An update on the up and coming therapies to treat Osteoarthritis, a multifaceted disease

INTRODUCTION The lack of a complete understanding of the complex processes involved in the etiopathogenesis and subsequent appropriate phenotyping makes it difficult to find therapies that may be efficacious in most patients with osteoarthritis (OA). Consensus recommendations involve mainly non-phar…
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New Treatment Shows Promise for Crippling Knee Arthritis

Small study found single shot of patient’s own stem cells improved pain, mobility
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Platelet Rich Plasma and Hyaluronic Acid Blend for the Treatment of Osteoarthritis: Rheological and Biological Evaluation

Introduction Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common…
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(2016). Recent advances in the understanding of molecular mechanisms of cartilage degeneration, synovitis and subchondral bone changes in osteoarthritis. Connective Tissue Research: Vol. 57, No. 4, pp. 245-261. doi: 10.1080/03008207.2016.1177036
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With better understanding of the molecular and cellular basis of the disease, novel and more effective therapies for OA will eventually reach prime time.