Dec 29, 2018 · RECLAIM mixes chondrons from debrided tissue with donor autologous stem cells to create a biologic filler for the repair of damaged knee cartilage. The procedure can be completed in a …

Articular cartilage has only a single type of cell for renewal — the chondrocyte — which becomes less active with age and injury. While long-term research goals focus on harnessing stem cell therapies …

Feb 6, 2025 · In this Q and A, Stephen J. Wisniewski, M.D., discusses the status of research focused on the use of platelet-rich plasma and bone marrow aspirate concentrate injections to treat knee …

Aug 29, 2023 · This procedure enables the patient's body to repair the cartilage defect, something it otherwise would be unable to do. RECLAIM is a one-stage innovative procedure for hip and knee …

Jan 6, 2022 · A torn meniscus is one of the most common knee injuries. Any activity that causes you to forcefully twist or rotate your knee, especially when putting your full weight on it, can lead to a torn …

Glucosamine is a natural compound found in cartilage — the tough tissue that cushions joints. In supplement form, glucosamine is harvested from shells of shellfish or made in a lab. There are …

Apr 8, 2025 · Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people worldwide. It happens when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones wears down over time. …

Sep 5, 2025 · Costochondritis (kos-toe-kon-DRY-tis) is an inflammation of the cartilage that connects a rib to the breastbone, called the sternum. Pain caused by costochondritis might be like that of a heart …

Dec 15, 2023 · Septoplasty straightens the nasal septum. The surgeon does this by trimming, moving and replacing cartilage, bone or both. Surgery to fix a deviated septum might be right for you if your …

Oct 2, 2024 · Rhinoplasty (RIE-no-plas-tee) is surgery that changes the shape of the nose. The reason for rhinoplasty may be to change the appearance of the nose, improve breathing or both. The upper …