The Arthritis Cure: The Medical Miracle That Can Halt, Reverse, and May Even Cure Osteoarthritis

by Jason Theodosakis, Brenda D. Adderly, Barry Fox

A revolution is about to happen. An arthritis cure has been discovered, & it s as simple as taking two inexpensive, over the counter nutritional supplements. Provides the complete nine step Arthritis Cure program, a full & understandable analysis of the reams of medical research, & a seven step strategy for preventing osteoarthritis. Dr. Theodosakis has listed invaluable information on dosage & the products on the market. He also tells you the truth about painkillers, gives you realistic diet & exercise programs to follow, & helps you overcome the blues that come with any chronic condition.

Genres: Nonfiction, Health

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1997

About the author

Jason Theodosakis, M.D., M.S., M.P.H. is a board certified physician, best-selling author, lecturer and Fellow in Preventive Medicine. He has a second medical specialty (Sports Medicine) along with Master's degrees in both Exercise Physiology and Public Health. In addition, he is a Clincial Associate Professor and the former Director of the Preventive Medicine Residency Training Program at the University of Arizona College of Medicine in Tucson.

Reviews

[Dennis Littrell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Worthwhile and perhaps more

This was followed by Maximizing the Arthritis Cure (1998) which I'll also report on here, treating both books as one. My initial reaction was, this is either a public service or a hustle. Written by three different laureled academics and obviously put together by committee, this first book was a big time best seller and demanded a sequel. Most of the diet advice was like something I had read twenty years ago. The exercise program ditto. The use of glucosamine and chondroitin was the real difference. In fact, the purpose of the book could be seen as legitimizing the use of these supplements in the treatment of osteoarthritis. People bought the book in the hope that it would help them with their pain. They also bought the book so that they would be motivated to try glucosamine and chondroitin. Many people understandably would not try the supplements without the seal of approval provided by an authoritative book like this. The question is—and it is the big question—is their program any good, or is it just another feel good pep talk fronting for another bogus approach? I was a little uncertain since the book jacket was red, white and blue, and we all know the quote about patriotism being "the last refuge of a scoundrel."

So I tried glucosamine and chondroitin and stayed fairly close to their overall program. Two years have passed and although I cannot say for certain, it is my belief that the supplements are valuable. At any rate, my arthritic knee is much improved.

In the follow-up book, the authors give information on other treatments.

I have to say that I think they've done a positive service in writing these two books. The information about healing in general and about prevention and about the positive effects of exercise and attitude are worthwhile. The authors may have made megabucks (or maybe they didn't), but I don't feel they ripped anybody off, on the contrary. I am happy to be positive even though I still think "cure" is probably too strong a word for what their program can do, although I only have my own experience to go on. Their reports of the double blind tests that have been conducted are good, but a long way from convincing proof that glucosamine and chrondoitin and exercises can cure osteoarthritis.

--Dennis Littrell, author of “The World Is Not as We Think It Is”

[Myra · Rating 3 out of 5]

So, in direct contradiction to the other book I read about arthritis, this one focuses mainly on glucosamine and chondroitin. So, basically, between the two books, I got the same advice as my doctor gave me. It might help, it might not.

Book provides a basic 9-step plan focusing on overall health plus the above supplements. Book does provide good detail (and much more than previous book) on the different types of arthritis and similar diseases.

[Kimberlee · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book speaks about alternatives to ibuprofen and Tylenol for osteoarthritis pain. Other reviews said it was redundant and mostly recommended glucosamine/chondroitin/ASU, and I somewhat agree. I am glad I read it for a few reasons including the warning to be deciphering about generic brands and true supplement contents as well as thoughts about good exercises.

[Denise Butler · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found the book informative and beneficial with respect to gaining knowledge about how arthritis affects joints and how use of supplements glucosamine, chondroitin, and ASU may help repair and at least prevent further joint damage. I am disappointed the author refers to his personal website as a reliable source to get information about products that are reputable. He only lists the products he sells which to my mind is a marketing ploy.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sensible, helpful, and readable.

[2ndlifetravel · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is worth reading if you are suffering from arthritis. It contains diet and exercise information.

[Jacine Harrington · Rating 5 out of 5]

Some great information in this book that I’ve already put to use with much success. Especially the supplement recommendations. Thank you.

[Greek Coffee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good advise. Four stars because it's too repetitive

[Michaeljw · Rating 5 out of 5]

Some consider this merely an advertisement for glucosamine and chrondoitin. Well, I read the original edition many years ago and am glad that I did. I weaned myself off my super prescription doses of naproxen, and have not taken naproxen since. Good advice to try for arthritis sufferers.

[Harry Chan]

My version is of 1997 - I need updating of last 2 chapters,i.e. a Lookt to he Future, and New Clinical Studies

[Cws]

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[Michael · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you have arthritis you could try some the solutions in the book and see if they work for you.

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very interesting & informative book

[Beckett · Rating 1 out of 5]

this was an advertisement for chondroitin and not well written and had absolutely no useful information. Boo on him.

[Cathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought it was a very useful book with information I hadn't heard of and some I had. It's a book I'm going to keep close at hand as a reference book. I'm glad I have it. I'm glad I read it.

[Glenda · Rating 5 out of 5]

See highlights. !!!

[Velma]

Abandoned, can't find, may finish it someday if it turns up.