Undenaturated Collagen Type II: Structure, Physiological Role, Possibility of Drug Correction in Knee Osteoarthritis
Undenatured type II collagen is one of the main structural proteins of cartilage tissue. Degradation and reduction of type II collagen is associated with the development of osteoarthritis. The article considers the possibility of preventive correction of these processes with the help of the biologically active supplement of undenatured type II collagen (Sustaflex®), obtained from chicken breast cartilage (UC-II®). The full production cycle of this product is carried out in France, which guarantees its high quality. The therapeutic properties of non-denatured type II collagen, which is part of Sustaflex®, have been confirmed in clinical studies that meet the requirements of good medical practice. It is indicated the possibility of Sustaflex® use in complex therapy, as well as in the form of alternative method of osteoarthritis treatment.