General Facts Regarding Natural Cartilage Regeneration


By Dr. Grazyna Pajunen


Several controversies have emerged in the medical field concerning the feasibility of natural cartilage regeneration. There has been a debate over whether this process is possible in human beings of all ages. The research conducted in this regard show that children and young individuals experiencing growth are able to experience the process while in fully grown adults it takes place at a very slow rate. The reason behind this is that the blood that reaches cartilage is very little and is not enough for repair and growth. Fortunately, medical research has led to the discovery of techniques necessary to stimulate these processes.

It is a connective tissue occurring between bones. The rate at which the body carries out repair and growth in this tissue is slower as compared to other tissues. The damage on this tissue may result from inadequate supply of nutrients which hinders the healing of injuries. Other causes of damage include inflammatory and degenerative illnesses.

Doctors use several techniques to manage this condition. However, the results obtained vary form one patient to another and while they may be effective in some patients in others it may be the opposite. There are two main approaches from which to choose from. Surgery may be used to repair the damage or cartilage cells may be extracted from other body sections then implanted over the damaged area

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.

A large number of people experience this problem as they age. To counter this problem, scientists have discovered a gene that is within the human body that can be stimulated to eliminate any effects related to the aging process. Numerous supplements have also been manufactured to treat this problem. These supplements are effective antioxidants that prevent illness that arise with old age. They have many essential nutrients that the body requires for proper growth.

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.

Engaging in non- strenuous specialized exercise programs helps to improve the ability of the affected joints to move. This is effective in preventing cases of these joints becoming stiff and immobile. The continued research concerning natural cartilage regeneration has so far yielded critical information that is being applied in the treatment of this condition.




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