For me it's story of my life---always a day late $ short---still limping around from Last hip replacement---Ai speeds all research up

 

Germany developed a gel that regrows cartilage in damaged joints — no surgery needed
In a stunning breakthrough for regenerative medicine, German scientists have created an injectable gel that regrows cartilage in damaged joints — potentially eliminating the need for knee or hip replacements. This bioactive hydrogel is packed with growth factors, collagen fibers, and stem cell attractants that transform joint cavities into healing chambers.
The gel is injected directly into worn-out joints, where it forms a flexible matrix that mimics natural cartilage scaffolding. Over weeks, it recruits the body's own stem cells, triggering cartilage regrowth layer by layer, restoring shock absorption and joint smoothness. Unlike implants, which are static, the gel adapts to body movement — becoming stronger with use.
In clinical trials, patients with severe osteoarthritis showed visible cartilage regeneration within 60 days, along with major improvements in pain and mobility. The gel also reduces inflammation, removing the need for post-op meds or immobilization. This one-shot solution could delay or eliminate the need for joint replacement surgeries for millions.
Because the material biodegrades naturally after healing, there’s no need for surgical removal. And unlike synthetic implants, there’s no risk of long-term wear, infection, or rejection. It’s especially promising for younger patients or athletes seeking non-invasive recovery.
Germany is now preparing regulatory approval across Europe, with plans to offer the therapy in clinics by 2026. If globally adopted, this could be the end of artificial joints — replaced by natural healing from within.

I never know what links are allowed so putting this in separate post if mods want to remove....... 

 

   https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=Germany developed a gel that regrows cartilage in damaged joints

 

14 minutes ago, oxo1947 said:

I never know what links are allowed so putting this in separate post if mods want to remove....... 

 

   https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=Germany developed a gel that regrows cartilage in damaged joints

 

Maybe something not from FB: https://londoncartilage.com/revolutionizing-joint-health-the-science-and-promise-of-knee-cartilage-replacement-gel/

OK thanks for that tomazborder....................... to late for me to change.

I'm guessing we won't see it for years and will be very very expensive

Excellent work by the Germans. 🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪

This has got to be more expensive than Ozempic. What a genius idea though, great work by doctors from Germany.

I could certainly use it, my only other option ( eventually ) is spinal fusion.

28 minutes ago, scubascuba3 said:

I'm guessing we won't see it for years and will be very very expensive

May become part of the PBS in Australia.

Sorry chaps 🤨

 

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German scientists developed gel to help heal damaged joint cartilage?

 

Social media posts exaggerated a gel treatment for osteoarthritis on the market since 2013 but presented as new research.

 

Context

 

The posts highlighted a gel that helps joint cartilage regrow that has been on the market since 2013, but falsely claimed Germany was still seeking regulatory approval across Europe for the treatment with plans to offer the therapy in clinics by 2026. Additionally, the posts incorrectly described and exaggerated the treatment.

 

https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/germany-gel-joint-cartilage/

22 minutes ago, Cameroni said:

This has got to be more expensive than Ozempic. What a genius idea though, great work by doctors from Germany.

 

The patent for Ozempic is expiring soon in Canada and China. Expect generics early next year. 🙂

A reputable source would be nice. 

The commercial from the London clinic gives as "references" 3 old links that have nothing to do with the gel.

And Mr Zuckerberg's ("They 'trust me'. Dumb <deleted>.") company (quoted by OP) is hardly a reliably source for anything

 

2 hours ago, GanDoonToonPet said:

Social media posts exaggerated

 

 Thanks GanDoonToonPet........ I dont start a post very often---- and now I know why.......

 

A Thousand apologies for passing that on

13 hours ago, GanDoonToonPet said:

Sorry chaps 🤨

 

 

https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/germany-gel-joint-cartilage/

Exactly.

 

Hence the Health Forum rule against posting news articles. These are almost always inaccurate or misleading. .

 

This is the gel refetred to

https://meidrix.de/en/chondrofiller/

 

It us not new, and it does not regrow cartilege. It is a collagen subdlstance that can be s implanted to help vompensate for worn out cartilege.

 

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