Cartilage Repair & Restoration
Advanced techniques to regenerate joint cartilage. Preserve your natural joint.
Dr. Deepthi Nandan Reddy
Clinical Director
Apollo Hospitals, Financial District
9 AM - 5 PM (Mon-Sat)
Cartilage Repair & Restoration
Cartilage repair aims to restore damaged joint cartilage and prevent progression to arthritis. Modern techniques can regenerate cartilage in selected patients, potentially delaying or avoiding joint replacement.
Cartilage Repair Techniques
Microfracture
Small holes drilled to stimulate new cartilage growth. Good for small lesions.
OATS/Mosaicplasty
Transplanting healthy cartilage plugs to damaged areas.
ACI/MACI
Lab-grown cartilage cells implanted into defects. Best for larger lesions.
Scaffold-Based Repair
Advanced matrices that support cartilage regeneration.
Ideal Candidates
Expert Cartilage Surgery
Dr. Reddy's fellowship training includes advanced cartilage restoration techniques from UK and USA centers.
Joint Preservation
Saving natural joints
International Training
Advanced techniques
Frequently Asked Questions
1Can cartilage grow back?
With modern techniques like microfracture and ACI, new cartilage-like tissue can form to fill defects. Results are best in younger patients with isolated lesions.
2How long is recovery after cartilage repair?
Recovery takes 6-12 months. Protected weight bearing and specific rehabilitation protocols are essential for best outcomes.
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