Basic Facts On Natural Cartilage Regeneration

By Dr. Grazyna Pajunen


There has been some medical controversy over whether natural cartilage regeneration is possible. The general consensus is that the process is possible in children and teenagers who are still growing while in adults it is a slow process. In the adult stage, the cartilage has a limited supply of blood which limits the ability of the body to repair and regrow it. Fortunately, there are techniques available that can be used to facilitate the repair process.

Cartilage is an essential connective tissue found in the bones. The process of repair takes place at a slow rate in this tissue than in other tissues in the human body. An inadequate supply of nutrients to this tissue interferes with proper healing of wounds and injuries leading to damaged tissues. Inflammatory diseases and degenerative conditions are also major causes of complications.

The treatment methods that are commonly applied yield varied outcomes. There are patients who are completely treated while others are left struggling. Doctors can choose between two approaches for the treatment process. This includes surgical methods or extracting cells from certain body parts to implant them on the damaged part.

There are several methods that are used in this procedure. However, these methods are successful in some patients while in others the results obtained are not satisfactory. There are two approaches that may be adopted. One of them involves extracting cartilage cells from other locations of the body and implanting into the affected region. The other option available is to use surgery to repair the damaged area.

There are several experiments that are underway. One includes the use of growth hormones to stimulate the process of cell production. The results obtained so far indicate that it very effective in the treatment of elbows and ankles. Microfracturing which involves the drilling of very small holes in the bone adjacent to the affected tissues has also been adopted. Other mechanical approaches include the use of carbon nanotubes to stimulate tissue regeneration.

Some of these conditions can be relieved through intraneural therapy. The sessions of this therapy are effective in the treatment of arthritis. It treats the specific cause of the condition at the joint and permits the joint to heal and function normally. Once the cause of this medical condition has been the removed the connective tissue gets a constant supply of oxygen and nutrients and is able to regenerate.

There are several vitamins that promote the health and function of the joints. These vitamins need to be included in a well-balanced diet to boost the process of healing and repair of the tissues of the body. Vitamin C has been singled out as the most essential together with the supplements that can be obtained over-the-counter to provide the much needed relief.

Making adjustments on the lifestyle of the individual is also important. Taking part in exercises that are not strenuous is a great step towards ensuring the mobility of joints by preventing any stiffness. Joints are susceptible to degeneration and it is important to take care of them. The studies conducted are aimed at improving the process of natural cartilage regeneration in human beings.




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