Which supplements help with arthritis?

Written by Tod Cooperman, M.D.

Updated July 24, 2025 ⓘ

Supplements for Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis -- Women With Arthritic Hands

Answer:

There are a number of supplements that may modestly reduce pain or improve other symptoms of osteoarthritis (inflammation caused by damage or "wearing away" of cartilage in joints) or rheumatoid arthritis (an autoimmune disease that causes joint pain, stiffness and inflammation).

Sign in as a member to learn more about supplements for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and other types of joint pain, including ashwagandha extract, avocado and soy unsaponifiables (ASUs), black seed oil, boswellia, cat's claw, cinnamon, coffee, collagen hydrolysate, curcumin, fiber, garlic, ginger, glucoraphanin and sulforaphane (compounds in broccoli), glucosamine and chondroitin, hyaluronic acid, krill oil, magnesium, modified citrus pectin (e.g., PectaSol-C), MSM, olive oil, omega-3 fatty acids, palmitoylethanolamide (PEA), potassium, propolis and bee pollen, rose hips, SAMe, selenium, tart cherry, vitamin B-5, vitamin D, vitamin E, and the products Wobenzym and Zyflamend. Also, learn why it is recommended that you avoid products such as Artri Ajo King, Artri King, and RM Flex.

Also see our tests and reviews of specific products in Product Reviews, including our Joint Health Supplements Review (covering glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, and boswellia), Collagen Supplements Review (including UC-II and Vital 3), and Turmeric Supplements Review (including products such as Zyflamend).

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