Joint preservation

Joint preservation refers to a range of treatments and techniques aimed at preserving the natural joint and preventing or slowing down the progression of joint degeneration, rather than replacing the joint. Here are some joint preservation strategies:

1. Joint injections (corticosteroids, hyaluronic acid)

2. Cartilage repair and restoration (cartilage transplantation, regeneration)

3. Osteotomy (surgical realignment of bones)

4. Arthroscopy (minimally invasive surgical procedures)

5. Stem cell therapy

6. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy

7. Joint bracing and support

8. Physical therapy and rehabilitation

9. Nutrition and lifestyle modifications (weight management, exercise, balanced diet)

10. Biologic therapies (growth factors, gene therapy)

Goals of joint preservation:

1. Relieve pain and inflammation

2. Improve joint function and mobility

3. Slow down or halt joint degeneration

4. Avoid or delay joint replacement surgery

5. Enhance quality of life