Moolchand MedCity
Lajpat Nagar
Delhi
Tel: 91-9560202564
Joint Preservation
Articular cartilage defects are most often caused by trauma and improper use of the knee. Such defects do not heal spontaneously in adults and can deteriorate further. Commonly the pain starts in the inner (medial) compartment and progresses to involve the outer (lateral) compartment if the arthritis is ignored.
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Available painkillers only provide symptomatic relief, while also damaging the liver and kidneys. Joint Preservation strategies aim to unload compartments of the joint preventing further destruction.
Non-Surgical Treatment
In healthy joints, hyaluronic acid acts as a shock absorber, distributing loads and maintaining smooth, pain-free motion.
However, in conditions like osteoarthritis, the concentration of hyaluronic acid decreases, leading to joint stiffness, pain, and cartilage breakdown. By replenishing this essential substance through injections, joint lubrication is restored, friction is reduced, and cushioning is improved, allowing for better movement and less pain in arthritic joints.
Multiple studies have reported its effectiveness in relieving pain, improving mobility, and slowing cartilage degeneration in patients with osteoarthritis. ​
High Tibial Osteotomy
A high tibial osteotomy is a surgical procedure that realigns the leg to relieve pain in patients with arthritis.​ It involves cutting and reshaping the upper part of the tibia (shin bone), though it can also involve the lower femur (thigh bone).
High tibial osteotomy is often recommended for younger, active patients with moderate unicompartmental knee arthritis. The primary goals are to improve knee alignment, reduce pain, and enhance joint function, allowing for greater mobility.
Chondrocyte Implantation
Chondrocyte implantation is an advanced surgical technique aimed at preserving joint health by repairing damaged cartilage.
It involves harvesting healthy cartilage cells (chondrocytes) from the patient and then implanting them into areas of cartilage loss. This procedure promotes the regeneration of new, healthy cartilage, making it an ideal option for younger patients or those with localized cartilage damage.
Chondrocyte implantation helps to restore joint function, relieve pain, and delay or prevent the need for more invasive procedures, offering a long-term solution for joint preservation and improved mobility.
