bones-icon
Repair Knee Cartilage
Hi, Can we get the knee Cartilage repaired without medications ? i have been asked to take cartigen forte tablets twice a day but that is a non vegetarian medicine and i cannot eat it. please suggest.
1926 Views v

Answers (1)

Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice

Your symptoms may settle down with no medications given time. Cartilage regeneration medications have doubtful efficacy for regenerating cartilage. To know how much the damage is, you will need an MRI scan which will give more information about the joint. Hope this helps. Dr Vinu Raj MBBS MRCS FRCS (Trauma&Orthopaedics) Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Answered
Flag this Answer
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?

This question featured in :

Treatment for knee cartilage damage Injured knee cartilage Bump in ear cartilage
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.