Conventional treatment and management for osteoarthritis, sports injuries, and other pain-producing maladies include a wide assortment of over-the-counter non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID's), such as ibuprofen-acetaminophen and aspirin. Unfortunately, these medications have potential side effects, including, but not limited to, liver or kidney failure, analgesic rebound effects, ulcers, and gastro-intestinal bleeding. Here are some of the natural alternatives that can provide significant relief with dramatically lower risks. Each of these five natural anti-inflammatories has a different herbal makeup, making them ideal to alternate. They have all worked well for my patients. Try each to see which works best for you.