Traditionally, OA has been understood as a condition driven by mechanical factors such as joint wear and tear and genetic predisposition. However, recent research reveals that inflammation plays a causal role in the disease’s progression and symptoms.

Turmeric, a super spice for pain

If you do a quick search about Turmeric on the Internet you may begin to wonder what it can’t do. The list of benefits reported is extensive and the diseases it is purported to treat are numerous. This super-spice is popping up in all sorts of interesting ways from Turmeric lattes to fermented drinks. It also has a growing body of research to back up some of the widely quoted benefits. However, it is important to note that there is a difference between food ingestion and a standardised supplement and in this article, I specifically look at standardised curcumin, one of the key active components of turmeric, and the role it has to play in pain management.