A knee cartilage injury causes damage to the protective cartilage tissue lining the joint surfaces and causes pain, swelling, and sometimes a sensation of catching or locking in the knee. Traumatic events and degenerative changes over time can result in knee cartilage injury. Rest, physiotherapy, pain management, or invasive interventions like arthroscopic surgery or cartilage repair techniques are the treatment options.
Osteochondral Autograft Transfer System - An Overview
An osteochondral autograft transfer system is used for repairing knee cartilage. Read the article to learn more.
Knee Cartilage Injury - Causes, Diagnosis, and Management
Articular cartilage injuries are more common among athletes with significant pain and functional limitations. If left untreated, it leads to serious complications.