cartleage is cut broken. Magnetic resonance shows no cartleage between the bones. I was told that I need a surgery of the half of my knee. Is there any alternative method, like injecting stem cells to develop the cartleage inside the knee? Can anybody provide reliable answer, and if yes, please tell me the web site/e-mail/phone number/location. Thank you.
2006-11-18 06:12:05 · 8 answers · asked by fernando_007 6 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
I have also had knee surgery twice- once for ACL reconstruction, and the second for my menisicus.
Although I wish there is an alternitive way to fix what damage has been done to your knee joint, I can't tell you anyway.
Accepting a surgical procedure are your best chances.
2006-11-18 08:30:42 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If indeed you have no cartilage left, then I don't know what surgery will help you. Even if stem cell treatments weren't banned, the technology is years away (that's even if it can be developed). Depending on your age, an option could be replacement (knee), but that is usually reserved for the old (replacements for knees don't last a lifetime). If you do have any meniscus left, it can be repaired to a certain extent. Your surgeon should provide you with more definite information.
2006-11-18 21:26:55 · answer #2 · answered by Brewjar 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At this point and time, the best solution for you is surgery. Especailly if you're saying you don't have cartilage between your bones.
Now if that were true, know that you now have bone-on-bone. It's like advanced arthritis. Sooner or later, there will be pain. But the worst that can happen is if the epiphyses (which covers the ends of your bone) scrapes off. Pain and malformation occurs, and you will be needing a full replacement then.
Go to your MD now and have it worked on. Remember that if the meniscus is still somewhere in the knee, it will need to be removed too.
2006-11-18 16:46:06 · answer #3 · answered by bobanswers 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would ask your doctor about the stem cell issue. It's true that stem cell research is banned, but I know that stem cells can be extracted from the hip of an adult as well as from the placenta. I'm not sure if either of those sources has the sufficient cells a human embryo carries, but it doesn't hurt to ask for alternative methods. Whenever a doctor tells you that you'll need surgery, it's always convenient to ask for alternatives.
2006-11-18 09:33:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many times injuries to the knee (as well as other parts of the body) can be overcome by addressing any strength deficits, biomechanics issues, posture, etc. These can be evaluated by a Physical Therapist. Depending on what state you are in you may need a referral from your doctor. Even those with severe degenerative changes can benefit from improved flexibility and strength which in many cases can help you avoid surgery and decrease reliance on pain medications.
2006-11-21 09:40:56 · answer #5 · answered by Dan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I'll put it this way, if you want to keep looking for a miracle then do so. But if you really want to fix the problem, before it worsens, i would get surgery. I have had surgery on my left knee, twice already. because of a mis-diagnoses and failure on my part to take care of the problem, i probably need a third.
2006-11-18 07:15:19 · answer #6 · answered by Josh 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are no other cures for the torn meniscus, except to wait and see if it improves on its own. I had to had it done on my meniscus. My knee is now 99% 14 years later (only a dull ache when I drink alcohol).
2006-11-18 14:54:46 · answer #7 · answered by Bauercvhs 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Experiments involving stem cells have been banned. Surgery would be the best option I can think of.
2006-11-18 06:30:41 · answer #8 · answered by Andrea T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋