FAQ

  • Can joint degradation be avoided by reducing exercise or walking?
    Actually, moderate exercise can prevent joint stiffness and is essential to joint health. The suitable activities for the knee joint are water exercises, cycling, and walking. However, activities that involve high impact and repetitive motion like running or tennis should be avoided.1
  • Can I use collagen to repair cartilage?
    There is currently insufficient evidence on the effectiveness of collagen taken directly as an oral supplement.2 Many people think that consuming more foods like pork trotters and chicken feet may supplement collagen but overlook their relatively high fat content.3,4
  • Can Viartril®-S be taken for a long time?
    Viartril®-S is a crystalline form of glucosamine sulfate. It is independently developed and has a patented manufacturing method. The entire product has been comprehensively tested in clinical trials to ensure its safety and efficacy.5-10
  • When will Viartril®-S take effect?
    Clinical studies have revealed that patients with knee joint pain experienced less pain after 2 weeks of Viartril®-S supplementation.11
  • Why is "Crystalline Glucosamine Sulphate" more effective than other glucosamines in improving knee joint pain?
    A clinical study has confirmed that crystalline glucosamine sulphate can supplement the cartilage matrix, promote repair cartilage, and delay cartilage degradation.12 With the stablized molecular state, it is easily absorbed by the body and remain in the body for a longer period of time.13-15
  • Who is suitable to take Viartril®-S?
    Viartril®-S can effectively slow down joint-space narroing by 5-fold. It helps delay degradation, restore joint flexibility, and repair cartilage.5,8,12,16 Viartril®-S is suitable for people concerned about joint health.5

References：

  1. Mayo Clinic. Available at: https://t.ly/vtrBl. Accessed Dec 2023.
  2. Van Vijven JPJ, et al. Osteoarth and Cartilage. 2012;20:809-821.
  3. WebMD. Available at: https://www.webmd.com/diet/health-benefits-trotters#1. Accessed Dec 2023.
  4. Healthline. Available at: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/chicken-feet#nutrients. Accessed Dec 2023.
  5. Viartril-S Capsules 250mg & 500mg Package Insert: Version L1086D.
  6. Viartril-S Sachets 1500mg Package Insert: Version L1019F.
  7. Persiani S, et al. Osteoarth Cartilage. 2005; 13:1041-1049.
  8. Bruyère O, et al. Semin Arth Rheum. 2016;45(4 Suppl): S12-17.
  9. Bruyère O, et al. Osteoarth and Cartilage. 2008:16(2):254-260.
  10. Runhaar J, et al. Semin Arth Rheum. 2016;45:542-48.
  11. Herrero-Beaumont G, et al. Future Rheumatol. 2006;1(4):397-414.
  12. Sun Y, et al. J Orthop Surg Res. 2020;15(1):150.
  13. Roman-Blas JA, et al. Therapy. 2010;7(6):591-604.
  14. Persiani S, et al. OsteoArth and Carti. 2005;13:1041-1049.
  15. Kucharz EJ, et al. Curr Med Res Opin. 2016;32(6):997-1004.
  16. Register JY, et al. Lancet. 2001;357: 251-56.
The effectiveness and side effects of product may vary among individuals. Please read the package insert before use..
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