Q: What is osteoarthritis (OA)?
A: Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis. It can occur in any joint, but most often experienced in the hands, knees, hips or spine. Cartilage is a firm, rubbery material that covers the ends of each bone. Healthy cartilage absorbs the shock of movement providing a smooth, gliding surface for joint motion in between bones. In OA, the cartilage breaks down, causing pain, swelling and problems moving the joint. In the final stages of OA, the cartilage wears away and bones rub against each other leading to joint damage and more severe pain.
Q: How does OA causes joint pain?
A: With OA, the joint cartilage begins to break down and collagen fibres are released into the extracellular matrix. Immune cells can perceive the fragments as undesirable elements and thus triggering an immune response. This provokes an inflammatory reaction that causes pain in the joints.
Q: How does HA-flex Pro Capsule work?
A: HA-flex Pro Capsule is a synergistic combination of two clinically proven ingredients for joint health:
- Hyaluronic Acid – Key component of the cartilage and synovial fluid where it serves as a shock absorber, allowing bones to glide against one another to support each movement.
- Native (undenatured) Type II Collagen – A nutraceutical ingredient derived from chicken sternum cartilage. It works via a mode of action known as “oral tolerance” where it interacts with the Peyer’s patches in the intestine to turn off the immune responses against type II collagen in the body, thus helping to reduce collagen degradation and inflammation in the joints and improving joint health.
Q: How can oral Hyaluronic acid benefit joint health comparing to the typical Hyaluronic acid injection?
A: Several studies have shown that daily supplementation with high purity Hyaluronic acid can improve quality of life in adults with knee osteoarthritis. With some light exercise and slight lifestyle changes, it’s a less invasive and more economical way of improving quality of life for those suffering from osteoarthritis.
Q: Is it safe to take Vitamode® HA-flex Pro Capsule if I am already taking Vitamode® JointCare Plus Powder?
A: Yes, it is safe to take both supplements together. In fact, taking both products together provides more holistic benefits to the management of osteoarthritis.
Q: Who is recommended to take HA-flex Pro Capsule?
A: HA-flex Pro Capsule is recommended for osteoarthritis patients, the elderly, obese individuals, individuals with joint discomforts, and athletes.
Q: Is HA-flex Pro Capsule safe for consumption?
A: HA-flex Pro Capsule is safe without side effects and generally well-tolerated. Therefore, it is safe for long-term consumption following recommended dosage.
Q: Is HA-flex Pro Capsule recommended for children, pregnant and/or breastfeeding women?
A: HA-flex Pro Capsule is not recommended for children, pregnant and/or breastfeeding women unless recommended otherwise by a healthcare professional.
