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Peptides vs NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen)
NSAIDs: Fast pain relief (hours) Don't heal tissue GI side effects Cardiovascular risks long-term Can impair healing Peptides: Gradual improvement (weeks) Actually heal tissue Minimal side effects Safe long-term Promote healing Verdict: Peptides superior for a
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- NSAIDs:
- Fast pain relief (hours)
- Don't heal tissue
- GI side effects
- Cardiovascular risks long-term
- Can impair healing
- Peptides:
- Gradual improvement (weeks)
- Actually heal tissue
- Minimal side effects
- Safe long-term
- Promote healing
- Verdict: Peptides superior for actual joint healing. Can use NSAIDs short-term for acute pain while starting peptides.