{"product_id":"kentucky-performance-products-kpp-joint-armour-5lb","title":"Kentucky Performance Products  KPP Joint Armour - 5lb","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose Joint Armor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoint Armor’s complete formula provides your horse with the nutrients necessary to support both healthy joint cartilage and synovial fluid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe goal is to maintain healthy joint tissue\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn healthy joints, the ends of the bones are coated with a thin layer of friction-reducing tissue known as articular cartilage. The articular cartilage contains synovial fluid, a thick liquid that serves two primary functions: (1) as a source of nutrients for the articular cartilage and (2) as a lubricant and shock absorber for the bones that form a joint. Lameness can result when damage occurs to any joint tissue, whether it involves the bones, articular cartilages, or synovial membranes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch has shown that when used in combination, hyaluronic acid, chondroitin sulfate, glucosamine, and manganese sulfate support cartilage structure and optimal joint function. Horses with healthy joints feel better, perform to their potential, and stay sounder longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint Armor maintains fluid motion and flexibility in joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint Armor provides high levels of both glucosamine and chondroitin, plus 100 mg of hyaluronic acid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint Armor supports normal cartilage development and reduces joint deterioration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint Armor is affordable; one 1.16 lb jar lasts up to 75 days; the 5lbs about 300 days. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"faq\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-q-text\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"faq-arrow fa fa-arrow-circle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eIs it really necessary to have chondroitin sulfate and glucosamine in a joint supplement?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile each of these ingredients will affect joint health to some degree on their own, they work much more effectively when used together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are key nutrients necessary for normal joint function. Glucosamine is used as a substrate for certain components of the cartilage matrix, while chondroitin sulfate plays an important role in controlling the enzymes associated with inflammation and tissue destruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudies using equine cartilage explants (small pieces of actual living tissue) have shown these ingredients complement each other in inhibiting the production of inflammatory cells. Interestingly, when these ingredients were used independently of each other, they did not show similar benefits (Orth et al., 2002; Schlueter and Orth, 2004; DeChant et al., 2005).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-q-text\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"faq-arrow fa fa-arrow-circle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eCan a joint supplement cure my horse’s arthritis?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe damage done by arthritic changes cannot be reversed, so a joint supplement will not cure your horse’s arthritis. However, a well-formulated joint supplement helps protect cartilage against the damage caused by inflammation. The maintenance of healthy synovial fluid supports soundness by lubricating the joint and acting as a shock absorber for the bones that form the joint. Joint Armor is a complete joint supplement that includes a combination of hyaluronic acid, chondroitin sulfate, glucosamine, and manganese sulfate. It supports both the cartilage matrix and synovial fluid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might also explore adding\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contribute™\" href=\"http:\/\/kppusa.com\/wp1431\/all-products\/contribute\/\"\u003eContribute omega-3 fatty acids\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eto your horse’s diet. Omega-3 fatty acids have anti-inflammatory properties proven to help relieve inflammation in arthritic horses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-q-text\"\u003eHow is hyaluronic acid different from glucosamine and chondroitin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHyaluronic acid (HA) is an integral component of synovial fluid and articular cartilage, and is responsible for lubrication of the joint surfaces. While glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate work mainly as the building block for cartilage, HA is more beneficial to the joint fluid, which nourishes the joint and provides shock absorbing properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoint Armor is a complete joint supplement that includes a combination of hyaluronic acid, chondroitin sulfate, glucosamine, and manganese sulfate. It supports both the cartilage matrix and synovial fluid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-q-text\"\u003eMy barn manager told me I have to give my horse more joint supplement when I first start feeding it to him. I was wondering why.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch has shown us that horses do not easily absorb the ingredients found in joint supplements. Not only do adequate amounts need to be fed to ensure that enough is being absorbed, but a “loading” dose is recommended for horses that have never been on a joint supplement before. We recommend you feed 14 grams of Joint Armor for the first 3 to 4 weeks and then reduce the dose to 7 grams thereafter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-q-text\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"faq-arrow fa fa-arrow-circle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eI have a picky eater. How do I know he will eat Joint Armor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoint Armor has a great vanilla taste and aroma that horses like. It does not contain a lot of fillers; therefore, you only have to feed 7 grams, which is a small amount. It mixes easily into a concentrate meal. If you aren’t feeding grain, mix it into your horse’s soaked beet pulp or alfalfa pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-q-text\"\u003eMy horse is young. Does he need a joint supplement?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHorses of all ages can benefit from a joint supplement. Healthy tissues are better able to protect themselves against the damage resulting from normal daily wear and tear. The maintenance of healthy synovial fluid supports soundness by lubricating the joint and acting as a shock absorber for the bones that form the joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoint Armor is a complete joint supplement that is very cost effective. One jar is a 75-day supply of the ingredients your horse needs to support optimal joint health. At the maintenance level, it costs less than a dollar a day to feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-q-text\"\u003e\n\u003ci class=\"faq-arrow fa fa-arrow-circle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eMy horse had an OCD removed and after the surgery my vet suggested I put her on a joint supplement that includes hyaluronic acid. Why?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"qa-faq6\" class=\"qa-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qa-faq-answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHyaluronic acid (HA) is an integral component of synovial fluid and articular cartilage, and is responsible for lubrication of the joint surfaces. While glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate work mainly on the cartilage, HA is more beneficial to the joint fluid. In a study conducted by Bergin and coworkers (2006), oral HA was effective in reducing synovial effusion (an abnormal collection of fluid) following arthroscopic surgery for removal of osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) lesions in joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"faq-q-text\"\u003eHow does Joint Armor compare with other leading brands?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike other joint supplements, Joint Armor contains adequate levels of the four essential ingredients (glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, hyaluronic acid, and manganese sulfate) that research has shown to support healthy joint tissue. Because Joint Armor is concentrated, you only need to feed 7 grams a day, which means one jar of Joint Armor will last one horse over two months (75 days). Joint Armor offers your horse the support he needs at a price you can afford.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare for yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"wp-table-reloaded-id-4-no-1_wrapper\" class=\"dataTables_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable id=\"wp-table-reloaded-id-4-no-1\" class=\"wp-table-reloaded wp-table-reloaded-id-4\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003ca title=\"Edit\" href=\"http:\/\/kppusa.com\/wp1431\/wp-admin\/tools.php?page=wp-table-reloaded\u0026amp;action=edit\u0026amp;table_id=4\"\u003eEdit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-1 odd\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"column-1 sorting_disabled\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"column-2 sorting_disabled\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eGlucosamine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"column-3 sorting_disabled\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eChondroitin Sulfate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"column-4 sorting_disabled\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eSodium Hyaluronate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"column-5 sorting_disabled\" colspan=\"1\" rowspan=\"1\"\u003eCost\/day*\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-2 even\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003eJoint Armor™\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e5000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-3\"\u003e1200 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-4\"\u003e100 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-5\"\u003e$0.96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-3 odd\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003eCosequin® **\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e3600 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-3\"\u003e1200 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-4\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-5\"\u003e$1.25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-4 even\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003eChondrogen EQ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e5000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-3\"\u003e500 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-4\"\u003e20 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-5\"\u003e$1.00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-5 odd\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003eGrand Complete\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e2500 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-3\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-4\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-5\"\u003e$1.09\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-6 even\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1\"\u003eFinish Line Fluid Action® ***\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-2\"\u003e5000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-3\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-4\"\u003e25 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-5\"\u003e$1.07\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"row-7 odd\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"column-1 colspan-5\" colspan=\"5\"\u003e*Cost per day was calculated based on average suggested retail price.\u003cbr\u003e**Cosequin® is a registered trademark of Nutramax Laboratories, Inc.®\u003cbr\u003e***Finish Line Fluid Action®HA is a registered trademark of Finish Line®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to use Joint Armor:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealthy joints are a lifelong pursuit. The ingredients in Joint Armor have been scientifically formulated to support healthy joint tissue at all stages of a horse’s life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealthy joint tissue is better able to protect itself against everyday wear and tear. It can heal faster when challenged by injury. The maintenance of healthy synovial fluid supports soundness by lubricating the joint and acting as a shock absorber for the bones that form the joint. Horses of all ages can benefit from healthy joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoint Armor is a complete joint supplement that is very cost effective. One jar is a 75-day supply of the main ingredients your horse needs to support optimal joint health. At the maintenance level, it costs less than a dollar a day to feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eJoint Armor is recommended for:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoung horses, especially those going into training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerformance horses and show horses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRacehorses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecreational horses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroodmares and stallions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeniors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses with a history of joint injury or arthritis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete joint support formula.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoint Armor is scientifically formulated to provide the four most essential elements for joint health: glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, hyaluronic acid, and manganese sulfate. While other products include one or two of these ingredients, Joint Armor provides all four elements at therapeutic levels, all for the price of one supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eJoint Armor includes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePer  7 g scoop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlucosamine HCl …………………2,500 mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlucosamine sulfate ……………2,500 mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChondroitin sulfate ……………..1,200 mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHyaluronic acid ……………………..100 mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManganese sulfate ………………..100 mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGlucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are key nutrients necessary for maintenance of normal joint function. Glucosamine is used as a substrate for certain components of the cartilage matrix, while chondroitin sulfate plays an important role in controlling the enzymes associated with inflammation and tissue destruction. Numerous studies have documented the benefits of combining these two ingredients to joint health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudies using equine cartilage explants (small pieces of actual living tissue) have shown these ingredients complement each other in inhibiting the production of inflammatory cells. Interestingly, when these ingredients were used independently of each other, they did not show similar benefits (Orth et al., 2002; Schlueter and Orth, 2004; DeChant et al., 2005).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlucosamine and chondroitin sulfate have been evaluated in several field studies. In a double-blind placebo-controlled study (Hanson et al., 2001), 14 horses with progressive forelimb lameness showed significant improvement (evaluated by lameness specialists using standardized lameness scores) when administered a treatment of glucosamine and chondroitin for a 28-day treatment period when compared with the control group. In a more recent study (Rodgers, 2006), administration of glucosamine and chondroitin significantly decreased the necessity and frequency of intra-articular therapeutic injections of the hock joints in working show hunters and jumpers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHyaluronic Acid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHyaluronic acid (HA) is an integral component of synovial fluid and articular cartilage, and is responsible for lubrication of the joint surfaces. While glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate work mainly on the cartilage, HA is more beneficial to the joint fluid. In a study conducted by Bergin and coworkers (2006), oral HA was effective in reducing synovial effusion (an abnormal collection of fluid) following arthroscopic surgery for removal of osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) lesions in joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eManganese Sulfate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManganese is an important cofactor in the formation of the cartilage matrix and synthesis of connective tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBergin, B.J., Pierce, S.W., Bramlage, L.R. \u0026amp; Stromberg, A. (2006). Oral hyaluronan gel reduces post-operative tarsocrural effusion in the yearling Thoroughbred. Equine Veterinary Journal, 38 (4), 375-378.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDeChant, J.E., Baxter, G.M., Frisbie, D.D., Trotter, G.W. \u0026amp; McIlwraith, C.W. (2005). Effects of glucosamine hydrochloride and chondroitin sulfate, alone and in combination, on normal and interleukin-1 conditioned equine articular cartilage explant metabolism. Equine Veterinary Journal, 37 (3), 227-231.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHanson, R.R., Hammad, T.A. \u0026amp; Brawner, W.R. (2001). Oral treatment with a nutraceutical (Cosequin) for ameliorating signs of navicular syndrome in horses. Veterinary Therapeutics, 2 (2), 148-159.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOrth, M.W., Peters, T.L. \u0026amp; Hawkins, J.N. (2002). Inhibition of articular cartilage degradation by glucosamine-HCl and chondroitin sulfate. Equine Veterinary Journal, 34, 224-229.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRodgers, M.R. (2006). Effects of oral glucosamine and chondroitin sulfates supplementation on frequency of intra-articular therapy of the horse tarsus. Intern. J. Appl. Res. Vet. Med. 4 (2), 155-161.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSchlueter, A.E., \u0026amp; Orth, M.W. (2004). Further studies on the ability of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate to regulate catabolic mediators in vitro. Equine Veterinary Journal. 36 (7), 634-636.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eServing and Storage\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eServing instructions:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 scoop = 7 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the first 3-4 weeks, offer 2 scoops (14 g) daily, top-dressed on feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the initial stage, offer 1 scoop (7g) daily, top-dressed on feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and shelf life:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place and keep lid tightly closed between uses. Shelf life is 24 months from date of manufacture when stored under suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable sizes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.16-lb container (75 day supply for 1 horse)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kentucky Performance Products","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53014022029472,"sku":"KPPJA5","price":425.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/6469\/8272\/files\/237-JA5.png?v=1762542804","url":"https:\/\/harmonytackshop.com\/products\/kentucky-performance-products-kpp-joint-armour-5lb","provider":"Harmony Tack Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}