Aspen Chiropractic Clinic

09/30/2025

Dr. John will be out the month of October recovering from Achilles tendon repair. I'm sorry that I'm not able to be there for you.
Stay healthy forf the next month!

03/24/2025

PROTIENS INVOLVED IN JOINT PAIN:
Cytokines, Disintegrins, and Proteases: These proteins are involved in inflammation and can cause joint pain and cartilage erosion.
TNF-alpha (Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha): This is a key inflammatory protein that drives rheumatoid arthritis.
Interleukin-1 beta (IL-1 beta): A cytokine protein that drives inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis.
SAA1 protein: An inflammatory protein found in the serum and synovial fluid of adults with KOA (knee osteoarthritis).
Cadherins: A family of proteins that help cells stick together and play a role in tissue structure and organization, with a specific cadherin (cadherin-11) implicated in inflammatory arthritis.
Casein: A protein found in dairy that can trigger joint pain and inflammation in some individuals.
Gluten: A protein found in wheat, rye, and barley that can cause joint pain in individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Proteins that Alleviate Joint Pain:
Alpha-2-macroglobulin (A*M): A naturally occurring plasma glycoprotein that combats harmful chemicals, proteins, and enzymes, protects tissue and cartilage, and helps alleviate joint pain.
Adseverin: A protein found in healthy cartilage cells that regulates the amount of filamentous (F) actin, which acts like a shield against stresses on cartilage cells.
Other Factors:
Inflammatory Foods: Certain foods, like those high in saturated fat, can trigger inflammation and worsen joint pain.
Dietary Supplements: Some dietary supplements, like collagen, may help with joint pain.
Underlying Conditions: Joint pain can be a symptom of various conditions, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and celiac disease.

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