In the interest of prevention being the best policy, I have a theory that those who are experiencing discomfort in their hips, or other joints, do not take adequate MSM/Glucosamine to support the connective tissue. I am hopeful that I will be able to avoid, or at least stave off longer, the perils of surgery by taking adequate doses of this very helpful supplement. When I feel needful, I take - not what is recommended but what my "pendulum" tells me I need. This could be considerably more (10-15/day) after a period of strenuous exercise - such as 11 hours of Bulgarian dancing, tapering down to none at all during ordinary times. I am 72 this year, on no prescription meds.

This is a suggestion for those who are still in good enough shape, and willing, to give it a try.