They have been found to be helpful in reducing the pain and severity of degenerative joint diseases such as osteoarthritis of the knee. It doesn't have any steroids, and has proven to be very safe in tests. AI is short for aortic insufficiency. That occurs when the heart's aortic valve can't control the blood flow from the left ventricle into the aorta. It can be due to high blood pressure, or infections like rheumatic fever.
Doctors confirm the diagnosis with an ultrasound called an echicardiogram.
AI is most common in men between 30 and 60 years old. As we get older we are all vulnerable to osteoarthritis - the degeneration of our cartilage. It can affect many joints, but the knees are a frequent trouble spot. Prior injuries, or excess weight can increase the chances of arthritis. The ideal morning sugar level is between 80 and 120.