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Core Topics => Seniors, Geriatrics => OA or Osteoartritis => Topic started by: smfadmin on June 17, 2025, 01:13:48 PM
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June 17, 2025
I'm focusing on health outcomes and Arthritis is a common infliction of the aged so here is a simple overview of the interactions of such - I will add more as they come to mind given that there is only a scant amount of data about aged users and the substances they may use.
Methamphetamine (MA) and Osteoarthritis (OA) Interactions
😖 How MA Aggravates OA
1. Increased Physical Activity → Joint Strain
- MA causes hyperactivity like pacing or twitching.
- This can worsen wear-and-tear on affected joints.
😣 ➡️ 2. Vasoconstriction → Reduced Joint Nutrition
- MA reduces blood flow to joints and cartilage.
- Healing slows, inflammation can worsen.
3. Sleep Disruption → Impaired Recovery
- Sleep is essential for anti-inflammatory repair.
- MA reduces sleep quality and duration.
😣 ➡️ 4. Neurotoxicity → Central Pain Amplification
- Disrupted dopamine/serotonin balance can amplify pain signals.
5. Bone Density Loss
- Long-term use may lower bone density due to malnutrition/endocrine disruption.
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😊 How MA Temporarily Soothes OA
1. Dopamine & Norepinephrine Release → Pain Numbing
- Boosts pain tolerance via monoamine pathways.
2. Mood Elevation → Increased Pain Tolerance
- Euphoria improves ability to cope with discomfort.
✅️ 3. Weight Loss → Less Joint Pressure
- Appetite suppression can reduce body weight, easing joint strain.
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⚖️ Summary Table
Effect | Short-Term | Long-Term
- 🔥 Inflammation: May decrease briefly | Likely worsens over time
- 💢 Pain Perception: Diminished temporarily | Rebound pain likely
- 🦴 Joint Health: Neutral initially | Accelerated damage
- 😴 Sleep: Often disturbed | Impaired recovery
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🧠 Advice for MA Users with OA
- 🧪 Stick to microdosing
- 🧍♂️ Don’t overuse joints when numb
- 🐟 Use anti-inflammatory agents (DLPA, turmeric, fish oil)
- 💧 Stay hydrated
- 🦵 Take joint-support supplements (glucosamine, chondroitin)