True knee joint preservation

True knee joint preservation refers to surgical procedures that aim to preserve the natural knee joint, rather than replacing it with an artificial implant. These procedures focus on repairing, restoring, or reconstructing the damaged or diseased knee joint, while maintaining its natural anatomy and function.

Objectives of true knee joint preservation:

1. _Maintain natural knee anatomy_

2. _Preserve joint movement and function_

3. _Avoid artificial implants_

4. _Promote natural healing and tissue repair_

5. _Delay or avoid knee replacement surgery_

Procedures that align with true knee joint preservation:

1. _Cartilage repair or regeneration_

2. _Meniscal transplantation_

3. _Ligament reconstruction_

4. _Osteochondral grafting_

5. _Cell-based therapies_

6. _High tibial osteotomy_

7. _Unicondylar resurfacing_

8. _Knee joint distraction_

Benefits of true knee joint preservation:

1. _More natural knee function_

2. _Reduced risk of complications_

3. _Less invasive procedures_

4. _Faster recovery times_

5. _Improved knee mobility and movement_

6. _Delayed or avoided knee replacement surgery_

Natural knee replacement, also known as biological knee replacement or regenerative knee replacement, refers to procedures that use natural tissues or biological materials to replace or repair damaged knee joints, rather than traditional artificial implants.

Some examples of natural knee replacement procedures include:

1. _Cartilage repair or regeneration_: Using stem cells or other techniques to grow new cartilage to replace damaged areas.

2. _Meniscal transplantation_: Transplanting a healthy meniscus from a donor into the damaged knee.

3. _Ligament reconstruction_: Rebuilding damaged ligaments using natural tissues or biological materials.

4. _Osteochondral grafting_: Transplanting healthy bone and cartilage from one part of the body to another.

5. _Cell-based therapies_: Using cells, such as stem cells, to promote healing and tissue repair in the knee.

These procedures aim to:

1. _Preserve natural knee anatomy_

2. _Promote natural healing and tissue repair_

3. _Avoid artificial implants_

4. _Reduce risk of complications_

5. _Improve knee function and mobility_

However, natural knee replacement procedures are still evolving and may not be suitable for all patients or conditions. Consult an orthopedic specialist to discuss the best options for your specific needs.