Just beginning my research. Thinking that this might be worth trying to avoid joint replacement surgery. Has anyone here read much on the subject? Any thoughts , both pro and con?
Intra-articular injection of mesenchymal stem cells looks promising - look that up. I really do they hope they find a proper treatment for this disease before I have to get a knee replacement for a knee I damaged years ago which is getting progressively worse. Please Register or Log in to view the hidden image!
'tain't for me, 'tis for my beloved spouse who has suddenly become invalid. We're still awaiting a diagnosis ---many test, no iron clad results---yet. We do know that she has had knee problems(torn meniscus), and deteriorated cartilage in her right hip. However, the causal factor in her recent sudden onset of pain(above the right knee) remains a mystery. Getting old sux, however, the alternative is something we all wish to avoid as long as possible. Meanwhile, keeping surgery as a last resort remains a goal. Thanx