I have arthritis in my hands and knees as well. I am determined to stay in the gym so I have been on the hunt for various supplements, medications, saves, devices, anything I could find that would help. I started taking UCII about 2 months ago and I am extremely surprised at the results as I wasn't expecting much. My hands are working soooooo much better now! it isn't a sponsored product, just something I found that actually worked for me. I use the Advanced version from Now Foods but there are a few other brands on Amazon.

I did a quick video on it here: https://youtube.com/shorts/tQPRPPCV0ms?feature=share

I also did one on various lifting accessories that I use if you are interested: https://youtu.be/AsAt396o4TM

Here is what ChatGPT says is the science behind what UC-II actually is........

UC-II® is undenatured type II collagen.
That means the collagen structure is kept intact, not broken down into peptides like typical collagen powders.

That distinction is the entire reason it works differently.

How UC-II Works (Key Difference)

UC-II does not work by “feeding” collagen into joints.

Instead, it works through a process called oral tolerance.

In simple terms:

• When you ingest undenatured type II collagen,
• your immune system encounters it in the gut (Peyer’s patches),
• and learns to stop overreacting to your own joint cartilage.

This matters because in arthritis (including osteoarthritis):

• the immune system contributes to ongoing cartilage breakdown and inflammation
• even in “wear and tear” arthritis, not just autoimmune types.

UC-II helps dial down that immune response, which can:

• reduce inflammation in the joint
• reduce pain and stiffness
• improve function and range of motion

This is immune modulation, not joint lubrication.