Folk remedies for joint restoration. Restoration of joint cartilage tissue with the help of drugs and exercise therapy

“Is it possible to restore the cartilage tissue of a joint (knee, hip)?

Is it possible to restore the cartilage tissue of the spine without injections?”

These questions are increasingly asked to us by clients who have themselves received good results to restore health. And now, having believed in the technology, they want to help their parents.

Age-related wear and tear of joints, and as a result - arthrosis (destruction), osteoarthrosis, gonarthrosis, coxarthrosis, arthritis (inflammation), gout - these diseases are most common among men and women 50-60 years old.

According to World Organization healthcare, the level of arthrosis among people aged 45-65 years is 30-40%.

After 65 years - up to 80%.

Cartilage damage inflammatory reaction, degeneration bone tissue- all this leads to a decrease motor activity, joint pain. And every day the condition is only getting worse.

Osteoarthritis is one of the main causes of disability

It entails a decrease in quality of life and significant financial costs for treatment.

HOW TO RESTORE CARTILAGE TISSUE WITHOUT INJECTIONS

Is it possible to avoid joint replacement surgery and restore cartilage tissue at home?

Yes, it's possible! If at least some remains of cartilage remain.

WE DON'T HAVE ORGANS THAT CAN'T BE RESTORED!

Every day cells die and new ones are born. Absolutely all tissues and organs are constantly renewed.

In 3 years you will have a new heart, liver, lungs. After 7 years - renewed bone tissue. FULLY!

It is absolutely possible to RESTORE CARTILAGE TISSUE INDEPENDENTLY if there are at least some remnants of the joint (up to the 4th degree of arthrosis, 1 mm cartilage tissue)

Yes, this process will take time. From six months to 3 years, depending on the degree of damage.

But here the choice is yours - either to constantly visit doctors, or to take responsibility into your own hands, understand the root causes and begin to act.

WHY DOES THE JOINT DESTROY?

This is actually important to understand in order to grasp the sequence of actions for the restoration of cartilage tissue.

What factors influence the process of regeneration of chondrocytes (specific cells of cartilage tissue), what “building materials” are needed for this, etc.

The figure shows the structure of the joint and we see that the bone ends are protected by hyaline cartilage.

This is a kind of airbag. Cartilage absorbs the force of impact during sudden movements. Like a sponge, it is saturated with joint fluid. And when the load on the joint increases, it releases it to prevent friction.

Joint (synovial) fluid plays two key roles:

1. Is a lubricant for smooth gliding

2. Provides nutrition to the joint. After all, there are no blood capillaries here

1 FACTOR AFFECTING THE DESTRUCTION OF CARTILAGE TISSUE

NUTRIENT LACK

The joint fluid consists of a protein-carbohydrate component, water, hyaluronic acid and chondroitin sulfate.

So, with age, the joint fluid “dries out” because the body’s production of hyaluronic acid decreases.

The process of biological aging of joints begins at the age of 22!

By the age of 60, the production of hyaluronic acid in the body barely reaches 10%

Chondroitin is partially synthesized in the body. But this process is disrupted due to unbalanced diet and various diseases.

There is no joint fluid, therefore the nutrition of the cartilage is disrupted, the cartilage surfaces become thinner. The joint capsule becomes inelastic, the joint is inactive.

This is how the cartilage wears off month after month. This is a natural biological process.

2 FACTOR

EXCESSIVE BODY WEIGHT, IMMOTION

If 10-15 kg overweight They often only cause dissatisfaction with their reflection in the mirror. Then 30-40 kg or more is already obesity, which entails serious consequences for good health.Wherein Absolutely all systems and organs suffer.

In particular, for joints, this is a huge daily load, which accelerates the wear of cartilage.

The more overweight you are, the less people moves, because it becomes more and more difficult.

Walking to the 5th floor? No, excuse me, I'll wait for you here.

But metabolism in the joints, nutrition of cartilage tissue occurs ONLY during movement.

Without movement, nutrients do not reach the joints and cartilage cells simply die.

A sedentary lifestyle does not provide sufficient movement of lymph in the body. Stagnant processes create a favorable environment for the development of infection. There is a total clogging of all organs and systems.

3 FACTOR

ACCUMULATION OF SALT AND TOXINS

If you don't drink enough clean water, then the body has nothing to dissolve toxicants in so that it can then be removed through the urinary tract.

4 FACTOR

INFLAMMATORY PROCESSES IN THE JOINT

If the cause of joint destruction is an inflammatory process (infection), this means that there are pathogenic microorganisms(streptococci, chlamydia, fungus).

They get into it through lymphatic system and actively reproduce. After all, cartilage tissue and joint fluid are an excellent nutritional substance for them.

It is useless to restore the cartilage tissue of the joints until the inflammation is eliminated.

So, our task is to work through each of the above factors.

WHAT TO DO TO RESTORATION OF CARTILAGE TISSUE

In the presence of inflammatory process First you need to carry out a comprehensive anti-inflammatory program (2-3 months).

It is absolutely useless to use any additives, chondroprotectors, while articular capsule"someone lives."

1. Permanent tissue detox

2. Nutrition adjustments + supplements

3. Light physical activity to provide nutrition to cartilage and lymph circulation

4. Weight normalization

FIRST STEP - RESTORATION OF THE INTERNAL WATER ENVIRONMENT, REMOVAL OF TOXINS

Every morning we wash our face, brush our teeth, and take a shower. This does not happen by itself without our participation.

The body also needs to be cleansed from the inside: cleanse the intestines, liver, lymph, joints.

A significant part of the toxins in our body - 80% - are WATER soluble. Therefore, WATER is needed to dissolve and remove them.

Moreover, structured, slightly alkaline, negative water is good for health. Such water has high bioavailability - it easily enters the cell, cleanses it and is excreted from the body.

We use coral water in our programs. This is the water to which it was returned natural properties, it is really good for health. And confirmation of this is the results of health improvement and reviews from our clients.

There is a more complete complex - the target program “Coral Detox”, which helps to remove both WATER-soluble and FAT-soluble toxins. This is not a drug, the program contains natural ingredients that help restore a healthy internal aquatic environment.

Colon cleansing is necessary because the absorption of all useful substances and water occurs precisely in it. If the intestinal walls are contaminated with excess mucus and rotting food debris, this means constant poisoning of the body with toxicants that are absorbed into the blood and distributed to all organs.

SECOND STEP - NUTRITION FOR JOINTS

To provide the body with proteins, carbohydrates, fats, fiber, you need natural products: vegetables, fruits, dairy products, fish, poultry, eggs, cereals and legumes, etc.

Should you believe the advertising?

You definitely can’t choose drugs based on flashy commercials. What they show is not always 100% true. Do not forget that medicine for joints cannot be suitable for everyone; you cannot do without an examination. Analyzing the market of modern drugs, we can come to the conclusion that it consists of dozens of similar products, which in the overwhelming majority are nothing more than a dietary supplement. Therefore, speaking about medicine for joints, it should be noted the high reliability of such medicines as glucosamine sulfate, chondroitin sulfate, collagen, calcium and vitamin D. Let's look at them in more detail so that you can better understand what each of them serves.

Glucosamine sulfate

Hundreds of products containing this active ingredient are available on the market. various drugs, additives from different manufacturing companies. Accordingly, the effect of their use will depend on the dosage active substance, but the price may vary many times. What is this substance? Glucosamine helps prevent the processes of cartilage destruction, stimulates the processes of restoration of cartilage tissue, has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, and also normalizes the production of intra-articular fluid. This is a medicine for arthritis of the joints, which restores their mobility and reduces the need for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

Trade names and prices

The company "Pharmakor Production LLC" (Russia) produces a number of drugs that are quite affordable in price. This is “Glucosamine No. 1” - its price is about 35 rubles. There are drugs that are a little more expensive, “Glucosamine-chondroitin complex caps No. 60” (Pharmacor Production LLC, Russia), its price is 240 rubles. It should be noted that the majority positive feedback the results of treatment are based on the use of these domestic drugs. NOW Foods(USA) is the second most popular manufacturer of drugs that are most often used to treat the knee joint. These drugs are much more expensive Russian analogues. They take advantage of this pharmacy chains, offering the buyer the most expensive brands first. So “Glucosamine with Chondroitin” (180 tablets) costs 4,400 rubles, and a cream with the same active ingredient costs 1,600 rubles. Considering that treatment usually requires a long period of time, the course of these drugs is very expensive. Judging by the reviews, many people who started taking these expensive drugs then changed them to more affordable ones.

Let's look at the second group of drugs, which are also very often prescribed as medicine for knee joints.

Chondroitin sulfate

It is usually produced in tandem with glucosamine, that is, it represents the whole complex, aimed at solving problems with ligaments and joints. The medicine for joint restoration has a pronounced chondroprotective effect. That is, the drug prevents degenerative changes joint tissues, and its active components take part in the synthesis of connective tissue, participate in the synthesis of collagen, proteoglycans and hyaluron. Because the this drug Since it is considered comprehensive, that is, eliminating the need to purchase additional glucosamine, its cost is slightly higher. Trade names The drug has a lot, we will list only the most popular ones.

The drug "Arthra chondroitin"

This is a cure for pain in the joints of the legs, which can be a real salvation for those who want to feel the joy of movement again. First of all, it is a stimulator of cartilage tissue regeneration. Affects metabolic processes in cartilage, relieves pain in the joints and spine, and also increases joint mobility. The main advantage of this drug is that the effect lasts long time after finishing his intake. Cost - 882 rubles. Judging by the reviews of doctors and patients, the drug is very good. Relatively inexpensive and very effective. Many people note relief literally from the first week of taking it.

Other drugs from the group of chondroprotectors

There are other medications in this group. Joints (the price of drugs plays a lesser role as the pain intensifies) require constant care. We usually don’t pay any attention to them, exposing high loads, and only then do we rush to treat and restore what could have simply been saved. One of the popular and inexpensive drugs can be considered "Mukosat". This is an injection drug that stimulates the regeneration of cartilage tissue and has an anti-inflammatory effect. In addition, the drug improves metabolism inside the cartilage. Positive effect observed 2 weeks after the start of treatment and persists for about 6 months after completion. The cost is about 700 rubles. Perhaps it is thanks to the injection form that this medicine acts very quickly and begins to bring long-awaited relief after a few days.

We present another medicine for arthrosis of the joints, this is “Structum”. Its spectrum of action is almost similar to the previous one, but it is distinguished by more convenient form. The drug is available in capsules of 250 and 500 mg. Excellent absorption through gastrointestinal tract, accumulates in synovial fluid and is excreted by the kidneys. The cost of the drug ranges from 36 to 1400 rubles, depending on the number of capsules in the package, as well as the quantity active substance in them.

Chondroprotectors or NPPs

For a long time, it was NPPs that were prescribed as the only medications for the treatment of joints. Today it has already been proven that drugs such as Diclofenac are, of course, important for relieving inflammation and alleviating the serious condition, but then it is necessary at the expense of some external influences restore damaged cartilage and minimize possible relapses. This is exactly what chondroprotectors are for. Their course prescription increases joint mobility and reduces swelling and pain. After completing the course, not only does the patient feel relief, but biological indicators become much better. Even x-rays show visible changes. That is why they can be recommended as a cure for joint pain.

Collagen

We have listed all the main groups of drugs from which to choose. However, the treatment will not be effective unless taken biologically active additives which will contribute speedy recovery cartilage. Any medication for joint pain should be taken along with sources of collagen. It can be special drugs or plain gelatin. Just 2 grams of swollen powder per day will give your body building material to restore cartilage tissue. In addition, it has a good effect on the condition of the skin, hair and nails. Judging by the reviews, changes in diet quickly lead to less pain in the joints.

Calcium and vitamin D

All medications for knee arthrosis should be supplemented with vitamin and mineral supplements. This disease is primarily characterized by a lack of calcium or poor absorption of calcium. It must be remembered that vitamins and minerals must be consumed in combination; this is the only way they can give maximum effect. For joint diseases, calcium becomes the most important element, but it is better to consume combination drugs, for example, “Calcium D3”, because these elements are very dependent on each other.

Instead of a conclusion

To summarize, I would like to emphasize once again that if you are really looking for effective scheme treatment of joints, you should consult a doctor. Usually self-medication is quite one-sided; we choose one drug, drink it and wait for results that may not come. Actually necessary A complex approach.

Regeneration and restoration of joint cartilage tissue will help stop degenerative and destructive processes that provoke age-related changes or diseases that contribute to degeneration of interarticular structures. Exist different techniques, with the help of which the cartilage will gradually recover, but a suitable treatment regimen and medicine must be prescribed by a doctor after diagnostic measures and confirmation of the diagnosis.

Main causes of destruction

Cartilage tissue is deformed, worn out and damaged under the influence of various factors. For example, in older people, cartilage structures wear out due to physiological aging of the body. In this case, it is difficult to prevent destruction, since the lack of necessary nutrients is difficult to compensate from the outside. In young women and men, cartilage knee joint or the hip wears out for the following reasons:

progression of pathologies of a degenerative-destructive nature;
severe physical overload associated with professional activities;
unbalanced and poor nutrition;
metabolic and autoimmune disorders;
abuse of bad habits;
classes active look sports;
traumatic damage to cartilage due to blows, bruises and fractures;
genetic predisposition;
inactive lifestyle.

Characteristic symptoms

Joint destruction reduces a person's mobility.

Destruction of bone tissue, joints and cartilage is accompanied by severe symptoms, which cannot be ignored as the problem progresses. First of all, there is a violation of the mobility of the limb, which affects the patient’s gait itself: lameness or skew to one side appears. The cavity of the articular joint decreases in size, due to the lack of cartilage, the bones that form the joint are worn away.

As the destructive processes progress, the person’s condition worsens. Pain in the knees and other joints begins to bother you during movements or rest. If the cartilage is damaged due to injury and cracks have formed on it, it is possible infectious inflammation, formation of edema and hematomas. To find the best way to eliminate the problem, you need to visit a doctor who can help you choose the right treatment regimen. Thanks to it, the cartilage will be restored without surgical intervention.

What needs to be done to restore joint cartilage?

Only an integrated approach to treatment will bring positive results.

Restoring the cartilage tissue of the knee joint and other joints is a long process, improvements do not occur immediately, so the patient needs to be patient. The treatment regimen requires you to regularly take certain groups of drugs, perform physical exercise, attend physiotherapy and massage courses. If conservative treatment will not help improve the situation, the damaged cartilage is restored with the help of surgical treatment.

Drugs

Medicines included in the group will help strengthen, restore and build up interarticular cartilage. Depending on the mechanism of influence, the number of components, effectiveness and main active ingredient, they distinguish the following types chondroprotectors:

Based on chondrotin sulfate. Chondrotin is directly involved in the formation of cartilage structures, strengthens them, stimulates regeneration and restoration. With the help of chondrotin-based products, it will be possible to restore joints and normalize their functioning. This group includes the following drugs for the restoration of joint cartilage tissue:
- "Structum";
- “Chondroguard;
- "Chondroitin";
- "Chondrolone";
- "Artrin."
Based on glucosamine. Medicines containing this essential substance strengthen the structure of cartilage tissue, stimulate its restoration and growth. The best of this group:
- "Dona";
- "Elbona";
- "Glucosamine sulfate";
- "Sustilak".
Based on animal ingredients. Such preparations contain elements of animal cartilage and bones. Cartilage structures are effectively restored when using such products, but there are also disadvantages - risk allergic reaction to a foreign protein. The best drug in this group is Rumalon, which is used with. The food gel “Shark cartilage” has also proven itself well.

Other means

Drugs wide range actions will quickly and effectively relieve the symptoms of the disease.

Medicines from the following groups can also help restore cartilage:

Mucopolysaccharides. Stimulate the production of fluid in the interarticular space, due to which the functionality of the knee or hip joint normalizes. A good medication belonging to this group is Arteparon.
Combined means. The disease, which destroys the joint and cartilage, causes pain and discomfort in a person. To improve well-being in such a situation, a combination of drugs is used that have restorative, analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties:
- "Arthrodar";
- "Advance".
Medicines based on hyaluronic acid. Stimulate the production of interarticular fluid, which prevents abrasion of articulation elements. Thus, hyaline cartilage is less damaged and becomes more elastic.
Homeopathic medicines. With their help, reconstruction of cartilage tissue is also possible. Tablets, capsules and powders are used for a long time, with no side effects. The joints begin to function normally with the help of medications:
- "Target T";
- "Traumeel S".
Dietary supplements. Promotes the renewal of cartilage tissue. The dietary supplement “Stop Arthrosis” has proven itself well.

What foods to eat?

Nutrition correction is an integral part of treatment.

If the cartilage in the knee joint or other joint is worn out and worn out, pills and injections alone will not do. It is important to adjust the patient’s diet and exclude foods that contribute to the destruction of joint structures. It is worth regularly eating dishes containing collagen - jellied meats, fruit jelly. It is also recommended to include products containing healthy vitamins, micro- and macroelements:

lean meat and fish;
dairy and fermented milk products;
whole wheat bread;
porridge;
seaweed;
vegetables fruits;
eggs;
seafood.

Therapeutic exercises

IN recovery period It is better to perform workouts that involve static loads.

Gymnastics will improve the elasticity of ligaments and strengthen joints.

To restore the cartilage tissue of the spine and joints, it is necessary to include physical therapeutic training, which is first recommended to be performed under the supervision of a trainer. When the condition returns to normal, you can continue to train, but at home. By stimulating muscle structures, metabolic processes in the affected areas are normalized, and the risk of cartilage abrasion is reduced. Spinal, hip or knee cartilage can be regenerated eastern practices, for example, yoga. It is effective and healing technique, but if the patient has respiratory, cardiovascular or other disorders, it is better to discuss the advisability of yoga with a doctor.

Physiotherapy

To speed up the process of building up and restoring cartilage, it is recommended to enroll in a course of physiotherapeutic procedures. The most best influence provide the following methods:

electrophoresis;
acupuncture;
laser heating;
magnetic therapy;
phonophoresis;
inductothermy.

Treatment with folk remedies

Alcohol tinctures improve blood circulation.

Cartilage can be fully restored thanks to unconventional means. But before using this method, it is better to first consult with and agree with him important points. The recovery recipe can be selected individually, but if the doctor does not have such recommendations, you can use the following folk remedies:

Infusion from bay leaf. Pour 300 ml of boiling water over 2-3 dry laurel leaves and let it brew for 20-30 minutes. Ready product Take 1-2 sips per dose throughout the day. Treat for 3 days, then stop taking it for a month, if necessary, resume therapy.
Vodka-garlic tincture. Peel and chop 3 heads of garlic and pour in a liter of vodka. Leave for 2-3 weeks, then lubricate the sore hip or knee joint with the product at night.
Compress made from plantain leaves. Crumple a large leaf, spread honey on top and apply to the sore joint, fixing it bandage and woolen fabric.
Chicken leg broth. Fill cold water 15-20 legs, bring to a boil, turn off the heat and keep on the stove for 3-4 hours. When the broth has cooled, pour into small plates and refrigerate. This jellied meat is recommended to be consumed daily if you have joint problems.
Warming ointment. Heated lamb fat 3 tbsp. l. combine with 1 spoon of mustard. Apply to the affected area before going to bed, secure on top with plastic wrap and a woolen scarf.

Operational recovery

If conservative methods did not bring results, surgical intervention cannot be avoided. To restore cartilage and functionality of the joint, the following surgical techniques are used:

replacement of affected cartilage with chondrocytes;
tunneling;
micro-invoicing;
arthroplasty.

To restore and regenerate cartilage, stem cells are used, which are extracted from medulla the patient himself. After receiving and specifically processing the biological product, the doctor punctures it into the cavity of the affected joint. Such cells have high potential and contribute to active tissue restoration even in advanced cases. But what surgical method It will suit your individual case, the doctor will decide.

The problem of cartilage restoration is relevant for more than 80% of people over 65 years of age suffering from. Not invented yet universal remedy, which restores the structure of cartilage and completely cures the pathology. However, there are drugs for restoring joint cartilage tissue that have chondroprotective and regenerative effects.

View of the affected cartilaginous surface.

Neither of existing drugs to restore joints is not able to cure osteoarthritis. Some of them slow down degenerative processes, make the patient feel better, but do not save them from pathology.

Stages of arthrosis of the knee joint. Note the narrowing of the joint space.

All medications Only - are effective, but IV are also powerless. If the pathology involves not only joints, but also bones, no drug will help. In this case, get rid of chronic pain, difficulties when walking, limited mobility of joints and other unpleasant symptoms only possible through surgery.

Chondroprotectors

Popular and widely used medications for restoring joint cartilage tissue are. Until recently in scientific circles There has been considerable debate about the effectiveness of these drugs in the fight against osteoarthritis.

Chondroprotectors increase the resistance of cartilage to damaging factors, relieve pain, relieve and even increase the activity of chondrocytes. The drugs are effective in restoring joint cartilage tissue in people with the initial stages of osteoarthritis.

There are three generations of chondroprotectors. The first includes drugs made from natural ingredients( , ), to the second - single drugs (Dona, Structum, Artradol), to the third - combined agents(, Artra, Glucosamine-Chondroitin Plus, Condronova). III generation drugs are the most effective.

Chondroprotectors are available in the form of ointments, tablets, solutions for intramuscular or intra-articular administration. External forms are used mainly for treatment and. Intramuscular and intra-articular injections are rarely prescribed, although injection drugs increases their bioavailability.

Table 1. Popular chondroprotectors

A drug	Active substance	Description and application features
Alflutop	Bioactive concentrate from sea fish	The drug stimulates the restoration of cartilage, prevents the destruction of healthy tissue, and has an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect. The most effective combination of intra-articular injections with intramuscular injection Alflutopa
Teraflex	Glucosamine + Chondroitin	One of the effective drugs that restore cartilage tissue in joints. Refers to III generation chondroprotectors. Available in capsule form. Theraflex should be taken in courses lasting at least 2 months. Between courses you should take breaks of 3 months
Don	Glucosamine sulfate	Chondroprotector of the second generation. Contains only one active component, which is why it is inferior in effectiveness to more modern drugs. Available in the form of capsules, powder for oral administration and solution for intramuscular administration
Artra	Chondroitin + Glucosamine	Effective tablets for restoring joint cartilage tissue. Belong to . Prescribed in courses, 4-6 months each
Structum	Chondroitin sulfate	Another second-generation monodrug. Structum is available in tablets. For the treatment of osteoarthritis, it is prescribed in courses, like all other chondroprotectors.

Liquid synovial fluid prostheses

Liquid implants are hyaluronic acid preparations for intra-articular administration. They restore normal composition and viscoelastic, improving the trophism of cartilage and slowing down its destruction. Hyaluronic acid preparations are injected directly into the joint cavities.

Medicines containing hyaluronic acid:

Synvisc;
Ostenil;
Giastat;
Fermatron;
Go On.

Liquid synovial fluid grafts are usually available in ready-made syringes. Medicines only need to be injected into the joint cavity. Only a doctor has the right to perform the procedure. The manipulation is performed in a room specially equipped for this purpose.

Hyaluronic acid preparations are indicated for the restoration of joints and cartilage in the initial stages of arthrosis. They help significantly relieve pain, improve functional state joints. For getting good effect injections should be done 2-3 times a year.

Hydrolyzed collagen

Initially, bodybuilders took the drink to strengthen bones, ligaments and joints. Later, scientists found out that this substance restores cartilage tissue and relieves pain. Collagen strengthens bones by stimulating osteoblasts.

Today at clinical practice The drug CH-Alpha is used, containing hydrolyzed drinking collagen FORTIGEL. The recommended dose of the medicine is 10 grams per day. The drug is taken 1 time per day with meals. The average course of treatment with drinking collagen is 2 months.

To achieve results, take collagen hydrolyzate along with combination products. Before starting treatment, be sure to consult your doctor.

Cellular engineering products

Scientists are working on developing methods for full restoration cartilage tissue of joints. But their attempts to create artificial cartilage have so far been unsuccessful. However, in clinical practice, cell-engineered products are already used that effectively restore a person’s own cartilage tissue.

Cell engineering products are more effective conventional drugs for joint restoration. Their price is high, and production is fraught with difficulties and risks. For example, growing cell cultures may be complicated by microbial contamination. Injecting a contaminated product into a joint will lead to severe complications.

Video from Boris Tsatsouline about side effects chondroprotectors:

Cell engineering drugs for cartilage tissue restoration:

Chondrolon;
DeNovo-NT;
Cartigel;
Chondro-Gide;
BioSeed-C.

Cell-engineered constructs are made from autologous chondrocytes taken from the patient himself. The resulting cells are cultured on nutrient media, add the necessary components to them and inject them into the synovial cavity. Such drugs effectively restore cartilage tissue. They are ineffective at late stages arthrosis, when bones are involved in the pathology.

In our country, it is not yet possible to produce cell engineering drugs. Such technologies are being developed in the USA, Korea and some European countries.

Destructive processes in the cartilage tissue of joints are common pathologies that can lead to loss of mobility. Elderly people often face this problem. Athletes or those who, for any other reason, experience heavy physical activity, often suffer from destruction of cartilage tissue.

IN modern therapy Numerous techniques have been developed to promote the restoration of interarticular structures.

What is cartilage tissue?

The skeleton of every person consists of bone and cartilage tissue. In this tandem, the bones are responsible for the strength of the structure and ensure the strength of the skeleton.

Cartilage is a type of connective tissue and is responsible for the elasticity of the connection of individual skeletal elements with each other, readiness for shock absorption. Due to the readiness of cartilage tissue to bind water, it is able to resist compressive loads.

The structure of the human joint

Features of the structure of cartilage

The successful performance of the functions of cartilage is based on the unique structure of this part of the human skeleton. It differs depending on the location and may have different structure, allowing you to perform different roles.

In any case, it consists of two components: cells (matrix) of chondrocytes and intercellular substance. Moreover, the total cellular weight of the matrix is less than the mass fraction of the matrix.

This is clearly noticeable when carrying out histological examination. It shows the predominance of intercellular substance over the cells of cartilaginous tissue occupying minimal space directly. The density is very high, but 80% consists of water.

The structure of cartilage tissue

Causes of destruction of cartilage tissue in joints

A significant number of factors negatively affect the condition of joints and their wear.

These include the primary reasons:

Hereditary predisposition, with which accelerated process tissue type contributes to destruction.
Availability congenital anomalies , which include joint hypermobility, dysplasia, and flat feet.

TO secondary causes that damage cartilage include:

Arthrosis and arthritis

Mechanical damage, fractures, dislocations, bruises.
Increased level of stress, including sports, large body weight.
Surgical interventions.
Inflammatory diseases, including synovitis.
Diseases endocrine system, ven.
Changes caused by the aging process of the body.
Hormonal disorders and some others.

Symptoms

Symptoms of the disease include:

The appearance of severe pain and pressure in the joints.
Impaired mobility may occur.
A tumor or even a visible growth may appear in the affected area.
Frequent fractures may occur in the place where the joints wear out, this is especially active in the case of malignant tumors.

Cartilage restoration methods

The advantages of diseases associated with disorders of cartilage tissue include the possibility of using various techniques, promoting recovery.

Among the most common options:

Use of medications.
Massage.
Physiotherapeutic procedures.
Surgical intervention.

Peculiarity successful treatment becomes the patient's readiness to consistently follow the recommendations of the attending physician. The process varies in duration. Effectiveness directly depends on strict adherence to all recommendations and instructions.

In the treatment of disorders in the spine, electrophoresis, minimal but constant physical activity (physical therapy, swimming), acupuncture, and the choice of a balanced diet are used.

If it is necessary to restore cartilage tissue in the hip, knee or shoulder joint, the first step is to reduce the level of physical activity. On initial stage lesions, the use of specialized drug courses is indicated.

Injections into the hip joint

Recovery with medication

The attending physician is ready to offer a large selection of medications to a patient suffering from damage to cartilage tissue. The choice of the optimal drug should be recommended by the attending physician.

Chondroprotectors

Chondroprotectors are drugs that activate the processes of restoration of cartilage tissue. The effect of use appears at least six months after the start of use. A feature of the products is to ensure the saturation of cartilage tissue with elements that help increase the level of elasticity.

Several types are used in treatment:

Khonsurid, Structum, and other drugs that are created using chondoprotective acid.
Made from cartilage and bone marrow taken from fish and animals, and Rumalon.
Mucopolysaccharides such as Arteparon.

Aflutop in injection form Rumalon Dona in the form of Structum tablets

Glucosamine preparations

There are drugs of different generations:

First, made from cartilage tissue of animal and plant origin.
Second, which are produced in single preparations: chondroitin sulfate and purified hyauloronic acid.
The third group includes funds, containing in addition to chondroitin sulfate polyunsaturated fatty acid and vitamins.

Mucopolysaccharides

This name is given to polysaccharides that ensure the vital activity of connective tissue. Necessary for the formation of synovial fluid, which is a natural lubricant between cartilage and bones.

Mucopolysaccharides bind well to proteins. These substances are in natural form contained in food products. In case of deficiency, they can be included in the diet as part of medications.

Among them:

Available in capsule form Piascledine, the cost of which is about 1100 rubles for one package.
Mucosat, presented for sale in ampoules. The cost of one package for 10 ampoules is about 260 rubles.
Injection Chondrogard. Sold in packs of 10 injection ampoules at a price from 650 rubles per package.

Piascledine Mucosat Chondroguard

Combined products

The combined agents provide cartilage regeneration.

The substances included in their composition contribute to the biosynthesis of tissues:

A popular option is recognized Teraflex. Its cost depends on the packaging and the amount of product in it 360 - 3060 rubles.
Available in the form of a concentrated solution or gel. Price varies from 100 to 120 rubles.
Solution or white ointment without smell Menovazin, whose price starts from 20 rubles per package. Used for external use.

Dimexide Theraflex Advance Menovazin

Hormonal drugs

Designed to quickly stop and promote regeneration processes. They are used as injections directly into the diseased joint.

Steroid hormonal agents:

suppresses inflammation. Available in the form of tablets, ointments, injection solutions and drip administration. Price from 68 rubles.
Metipred, able to relieve inflammation, cost varies from 180 to 347 rubles. Available in tablets.
Suppressive functions of tissue macrophages and leukocytes Hydrocartisone ointment, cost from 28 to 151 rubles.

Prednisolone in the form of ointment Hydrocortisone for external use Metipred

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may be an alternative.

Hyaluronic acid preparations

Contained constantly in the body of every person. Its deficiency leads to damage to the musculoskeletal system and reduces joint mobility.

They are administered using medications such as:

Ostenil, injected directly into the joint using an injection. Price from 3000 rubles per pack of 10 ampoules.
Cupping pain syndrome and restoring joint mobility . Available in the form of a solution for injection. Packaging cost from 4500 rubles.

Ostenil Plus Fermatron

Hydrolyzed collagen

Contained in food. For example, it contains . In case of deficiency, it can be administered using medications and dietary supplements to ensure the elasticity of cartilage tissue and its strength.

Available for sale:

cost from 1200 rubles.
, the cost of which is on average 800 rubles per package.

It is sold in capsules in plastic tubes.

Vitamin preparations

Helps relieve inflammation and activate recovery processes vitamin complexes. B vitamins play a leading role.

They provide regeneration processes and activate blood circulation in the affected areas:

Osteocomplex, which contains vitamins for joints and bones. Cost from 1500 rubles pack of 100 tablets.
Vitamin B6 100 tablets per package, price from 680 rubles.

Vitamin B6 Osteocomplex

Vitamins can also be used in injections for intramuscular injections.

Dietary supplements and homeopathic medicines

The inclusion of dietary supplements and homeopathic remedies in complex therapy helps to eliminate problems.

They must be used for at least 6 months:

Tablets for oral administration Glucosamine Maximum, refers to dietary supplements, available in the form of tablets at a price from 2970 rubles.
Homeopathic remedy Dr. Theiss, promoting tissue restoration. Available in gel-ointment form, includes comfrey. From 196 rubles.

Dr. Theiss Glucosamine with Chondroitin

The best drugs for cartilage restoration

The best drugs for the restoration of cartilage tissue are presented in the table of comparative effectiveness.

A drug	Active substance	Description and application features	Generation of the drug
Structum	Chondroitin sulfate	Available in tablets and prescribed in courses. It is a single drug.	II generation
Alflutop	Bioactive concentrate from sea fish	Prevents the destruction of healthy tissues and activates the recovery of patients.	I generation
Artra	Chondroitin + Glucosamine	Restores cartilage tissue of joints. Courses for at least 6 months.	III generation
Teraflex	Glucosamine + Chondroitin	Drink in courses of 2 months. Restores cartilage tissue.	II generation
	Glucosamine sulfate	Recovery activity is reduced by the inclusion of only one active drug. Used for at least 4 months.	II generation

Surgical reconstruction options

In cases where medications do not help, restoring cartilage tissue will help surgical repair. Surgical intervention differs depending on the location of the diseased area and is recommended only if there is no positive results using other means.

In the case of spinal surgery, it is necessary to remove the hernia that forms at the site of the affected area and remove it. Requires specialist supervision at the stage of healing of the intervention site to avoid fusion of the vertebrae and other negative factors.

Spinal disc prosthesis

If the hip, knee or shoulder joint is affected, surgery is used to replace the affected area with a prosthesis; endoprosthetics is recommended.

Physiotherapy methods

Start of procedures on early stages helps to slow down long years development of destruction and partially contribute to restoration:

Physiotherapy for hand treatment

Radiation and provokes an improvement in the flow of lymph and blood in the diseased area, increasing vascular tone. This increases nutrition to the affected joint.
Electrophoresis refers to the first uses of physical therapy. Ions medicine under the influence created by the electrodes electromagnetic field move towards the affected area. The method provides penetration medicinal product into the deep layers of the skin.
Ultrasound treatment promotes the effect of ultrasound on the affected area, activating metabolic and recovery processes.

Exercises and physical therapy

IN complex therapy Exercise therapy is actively used. Exercises increase joint mobility and provoke nutrients into cartilage tissue.

The most commonly used exercises include:

"Bike". Lying on the floor, the patient's legs are bent at the knees. The patient pretends to ride a bicycle. The exercise is done 10-50 times in three approaches. Gradually increase the number of rotations. Useful for diseases of the cartilage tissue of the hip and knee joints.
For diseases of the cartilage tissue of the spine, bending to the sides and forward is recommended if it hurts cervical region, heads. In each approach, do 10 bends.
When the joints and cartilage tissue of the elbow and shoulder joints, you can use rotations with your arms and shoulders, raise your shoulders up and down. Do three approaches 10-50 times, increasing as the condition improves.
Half squats will help increase mobility. The exercise is done 5-10 times in three approaches.

Exercises

The use of folk remedies

An important part of treatment is the use folk remedies from plants and herbs and changes in diet:

Ginger will help restore cartilage tissue. The affected area can be massaged with ginger oil 3-4 times a day.
A decoction of ginger has a good effect on relieving the inflammatory process of cartilage tissue. To prepare it, 100 grams of root are boiled in 1 liter of water. Add to the resulting decoction lemon juice and honey Take 1 glass three times a day.
Olive oil will help synovial fluid. It is simply added to food.
Take off painful sensations Herbs will help, in particular lilac ointment. To prepare it, take lilac flowers, dry them, crush them and pour in resin and olive oil. Apply with massaging movements to the affected cartilage tissue area of the joint. The course lasts up to 3 months.

Products for cartilage restoration

Diet will help reduce the manifestation of cartilage tissue disease. An important element food can be gelatin.

It is found in dishes such as:

Jellied meat for joints

Broth, jellied or jellied meat.
You can simply soak gelatin and add it to food, for example, mix it with cereal or yogurt during breakfast.
To restore cartilage tissue and relieve inflammation, it is recommended to introduce garlic into the diet. The phytoncides it contains are good at suppressing inflammatory processes.

Garlic is convenient to add to a salad made from red bell pepper. This vegetable contains components that can activate the work of blood vessels that feed cartilage tissue.

What needs to be taken into account in sports nutrition?

Cartilage tissue suffers with strong physical activity. For this reason, it is recommended to use a special diet with nutritional support.

To ensure this, the following is included in sports nutrition:

A natural source of food-grade organic sulfur in the form of methylsulfenylmethane.
Chondroitin helps increase flexibility and mobility of joints and the health of cartilage tissue.
Glucosamine is involved in the formation of cartilage tissue.

These substances are included in special products For sports nutrition. They are available in tablet form, as nutritional mixtures and cocktails. It is convenient to purchase drugs in sports nutrition stores.

Restoration of cartilage tissue in Europe

When restoring cartilage tissue in European clinics it is used New Product JointRep(TM). This drug can help restore cartilage tissue even in the last stages of the disease. The drug is taken in courses of 6 months. It is used in therapy in clinics in Switzerland, Italy, and other European countries.