Orthomol Chondroplus vs. Tendo: Connective Tissue

These two specialized orthomolecular products target entirely different parts of the musculoskeletal system. Orthomol Chondroplus is formulated for the joints (cartilage); it utilizes heavy doses of Glucosamine and Chondroitin to physically support the 'shock absorbers' between your bones. Orthomol Tendo is formulated for the tendons and ligaments; it utilizes a massive 5g dose of Collagen and systemic enzymes to physically strengthen the connective 'cables' that attach muscle to bone.

Chondroplus focuses on the 'cushion'. It delivers 1500 mg of Glucosamine and 400 mg of Chondroitin—the exact amino-sugars the body uses to synthesize thick, healthy cartilage, heavily supported by Omega-3s for mobility. **Tendo focuses on the 'cable'.** Tendons do not need Glucosamine; they need pure tensile strength. Tendo delivers double the amount of Collagen (5g) to physically rebuild the tendon fibers, while uniquely adding Bromelain and Papain (papaya enzymes) to actively break down cellular debris in the overstressed, inflamed tissue.

This is a strictly diagnostic choice. If your knees hurt when you walk up the stairs because the cartilage is wearing thin, Orthomol Chondroplus provides the exact structural building blocks your joints are starving for. If you run heavily and your Achilles tendon is burning, or you suffer from tennis elbow, Orthomol Tendo provides the precise collagen and enzymatic support required to heal those strained connective fibers.