Cartilage restoration aims to repair or replace damaged cartilage in joints, enhancing joint function.

Conditions Treated:

Focal cartilage defects, osteochondral lesions, and certain types of arthritis benefit from this procedure.

Equipment Used:

Arthroscopic instruments, bone grafts, and sometimes cell-based therapies are employed.

Procedure:

Surgeons address cartilage defects using techniques like microfracture, autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI), or osteochondral autograft transplantation (OAT).

Recovery Time:

Recovery varies depending on the procedure but often involves a period of restricted activity.