Nanotechnology will save the knee from pain
To replace the anterior cruciate ligament, a remedy is proposed from a hydroxyapatite nanocomposite (it is part of the bones and teeth), a porous biomaterial, and polyester fibers.
Damage to the anterior cruciate ligament of the knee, one of the main stabilizers of the knee joint, is difficult to cure. Athletes often immediately carry out the operation, but subsequently any activity is accompanied by pain.
At Northwestern University, it is proposed to replace the anterior cruciate ligament using an artificial ligament, which consists of a hydroxyapatite nanocomposite, a porous biomaterial, and strong polyester fibers. The implant integrates into the bone, stabilizes the knee and allows the victim of the injury to move more naturally and also avoid muscle loss.
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This method has so far been tested only on laboratory animals, and there is much time before its test in humans. But in case the method proves effective, many sports stars will not miss entire seasons or even end their careers due to such injuries.
Damage to the anterior cruciate ligament of the knee, one of the main stabilizers of the knee joint, is difficult to cure. Athletes often immediately carry out the operation, but subsequently any activity is accompanied by pain.
At Northwestern University, it is proposed to replace the anterior cruciate ligament using an artificial ligament, which consists of a hydroxyapatite nanocomposite, a porous biomaterial, and strong polyester fibers. The implant integrates into the bone, stabilizes the knee and allows the victim of the injury to move more naturally and also avoid muscle loss.
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This method has so far been tested only on laboratory animals, and there is much time before its test in humans. But in case the method proves effective, many sports stars will not miss entire seasons or even end their careers due to such injuries.
Source: https://habr.com/ru/post/375207/
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