmary, Manchester, UK

      Clinical scenario

      A middle-aged woman is receiving physiotherapy for her osteoarthritic knee. She mentions that her husband has heard that glucosamine tablets are great for arthritis and is thinking of buying some from a healthfood shop. She asks what you think about them. Before imparting wise words, you decide to check the evidence first.

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