Joints are the areas where two bones meet. Joints allow all your pet’s limbs to move in many different ways – to bend and be flexible, as well as to perform everyday actions such as walking, sitting, jumping and running. Without joints, your pet’s skeleton would be stiff and inflexible and movement would be virtually impossible!
All joints are cushioned by a substance called cartilage. Cartilage acts as a ‘shock absorber’ to prevent the bones in the joints from grinding together and wearing down. There is also a certain amount of fluid present in joints to keep them well-oiled and free moving.
What are the symptoms of muscle and joint conditions in cats and dogs?
Overall stiffness especially after rest
Crying or whimpering when getting up
Crying when being picked up
Difficulty climbing stairs or climbing in and out of car
Reluctance to exercise
Lameness
Unusual movements (for that particular animal)
Disjointed or wobbly gait
Swelling and tenderness in limb or spine
Shying away from being stroked along their back
Thickening of the Joints of the affected limb
Favourite the use of one limb more than another
Irritability
There are a number of reasons why your pet could develop joint or muscle problems. Sprains and strains are fairly common in many active animals and certain animals may be more prone to this than others.
Cats especially may have nine lives but their constant leaping from roofs and trees can put stress and strain on their joints, especially if they are overweight.
There are also a certain number of medical conditions such as arthritis (an inflammation of the joints which is most common in older pets, especially dogs); spinal diseases such as spondylosis and spondylitis (also more common in older pets and particular in dogs) and hip dysplasia (a malformation of the hip’s ball and socket which is more common in dogs but may affect certain breeds of cats).
Certain breeds of dogs and cats may be genetically more prone to developing conditions such as hip dysplasia and spinal problems.
How are muscle and joint problems usually treated?
For many conditions, conventional treatment is largely symptomatic, aimed primarily at reducing pain and inflammation and keeping the animal as comfortable as possible.
Splinting, casting or surgery may be also be necessary. While prescription anti-inflammatory medication may help to ease the pain, it can also play havoc with your pet’s stomach lining, sometimes leading to ulcers and digestive problems with chronic use.
Prescription medication may ease the pain and inflammation, but would have little healing effect.
The natural way
In the course of every day activities, joints are subject to a great deal of strain and stress. While they are designed to cope with this, it also makes sense to do all we can to keep your pet’s joints in tip top form and to support joint health and movement. The best way to do this is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including a diet high in essential nutrients and low in processed foods, additives and sugar. Regular moderate exercise rather than sudden bouts of activity will also help to keep joints in good shape.
Nutrition is a key element in the promotion of healthy joints and muscles – as well as for promoting the integrity of the entire skeletal system.
As part of a holistic approach to treating your pet, natural remedies can help to support a healthy immune system, encourage systemic cleansing (important for healthy joints and muscles), support strength in the skeletal system and generally support the overall health of your animal. Natural remedies have been used for hundreds of years in traditional medicine to support joint and muscle health and to keep joints moving as they should.
Other components of a holistic approach, especially in relation to the joints and skeletal system, include aromatherapy, acupuncture and chiropractic – all of which lend themselves well to maintaining pet health.
What is Muscle & Joint Support?
Muscle & Joint Support capsules are specially formulated for pets and contain a unique formula combining herbal medicines, biochemic tissue salts and nutritional substances all well known for their positive effect on the skeletal system, including muscles, joints, cartilage and tendons.
Muscle & Joint Support is a 100% natural remedy. Regular use will help to maintain health and mobility in the muscular skeletal system without the risk of side effects.
Muscle & Joint Support is an excellent choice for pets – helping to keep a spring in their step!
What else can help?
Our pets are exposed to a variety of toxins on a daily basis. These can weaken their immune systems and damage the body’s natural ability to fight off disease. Eating a balanced, high quality diet with plenty of raw and unprocessed (preferably organic) food and avoiding exposure to common everyday toxins will help to keep your pet healthy. Also remember:
Keeping your pet at his ideal weight will help to prevent excess strain on his joints
Your pet’s diet needs to contain adequate protein for building muscles and adequate calcium for strong bones
Regular exercise is essential for keeping joints flexible and muscles and ligaments strong. It will also help in preventing obesity
Remove your pet’s food after a while if he has not eaten it all. Periods of fasting throughout the day are very important for effective digestion and detoxification
Ensure your pet is eating a balanced, high quality diet with plenty of raw and unprocessed food (preferably organic)
Use Immunity and Liver Support™ to boost your pet’s immune functioning and resistance against disease and infection
Filtered or bottled water is preferable to chlorinated or fluorinated water
Avoid exposure to toxins and chemicals as much as possible including pesticides, herbicides, commercial flea collars, flea powder, insecticides and second-hand cigarette smoke
Talk to a holistic vet before immunizing your pet. Over-vaccination may stress the immune system unnecessarily
Food and water bowls should be made of glass, stainless steel or porcelain
Don’t feed your pet chocolate as even a small amount can be toxic
Cook food in stainless-steel pans, not aluminium or copper pans
"I am happy to report that since taking your Muscle and Joint Support, our Great Dane is much more comfortable and is again starting to chase the cat! " Nancy
"We first noticed that our family dog was limping and favouring the right side last winter and since then she has also become very sensitive to being touched on the back. Our vet recommended your Joint Support Caps and we have seen a big change. She means so much to us and we are very grateful to PetAlive for this great product!" Jeff R.
"Our old cat was really in pain with arthritis and is much better after using your product. We can pick her up and stroke her and she is less crabby which means she must be feeling comfortable again. Thank you very much for helping her"Sheila
"Would just like to give you praise and thanks for a very wonderful product that does what it claims. Stimpy was 19 years old and could not move much anymore or get up on her feet. We started giving her your [Muscle & Joint Support], and within one week, she was able to get up and move around more easily. Within three weeks she was running around, jumping up and acting like a young puppy. We were so amazed and delighted …I recommend your product to everyone that has a dog or cat with muscle and joint problems. Again, thank you and God bless you for your excellent product."Steve S.
Disclaimer: Testimonials have been edited to comply with FDA regulations. While positive results are likely, the testimonials used are general results and are not intended to represent or guarantee that anyone will achieve the same or similar results - individual results may vary.
What are the ingredients of Muscle & Joint Support?
Muscle & Joint Support contains the following carefully chosen herbal ingredients:
Devil's Claw
(Harpagophytum procumbens) is found in the Kalahari Desert and is exclusive to Africa. Scientific research in the West has confirmed the benefits of Devil’s Claw in supporting muscle, cartilage and joint health. (Chantre P, Cappelaere A, Leblan D, et al. Efficacy and tolerance of Harpagophytum procumbens versus diacerhein in treatment of osteoarthritis. Phytomedicine 2000; 7(3):177-183.)
Spirulina
(Arthrospira platenis) is a single celled micro-organism found in the sea and is widely used as a source of chlorophyll. Widely used for its nutritive properties, Spirulina contains protein, vitamins (including B12 and folic acid) and carotenoids. This sea algae has been used in Chinese medicine for thousands of years as a tonic to support energy and vitality, as well as healthy liver and immune system functioning and all around systemic health. (Romay, C., Armesto, J., Remirez, D., Gonzalez, R., Ledon, N., and Garcia, I. “Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of C-phycocyanin from blue- green algae”. Inflamm.Res 1998; 47(1):36-41.)
Calc flor (6C)
is a biochemic tissue salt which helps to support routine elasticity to all cells and body tissues and maintain easy movement in the body.
Nat phos (6C)
helps to maintain pH balance in the body.
Nat sulph (6C)
is a biochemic tissue salt also known as the 'cell cleanser' and also helps to maintain balance in all body fluids. Nat sulph is also particularly useful for maintaining bone health.
Lecithin
is a fatty substance found in different foods including liver, eggs and wheat germ and is essential for many body functions, supporting strong and healthy cell membranes.
Glucosamine Sulphate
is a crucial element in the support and maintenance of healthy cartilage, which provides cushioning at the end of the bones and between joints. Due to promising results in a number of clinical trials, this nutritional substance has been approved in more than 70 countries. It is also useful in easing normal age-related stiffness, and studies have demonstrated that this supplement is as effective in animals as it is in humans.
Lactose
(inactive ingredient)
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Our products are not tested on animals and individual ingredients are well-researched and are natural, safe and effective.
Muscle and Joint Support comes in convenient capsule form. Capsules may be swallowed whole by larger dogs. However, most owners find that it is easier and more convenient to open the capsule and mix the contents with wet food or a small treat.
This prevents stress to both pet and owner! Cats especially hate to have medicine forced down their throats, and will happily eat the dried herb when it is mixed with a little fish or meat.
DIRECTIONS:
Cats:
1/2 capsule twice daily.
Dogs under 20lbs:
1/2 capsule twice daily.
Dogs 20-50lbs:
1 capsule twice daily.
Dogs over 50lbs:
1-2 capsules twice daily.
Caution:
Safety during pregnancy and nursing has not been established. Do not use together with prescription anti-inflammatory medication.
Muscle & Joint Support is highly recommended along with the following natural remedies for maximum effectiveness.
Energy Tonic™ is used to support energy, health and vitality in pets.
DetoxPlus™
is used to support the body’s natural ability to eliminate waste & toxins, and promote systemic health.
How long until I see results?
Results will vary depending on factors like diet, exercise as well your pet’s overall health. With consistent use, you should see results within 6 - 8 weeks, although some animals will respond sooner.
Regular exercise and a healthy diet (see above) will further enhance your pet's health, as well as the effectiveness of Muscle & Joint Support.
How long will a bottle last?
Depending on the size of your pet, one bottle of Muscle & Joint Support, containing 60 capsules, should last from 15 - 60 days.
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