Osteoarthritis is a joint disorder that occurs when the cartilage on the ends of the joints wears down and the exposed bones rub together. This degenerative process causes excess friction in the joints, which leads to loss of motion, stiffness and joint pain. MapleLife’s Joint Less-Pain works to reduces pain associated with osteoarthritis; reduces joints swelling and stiffness and improves functional status of people with hip or knee osteoarthritis. Glucosamie sulfate protects joint cartilage by limiting breakdown and promoting build up of cartilages. Chondroitin sulfate is part of a protein molecule that helps give cartilage its elastic properties and it also has anti-inflammatory effect, which helps to reduce the painful swelling in the joints that occurs when the exposed bones in the joint rub together. MSM is a naturally occurring organic sulphur compound and one of the major building blocks of glycosaminoglycans, which is a key structural component in cartilage. Therefore, MSM plays an essential role in the formation and maintenance of connective tissues such as cartilage, tendons, and ligaments. MSM has also been shown to slow the nerve impulses that transmit pain signals, thus reducing pain. NPN: 80008689