Cartilage Reconstruction for Joint Damage Relief
The orthopedic doctors of MR Orthopedics offer a variety of cartilage restoration options to our patients. These options treat the pain from damaged or injured cartilage, such as a torn meniscus in the knee. These restoration procedures include microfracture autogenous chondrocyte implantation (ACI), osteochondral autograft transfer (OATs) and De Novo cartilage surgery.
More About Cartilage Restoration
The top reasons for cartilage restoration include severe injuries and repeated traumas. If you suffer a sudden and traumatic injury to any joint, you may experience a complete tear to your cartilage. If it doesn’t tear your cartilage, the injury can still lead to cartilage loss as normal activities can end up making the minor injury into a major one.
Repeated, less-serious traumas to the same spot can also have the same effect. If you are a runner and you experience any type of joint injury, you increase the strain on some of the cartilage in your body if you were to run again. Continuing to run – and without the proper support and shoes – can repeatedly damage your cartilage, eventually resulting in serious damage and cartilage loss.
Implementing Care
Treating cartilage restoration demands a disciplined and scientific approach. It involves specialized techniques and procedures aimed at repairing damaged cartilage, often in joints like the knee. These methods may include microfracture surgery, mosaicplasty, or advanced biologic treatments like platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy. The objective is not merely to alleviate pain but to foster long-term joint health and function. Through careful evaluation and precise interventions, healthcare professionals work to encourage the growth of healthy cartilage, providing patients with the potential for improved joint mobility and an enhanced quality of life.
Careful Prevention
Preventing cartilage damage involves a strategy that emphasizes joint preservation. Maintaining a healthy body weight helps reduce excessive stress on weight-bearing joints, like the knees. Regular, low-impact exercise routines can strengthen the muscles around the joints, providing added support and protection. Avoiding activities that place undue strain on the joints and using proper techniques during physical activities also plays a pivotal role in prevention. Additionally, a well-balanced diet rich in nutrients that support joint health, such as omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants, can contribute to cartilage preservation. By adopting these measures, individuals can take steps to safeguard their joint health and reduce the risk of cartilage damage.
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