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Stiff, Achy Knees? Lab-made Cartilage Gel Outperforms the Real Thing

A hydrogel-based implant could replace worn-out cartilage and alleviate knee pain without replacing the entire joint. Photo courtesy of Benjamin Wiley, Duke University.

Over-the-counter pain relievers, physical therapy, steroid injections—some people have tried it all and are still dealing with knee pain.

Often knee pain comes from the progressive wear and tear of cartilage known as osteoarthritis, which affects nearly one in six adults—867 million people—worldwide. For those who want to avoid replacing the entire knee joint, there may soon be another option that could help patients get back on their feet fast, pain-free, and stay that way.

Writing in the journal Advanced Functional Materials, a Duke University-led team says they have created the first gel-based cartilage s...

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