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A new treatment that blocks an aging-related protein restored lost cartilage in old mice and helped prevent arthritis after knee injuries. Human cartilage samples showed similar signs of regeneration, ...

A recent claim made on social media says that German scientists created a special gel that can regrow damaged joint cartilage, repair knees and hips, and remove the need for surgery. Posts about this ...

Osteoarthritis, a condition that causes pain and reduced mobility in joints such as the knees and fingers, is one of the most common joint disorders worldwide, particularly among aging populations.

New research suggests injured joints may not be as permanent as once believed, opening fresh strategies to fight osteoarthritis. Researchers examine a 3D-printed ear implant at 3DBio Therapeutics in ...

Researchers in Sweden have engineered a cell-free cartilage scaffold that can guide the body to rebuild damaged bone. By removing the cells but preserving the structure and natural growth signals, the ...

A research lab at the University of Caen Normandy (France) has succeeded in making cartilage using decellularized apples. The Bioconnect laboratory at the university, which I head, has just published ...

The squishy insoles in your favorite pair of sneakers help keep your joints safe from daily wear-and-tear, but over time, that cushioning wears down. The same goes for your cartilage—the fibrous ...

The range of ear piercings goes far beyond what most people expect. Some sit in soft tissue and heal quickly, others pass through thick cartilage and demand patience, and each comes with its own look, ...

In this mice study, researchers discovered a protein that, when blocked, can help regenerate knee cartilage and prevent osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis damages cartilage, leading to pain and limited ...

Ah, yes, getting your ears pierced for the first time: A special milestone. Ear piercings are incredibly versatile, and unlike the permanency of a tattoo, they come with the added benefit of being ...